Rome Christian Heritage Private Tour: Sacred Churches & Basilicas

Highlights

• Expert theologian guide
• Three Pilgrim Churches
• Public transport included

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Stop 1

   45min

   Afterwards you will get to see St. John Lateran, the Cathedral of Rome which has the seat of the bishop of Rome and was the original residence of the popes up until the 14th century.

2. 2

   Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs

   10min

   The Holy Stairs, also known as the Santa Scala, are a set of 28 marble steps in Rome, believed to be the stairs that Jesus Christ ascended during his trial before Pontius Pilate. According to tradition, the steps were brought from Jerusalem to Rome by Saint Helena in the 4th century. Pilgrims for centuries have revered these stairs, climbing them on their knees as a devotion, reflecting on Jesus' passion and suffering.

3. 3

   Basilica Papale Di San Paolo Fuori le Mura

   45min

   Finally, at St. Paul’s outside the Walls you will see where St. Paul is laid to rest. It is a truly holy and reverent experience for any pilgrim, and one of our top theologians will accompany you on this tour.

4. 4

   Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

   45min

   The Basilica of Mary Major, also known as Our Lady of Snows, is home to the crib of the baby Jesus. It is also the largest Church to Mary in Rome, and sits on top of the hill where it miraculously snowed in the peak of Summer.

Before you go

Location