Discover The Churches of Rome Guided Tour
Rome, Italy
- 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Rome's basilicas are masterpieces of art and architecture, but fly under the radar of most tourists. Discover the treasures inside St. Peter in Chains, St. John Lateran, and St. Mary Major on this unique itinerary that covers the most important basilicas after St. Peter's. See works by Michelangelo, climb the Holy Stairs, and visit the tomb of the late Pope Francis as you learn more about the history and significance of these monumental churches from your guide.
- Avoid the Vatican crowds and visit lesser-known basilicas instead
- Tour with a guide for insights into each basilica's history and highlights
- Marvel at artistic treasures and religious relics at each stop
- Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide with a private experience
What's Included
- Most travelers can participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Bottled water
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers
- Expert guide
- Private transportation
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Largo Gaetana AgnesiL.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Our staff will meet you at Largo Gaetana Agnesi by the SOS sign, holding a sign with company name.
End point
- Papal Basilica of Saint Mary MajorP.za di Santa Maria Maggiore, 00100 Roma RM, Italy
Tour will end after visiting the last Church in a beautiful piazza surrounded by little coffe places, restaurants and souvenir shops!
Itinerary
1
Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
4
Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Dress code applies for all Churches in Rome: Shoulders and knees must be coverd
- Please provide an active phone number which includes your country code upon booking
- 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.
Reviews
5.0
based on 3 reviews
DIMITRA_S, Jan 2026
An excellent and very informative tour. Our great guide Donatella turned the visit into a lifelong experience!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your feedback,we so highly appreciate it and we are content to have met your expectations! Donatella Is also thanking you for your kind words.
catherine_h, Nov 2025
Donatella was extremely knowledgeable and shared so many details of the churches we visited as well as the areas surrounding. She was wonderful and went above and beyond! It was pouring down rain and we hardly noticed!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for taking your time to leave us a review! We highly appreciate it and we are ever so grateful to have you on our tour. Thank you again
Rick_V, Nov 2025
Great tour! Thanks! Very knowledgeable about alll the churches in Rome. Very pleasant and easy going style.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience in here! We are thankful for having you on our tours. Thank you again !
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