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- French
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Go beyond Rome's most famous landmarks and discover the city's hidden layers on a carefully designed smallgroup walking tour. Visit remarkable basilicas before descending into the archaeological complex of San Clemente.
Your journey begins at Santa Maria Maggiore, before continuing to Santa Prassede, home to Byzantine mosaics and the column traditionally associated with Christ's flagellation. At San Martino ai Monti, descend beneath the church to explore the remains of one of Rome's earliest Christian places of worship.
Stroll across the Oppian Hill for a unique perspective of the Colosseum before reaching the Basilica of San Clemente. With entrance tickets included, explore its archaeological levels: the 12th-century basilica, the 4th-century church below, and the ancient Roman buildings, including a preserved Mithraic temple.
Led by a fully licensed English-speaking guide, this tour reveals how pagan, early Christian and medieval Rome were built layer upon layer over the centuries.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, beneath the column in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
The tour ends at the Basilica of San Clemente after the visit.
Itinerary
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1Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Discover the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome's four Papal Basilicas and the city's most important church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Hear the fascinating legend of the Miracle of the Snow, which inspired the basilica's foundation.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Basilica di Santa Prassede
Step inside the Basilica of Santa Prassede, one of Rome's best-preserved early Christian churches. Learn about its remarkable Byzantine mosaics and the history of this hidden gem, just a short walk from Santa Maria Maggiore.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Basilica dei Santi Silvestro e Martino ai Monti
Explore the fascinating underground levels of the Basilica of San Martino ai Monti and uncover one of Rome's oldest Christian worship sites, built upon ancient Roman house remains.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Enjoy a unique perspective of the majestic Colosseum from Oppian Hill, where you can capture unforgettable photos far from the usual postcard views.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Basilica of San Clemente
Conclude your journey at the Basilica of San Clemente, where your included entrance ticket grants access to one of Rome's most extraordinary archaeological sites. Explore three remarkable layers of history, from a 12th-century basilica to a 4th-century church and the remains of an ancient Roman temple and street beneath.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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