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Vatican Necropolis, Vatican City

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#6 of 14 in Historic Sites in Vatican City
Cemetery · Hidden Gem · Religious Site
Vatican Necropolis, commonly referred to as the Scavi, lies under Vatican City, some 5 to 12 m (16 to 39 ft) below Saint Peter’s Basilica. The tombs and mausoleums, early depictions of Christ, and St. Peter’s grave impress visitors greatly. Properly excavated during the 1940s, today visitors in small groups of 10 to 15 people can experience a pre-arranged guided tour. Check out the official website to make a reservation, required to visit this attraction. Plan to see Vatican Necropolis and other attractions that appeal to you using our Vatican City tour planning tool.
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FROM $92 BOOK WITH VIATOR Sistine Chapel Early Access plus St Peter's Skip the Line and Crypts
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FROM $147 BOOK WITH VIATOR Scavi Tour to the Tomb of St. Peter's & Skip Line Guided Tour of the Basilica
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FROM $219 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ultimate VIP Early Entry Vatican Sistine Chapel & Afternoon Appian Catacomb Tour
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  • By AMohsen
    It is recommended to have a background about the place’s history before the visit. This necropolis can be visited along with the basilica.  more »
  • By Paris V
    This was a fascinating tour!!! Our lovelky tour guide (that I cannot recall his name unfortunately), had such a huge knowledge of the Necropolis of Vatican. He was happy that I was Greek (as many of.....  more »
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