Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Early Access Tour
Tour Details
We'll meet at the indicated time at number 27 of Via Liberiana, right to the left of the basilica. There, we'll be waiting for you at the entrance to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore to be the first visitors of the day to discover what's hidden behind its walls. How exciting!
Over the course of an hour and 20 minutes, we'll walk through the interior of the temple as the first rays of sunlight illuminate it, revealing the beauty of its most iconic corners, as well as its most hidden ones. You'll fall in love with this magnificent basilica!
Once inside the basilica, we'll discover the legend of the Miracle of the Snow, an event that inspired its foundation, and we'll admire the 5th-century mosaics that adorn the chapels.
As well as that, we'll admire the fascinating symbolic details hidden in the ceilings and explore normally lesser-known areas, such as the Loggia of Blessings and the Hall of the Popes.
Our tour will continue as we descend into the underground archaeological area, where the remains of Christian antiquity and medieval chapels reveal the oldest layers of its history—an experience that few are lucky enough to witness!
Pope Francis' Tomb
During the tour, we'll have the opportunity to see the final resting place of Pope Francis. The pontiff expressed his wish to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore because of his deep devotion to the Virgin Salus Populi Romani. Did you know that he is the first Pope in over a century to be buried outside the Vatican? For this reason, his tomb in this basilica has become a new pilgrimage point in Rome.
More Information
Duration
1h 20m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Early admission to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
English–speaking guide
When to book?
You can book up until 1 hour before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Tourismotion Roma
Corporate name: NAFASP SLU
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Free cancellation
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
