Attractions & guided tours

Santa Maria Maggiore guided tour of its best treasures

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 2 hours

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Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

Subject expert guide

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Why you’ll love this…

Feel excited as you access Santa Maria Maggiore, Basilica Loggia of Benedictions, and the room of the Popes
Learn interesting facts about the Bernini’s stairs, and within the Historic Liberian Museum
Capture history with an expert and passionate guide
Marvel at the Renaissance ceiling, the church mosaics, and Jesus’ Crib relic
Discover the remains of the martyrs at Santa Prassede Basilica

What to expect

Discover the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome’s four patriarchal basilicas, and more on this two hour guided tour.

Arriving at Santa Maria Maggiore, you'll find yourself in front of an elaborate facade and a striking bell tower. Upon entry to the church, the expansive central nave stretches out in front of you. Hear how its ceiling was decorated and about what is said to be from the manger in which Christ was laid in Bethlehem.

Marvel at the elegance of the Loggia of Benedictions on the second floor, topped with a sculptural group. Explore Bernini’s spiral staircase, and how it's an inspiration to the world of art. Experience the Liturgical vestments of the Popes, together with the historic Liberian museum’s collection of holy relics, chalices, liturgical vestments, and more.

Explore the basilica of Santa Prassede all'Esquilino, where faith is irrepressible. The basilica preserved the remains of more than 2000 martyrs, transferred from the catacombs of Priscilla. This is a magnificent place, sparkling with mosaics but even more so with the testimonies of holy martyrs

What's included

Guided tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Entrance ticket

Where

Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Meeting point:

Please meet the local guide, who will be holding a "Loving Rome" orange flag, 15 minutes before the start time at Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore. The location is in the between via Gioberti (Esquilino district) and via Merulana (Esquilino-Monti). You'll be taken through the main entrance and there will be an official employee that accompanies you to enter the basilica.

What to remember

Due to uneven and steep surfaces, the activity is unsuitable for anyone with walking difficulties, wheelchair users or strollers
It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing that covers the shoulders and knees (if your clothing does not comply with the rules, you may be denied entry)
Some parts might not be accessible and are subject to unexpected closures until further notice due site’s restrictions.
Please note, luggage, backpacks or large bags, umbrellas, tripods, animals, weapon or sharp objects, unaccompanied minors, food and drink (except water) are not permitted to enter
There is an airport-style security. During high season, the wait may be up to 30 minutes
Late arrivals will not be accommodated
Photography with a flash is not allowed inside. The staff are authorized to delete any files taken

Provider

Loving Rome

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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