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Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Tour

Rome, Italy
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Tour
  • 2 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

One of Rome’s four major basilicas, Santa Maria Maggiore was among the first churches in the world dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Enjoy an in-depth look at this premier cultural and religious site on this guided tour that takes in its fifth-century mosaics, relic of Christ’s crib, and ancient icon of the Virgin Mary. Learn about its art and architecture while admiring the tombs of greats like St. Jerome and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
  • Discover the history and art of Santa Maria Maggiore with a guide
  • Admire magnificent Byzantine interiors dating from the fifth century
  • See Rome’s other “Sistine Chapel”, dedicated to Pope Sixtus V
  • Hear how this basilica was used as a Papal residence in the 1300s

What's Included

  • Pick-up
  • Live guide
  • Small group limited to a maximum of 14 people
  • Tips
  • Drop off

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

  • P.za della Repubblica, 48, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

    Meeting point is in front of Palazzo Naiadi hotel.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

02:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Pickup is included for all accommodation within Aurelian Walls. If your hotel is not in the list send us an email with your hotel /B&B/accomodation in Rome, we will let you know if the pick up is included.

What To Expect

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirement
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Two hour tour took 40 minutes. The basilica deserved a little more.
David, Aug 2023
The description was a 2 hour small group tour with hotel pickup. The guide left after 40 minutes. Hotel pickup was great and fortunately the car stayed till the guide showed up. It was extremely hot curtailing what could be discussed outdoors.
Beautiful church
Angela_S, Sep 2022
Luisa was very sweet and patient explaining every step of our tour. A true gem this church and nice location to get a bite afterwards.
Superficiale e poco...
Giuliano_G, Apr 2023
Superficiale e poco coinvolgente . Molto rapida. Mi aspettavo qualcosa di più’. Direi essenziale e non approfondita.

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