Footsteps of Saint Paul Private Tour

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Rome, Italy

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Follow in St. Paul’s footsteps and uncover his remarkable life and martyrdom on this private tour in Rome. Get around with a private driver and enjoy hotel pickup to cover more sights, beginning at the Mamertine Prison where Saints Paul and Peter were held. Learn about his death at the Abbey of the Three Fountains and visit his tomb at the Basilica of Saint Paul outside the Walls with in-depth guide commentary along the way.

Visit the room where St. Paul wrote some of his famous letters
A private tour for personal attention and time to engage with your guide
Learn about Paul's martyrdom at the Abbey of the Three Fountains
Get around with ease with a private driver and hotel pickup

What's Included

Expert licensed guide at your disposal for 2.5 / 3 hours
Private driver with luxury vehicle at your disposal for 2.5 / 3 hours
Drop off at your hotel in central Rome
entry ticket for Mamertine Prison
Abbey of the Three Fountains.

Gratuities
Entry Fees for Churches (payable on site)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up included only for hotels in Rome City Center

Itinerary

Mamertine Prison

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Abbazia Delle Tre Fontane

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Chiesa di San Paolo alla Regola

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Please be on time to avoid losing entry and thus missing the tour
Please bring comfortable shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Please make sure you ask the guide any curiosities you may have during the tour, we want to ensure you have the very best experience!
Your private driver will drop you off at your centrally located hotel in Rome. Please provide us with your full and correct hotel details at the time of booking. If you are unsure if your hotel is centrally located then please contact us and we will check for you.
The order of the itinerary and start time is subject to change according to ticket availability and security reasons. You will always be notified.
As per the dress code of churches, knees and shoulders must be covered.
If you require our assistance with anything please feel free to contact us at any time so that we may tend to you.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.6

based on 17 reviews

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Exceptional tour and guide

Anita_S, Oct 2025

This was the best tour we have ever had. Our guide, Rosa, was very knowledgeable about the history of Rome as well as Saint Paul and very personable and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour if you are interested in Bible history.

Amazing Experience

Jeffrey_B, Jun 2025

Absolutely amazing experience into the life of Saint Paul and seeing where he was imprisoned, where he was executed and his tomb in the Basilica. My guide was knowledgeable and interactive. A great experience!

Bittersweet tour

Nataly_P, Jun 2024

Our guide Laura and driver Valentino were wonderful. Laura was full of historic and religious information and it was a pleasure to have her as our guide. She answered all our questions and was very thorough and fun. Valentino was thoughtful and always parked in the shade to keep our car cool. The tour company, after the 24 hour cancellation was over, notified us that the church where Paul was under house arrest for 2 years was closed (Basilica Santa Maria in Via Lata). I wish they would’ve let us know this info within the cancellation period so we could make a decision. Our second disappointment was the abbey where Paul was martyred, the springs exhibit was closed. This is not the guide’s fault more the tour company for not checking. As the tour was pretty pricey I did not think it was worth it.

All you want to know about Saint Paul in Rome!

JOHN_P, May 2024

Seeing where Saint Paul was imprisoned, lived, executed and buried was amazing. Our guide was so nice and knowledgeable! She knew all the answers to our questions!

A great tour!

Brigit_M, Aug 2023

This was a wonderful tour! Our guide, Renata, was informed and engaging. Our driver was also excellent. The sites, especially the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls and the Abbey of the the Three Fountains, were beautiful and uncrowded. A must-see for anyone interested in the life of St. Paul!

Rome Vatican Paul Basilica

Chris_W, Jul 2023

A must for both history & Bible scholars. Out of 4 tours in Rome this one is by far the standout….better than the Vatican for sure. Our guide, Renata, was knowledgeable, personable and a very sweet person. We loved everything about this tour…100%+ recommend!!!

Wonderful tour about Places affiliated with Paul

Steven_C, May 2022

Sandra, our tour guide shared with us so many amazing facts about the Mamertine prison and the churches that are associated with Paul the apostle! I recommend this tour for anyone who admires how much Paul did for the Christian’s of his day and for us today!

Response from Host, May 2022

Dear Steven, We are glad that you enjoyed your visit and pleased that you had time to take in the history and life of such an amazing person. Thank you for taking the time for reviewing and sharing your beautiful experience.