Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour or Audio Guide - Discover 1500 Years of History in Rome

Highlights

• Papal Basilica
• Tomb of Pope Francis
• Treasures of the Basilica

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

   1h

   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. 2

   Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

   30min

   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.

Before you go

Location