Top Rome Religious Tours - page 13

Grant yourself access to one of the most beautiful and holy places in the world, center of the Catholic church and precious collection of treasures and art. Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a local expert and admire the masterworks by the greatest Renaissance and Baroque artists, like Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. The tour includes a visit of the Tombs of the Popes. You will learn about fascinating stories of Pontiffs and Saints and see the ruins of the old Basilica of Constantine. If you like, after the tour ends, you have the once in a lifetime opportunity of attending the mass inside the Basilica. You can also continue the visit on your own and purchase the tickets to climb up to the magnificent Basilica's dome and enjoy a beautiful view of the Eternal City.

Rome is a city strongly associated with the Catholic faith, so it’s no surprise that there are over 900 churches in the entire city. It is nearly impossible to visit them all, but our walking tour is a very good start. Together with your professional guide, you will enjoy a relaxed walking tour with a stop for an Italian coffee. You will discover lesser-known churches that many visitors miss, like Chiesa di San Luigi dei Francesi, Chiesa di Sant'Agnese in Agone, Chiesa di Sant' Ignazio di Loyola, Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle and Chiesa di Santa Maria di Loreto. From the perspective of your expert guide, you will discover their important role in art, culture, religion, architecture and the Roman development.

Vsit the beautiful Basilica of Santa Prassede renowned for its mosaics and the pillar believed to be the one where Jesus was flogged. Reach the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, known as the burial place of St. Jerome and where the relics of the Bethlehem crib are kept. From the Esquiline hill by taxi you will reach the Holy Steps, the so-called “Scala Santa” thought to be the staircase in Pilate’s house, which Jesus descended after being sentenced to death. Visit to the Church of the Holy Cross of Jerusalem where you will admire two thorns from the Crown of Thorns, part of a nail and three small wooden pieces from the true cross.

Do two Rome tours in one day, and see the highlights of both Rome and the Vatican. After starting your morning with a skip-the-line Colosseum visit, you’ll venture through the Roman Forum and then into the city's centro storico. Hear the history behind landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, and take a break for lunch before your afternoon tour of the Vatican. With a guide, you’ll then discover the best of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Even better: Numbers are limited to 13 for a small-group experience on both tours.

Explore St. Peter's Basilica with your kids and family with this fun and informative treasure hunt. Your guide, the "hunt master", will show you the highlights of the square and the basilica, enriching the visit with interesting descriptions, fun commentaries, and activities. Learn about the Egyptian obelisk, Bernini’s colonnade, and the two matching fountains in St. Peter's Square and test your knowledge with tailored quizzes and trivia. Look for hints and clues and solve riddles inside the Basilica while you discover the statues, the decorations, and the masterpieces inside the church, including the Canopy by Bernini and the "Pietà" by Michelangelo. Explore the Tombs of the Popes, where John Paul II and other Popes and saints lay to rest. This will be a memorable experience to live with your children and your family! After the treasure hunt, you can go back inside the basilica and attend the mass or climb up to the dome of the church and enjoy a breathtaking view over Rome.

Vatican Hidden Museums & St. Peter’s Basilica Audio Guide Unlock secrets with our inaugural guided tour! Exclusive access to off-limits Museum sections awaits. From Renaissance masterpieces in the Pio Clementino Museum to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, this journey is a masterpiece in itself. And don’t miss the restricted Bramante Staircase—a rare privilege.

Join our Vatican guided tour and discover one of the most popular attractions in the world with your very own private guide. This experience is a unique chance to explore the magnificent Vatican and its famous museums. You will visit the most important collection rooms, like the Gallery of the Maps and Raphael’s Rooms. You will also have access inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo. Together with the Sistine Chapel, there are 54 galleries or “salas” inside the Vatican Museums, containing amazing masterpieces from all time periods. Be ready to explore all the stunning masterpieces of the most important Italian artists.

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi town and a Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the green Umbria. in Assisi you will explore the old town and 2 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara Included: • Gourmet Restaurant Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (in Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Ideal for travelers interested in Saint Francis of Assisi, this private day trip to Assisi visits historical and religious sites associated with the saint’s life. Highlights include visiting the church where Saint Francis prayed and passed away, the church where the saint’s mission was revealed to him, and the main highlight, the Basilica of Saint Francis, where the saint is buried. This tour also includes a stop for lunch in a small Umbrian town.

Embark on a journey to the illustrious heart of Italy's Umbria region, Assisi. Enjoy an exquisite full-day tour from Rome and take in some magnificent sights. Visit sublime pilgrimage locations such as Basilica di San Francesco, Santa Chiara, and Porziuncola's grandiose Santa Maria Degli Angeli. Experience the historic culture while indulging in scrumptious local cuisine and accompanying wine, included in the package. With the help of your private, English-speaking driver, you'll be sure to have a memorable experience exploring the splendor that is Assisi.

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

A hidden gem amongst the suburban reality of Padua, built between the thirteenth and fourteenth century and still standing marvelously tall to this day, the Basilica of saint Anthony of Padua is definitely a sight worth seeing. Adorned with the juxaposition of art styles and architectures, inspired by the Venetian masterpiece of the st. Mark Basilica, roman architecture and much more. The church inside has many nicities waiting to be admired such as the Altar decorated by Donatello, the Cappella delle Reliquie and so much more!

The Sposi Novelli blessing is a special blessing given by the Pope to newlywed couples. The custom is believed to have started during the reign of Pope Pius XII. Newlywed couples (sposi novelli) married in the Catholic Church who would like to attend a Wednesday audience of the Holy Father may often sit in a special section at the Audience. To qualify, couples should be married within 2 months of the audience they wish to attend and carry with them a copy of the Sacramental Marriage Certificate signed by the priest or deacon who celebrated the wedding. To be permitted to sit in the sposi novelli section, the couple needs to wear their wedding attire (or something similar). You can also wear a traditional wedding attire from your cuture. The Holy Father will bless you for a happy wedded life when he gives his general blessing at the conclusion of the Papal audience. Occasionally, some couples also have the opportunity to greet the Holy Father personally after the Audience.

The Te Deum is a Latin prayer that is intoned as thanksgiving in some solemn circumstances, such as during the election of the Pope, at the end of the Conclave before leaving the Sistine Chapel, or at the end of the Councils and on the last day of the civil year. And in fact the reason for which it is recited is above all thanksgiving for something that has been accomplished and must be started again, with all possible responsibility and commitment, precisely as at the end of a year and the beginning of a new one. ONLY ON DECEMBER 31st

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

The tour is a day with a professional driver who will take you from your hotel in Rome to discover the life of Padre Pio from his origins. The city of Pietralcina where he was born and raised up to San Giovanni Rotondo where he was made a saint and where today there is one of the most important places of pilgrimage.