Scavi
The Scavi are the excavations of the ancient necropolis beneath St Peter's Basilica, where the tomb identified as St Peter's was found. Visits are small-group only and booked through the Fabbrica di San Pietro.
Example
The Scavi and the Vatican Grottoes are different levels: the Grottoes are open with the basilica, the Scavi lie below them and need a reservation weeks ahead.
Sources: basilicasanpietro.va
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