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Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore : Guided Tour or Audio Guide
About This Tour
Discover the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore! Choose the experience that suits you best and immerse yourself in 1,500 years of history, art and faith in the heart of Rome.
• Behold one of Rome’s four papal basilicas, with their golden roofs and mosaics, which are among the oldest and most valuable in Christendom.
• Visit the tomb of Pope Francis and learn about his deep devotion to this temple venerated by Popes over the centuries.
• With a guide and in a small group of up to 8 people, discover the treasures that house the basilica, such as the Lodge of Blessings, the Sacred Cradle, the Hall of Popes and the masterpieces of the museum.
• With the option of entrance + audio guide, you decide how much time to spend on the visit and what to see on your own and with complete flexibility
• Behold one of Rome’s four papal basilicas, with their golden roofs and mosaics, which are among the oldest and most valuable in Christendom.
• Visit the tomb of Pope Francis and learn about his deep devotion to this temple venerated by Popes over the centuries.
• With a guide and in a small group of up to 8 people, discover the treasures that house the basilica, such as the Lodge of Blessings, the Sacred Cradle, the Hall of Popes and the masterpieces of the museum.
• With the option of entrance + audio guide, you decide how much time to spend on the visit and what to see on your own and with complete flexibility
What's Included
✓ Included
- Input + audio guide (if selected)
- Semi-private tour with guide and entrance to the museum rooms (if selected)
✗ Not Included
- Tips
- Collection
- Access to the terrace
- Anything not expressly stated in the description
Itinerary
1
With the entrance + audio guide, explore the heart of the basilica, admire the magnificent mosaics of the fifth century, which are among the oldest in Christendom, and the venerated relic of the Sacred Cradle. Discover the fascinating legend of the miraculous August snowfall that gave birth to the basilica and stop at the place Pope Francis has chosen for his eternal rest.
2
If you prefer a more exclusive experience, choose the semi-private guided tour with a maximum of 8 people : an expert guide will reveal all the secrets of the basilica, including the tomb of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and accompany you to an exclusive area, the Basilica Museum, where you can admire the majestic Hall of Popes, tour the famous Staircase of Bernini and look at the historic Lodge of Blessings, from where the pontiffs blessed the faithful.
Good to Know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels