When is Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli open?
Mon–Sat 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM; Sun 9 AM–12 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM. Hours checked on 2 November 2026.
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Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli
- 4.98.7k reviews
- Free
- Open now · till 6:50 pm
Basilica housing Michelangelo's Moses on the tomb of Julius II and relics traditionally identified as Saint Peter's chains.
Quick answers
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When is the best time to visit Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli indoors or outdoors?
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
Is Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli?
About 30 minutes.
Where is Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli?
Piazza di San Pietro in Vincoli, 4/A, 00184 Roma RM.
Is Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible entrance.
Status, rating and hours checked on 2 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
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Why it fits right now
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Open till 6:50 pm
- Usually busy
- Indoors
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The next five days
Best time to go
Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Open now · till 6:50 pm- monday
- 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
- tuesdayToday
- 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
- wednesday
- 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
- thursday
- 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
- friday
- 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
- saturday
- 7:15 AM–12:20 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
- sunday
- 9 AM–12 PM, 3 PM–6:50 PM
Usually busy at this hour
Hours checked 2 Nov
Where and how
- 1 Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli
- 2 Benso 215 · 2 min
- 3 Amici Pizza & Burger · 2 min
- 4 Ce Stamo A Pensà · 2 min
- 5 La Licata · 3 min
Good to know
- Indoors
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 30 min
- Step-free entrance
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.9from 8.7k reviews
Known for
- Michelangelo's Moses
- Saint Peter's chains
- Tomb of Julius II
What people say
- People like:
- Michelangelo's Moses, marble sculpture and free entry.
Around Trastevere
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Benso 215Italian bistro · 2 min walk
Amici Pizza & BurgerSouthern Italian · 2 min walk
Ce Stamo A PensàRoman · 2 min walk
Good nowLa LicataCafé · 3 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Light layer from 5 pm.
Light layerFrom 5 pm
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.