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Four Papal Basilicas Small Group Guided Tour with Transfer 1
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Four Papal Basilicas Small Group Guided Tour with Transfer

By Highlights of Rome TOURS
Free cancellation available
Price is £213 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Join a small group (max 6 people) and dive into the spiritual and cultural significance of jubilee churches in Rome. With the help of a licensed, expert tour guide and a private driver, have a unique opportunity to connect with the city's rich religious heritage. The Papal Basilicas of Rome are significant pilgrimage sites that hold special importance within the Catholic Church, particularly during Jubilee years.

Visit several key Jubilee sites, highlighting their architectural beauty, historical importance, and the unique traditions associated with Jubilee celebrations. This unique experience will cover the four Papal basilicas: The Saint Peter Basilica, Santa Maria Maggiore, San Giovanni il Laterano, and Saint Paul Outside the Walls.

Activity location

  • Saint Peter’s Basilica
    • Piazza San Pietro
    • 00120, Vatican City, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Foot Locker
    • 22/26 Piazza del Risorgimento
    • 00192, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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Four Papal Basilicas Small Group Guided Tour with Transfer

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Starting time: 08:30
Price details
£213.13 x 1 Adult£213.13
Total
Price is £213.13
Until Mon, 13 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Headsets to hear the guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Saint Peter’s Basilica

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Start with the Saint Peter Basilica, the heart of the Catholic Church and central site for jubilee celebrations. The Saint Peter Basilica is the burial site of Saint Peter, who is considered to be the very first Pope. The building is renowned for its stunning architecture, Bernini's gilded bronze baldachin, and Michelangelo's Pieta

Basilica Papale San Paolo Fuori le Mura

  • 1h
Next, visit the Saint Paul Basilica Outside the Walls. The basilica houses the tomb of Saint Paul and is famous for the beautiful medieval mosaics that miraculously survived a devastating fire in 1823. The vast airy nave is decorated with mosaics depicting the life of Saint Paul, and its famous for the mosaics that depict all the popes till our current day.

Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

  • 1h
The Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano is the oldest and one of the most important basilicas, serving as the cathedral of the Pope and the official ecclesiastical seat of the Bishop of Rome. It holds a unique place in the heart of the Catholic Church and is often referred to as the "Mother of All the Churches." The building is characterised by its vast nave, adorned with beautiful marble columns and intricate decorations. Next to this magnificent building are the Holy Stairs, a pilgrimage site believed to be the stairs that Jesus ascended during his trial.

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

  • 45m
The last stop is the Santa Maria Maggiore church, the very first one to be dedicated to Virgin Mary. It is known for its stunning 5th-century mosaics in the triumphal arch and apse, depicting the life of the Virgin Mary and Christ. These basilicas not only offer spiritual significance but also showcase incredible art and architecture, making them must-visit sites for anyone travelling to Rome.

Location

Activity location

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    Saint Peter’s Basilica
    • Piazza San Pietro
    • 00120, Vatican City, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Foot Locker
    • 22/26 Piazza del Risorgimento
    • 00192, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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