Is St. Peter's Basilica under scaffolding?
Clear
Yes, it should look like the photo.
Open. The 2026 anniversary work added a structural monitoring system on the facade and dome; no facade scaffolding was reported.
Current status
- Status
- Clear
- Last checked
- 2 Nov 2026
Latest visitor photo
No dated visitor photo yet.
Visiting St. Peter's Basilica
Book skip-the-line entry or a guided visit, and check the official site the week you travel.
Other landmarks in Rome
Basilica di San ClementeScaffolding went up in January 2026 with short winter closures. We found no report confirming it has come down.Unconfirmed
Altare della Patria (Vittoriano)No works reportedClear
Appian WayNo works reportedClear
Archbasilica of St. John LateranNo works reportedClear
Baths of CaracallaNo works reportedClear
Castel Sant'AngeloNo works reportedClear
Circus MaximusNo works reportedClear
ColosseumOpen. A 2026 restoration rebuilt part of the arena floor on the southern side to show the original layout; it does not hide the exterior.Clear- Column of Marcus AureliusThe laser cleaning in Piazza Colonna was due to finish in early 2026.Clear
- Galleria BorgheseNo works reportedClear
Mouth of TruthNo works reportedClear
Palatine HillNo works reportedClear
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