Rome Jubilee Walking Tour of Churches, Bridges & Legends

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Piazza Di Pietra

  We’ll start our journey in this tranquil square with a stunning view of the Temple of Hadrian, its columns serving as a testament to the grandeur of ancient Roman architecture.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola

  Marvel at this Baroque beauty, famous for its unique ceiling and ornate interior. Here you’ll learn about the grandeur of 17th-century religious art and the meaning behind it.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Observe this peaceful square, home to the impressive Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva. Inside you’ll find exquisite artworks such as Michaelangelo’s “Christ the Redeemer” and the tomb of Saint Catherine of Siena.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Pantheon (Pass by)

  When you think of Rome one of the first things that comes to mind is the Pantheon’s iconic dome and impressive portico, a marvel of ancient Roman architecture, and the world’s best preserved Roman building.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Piazza Navona

  Stroll through the elegant Piazza Navona. Once an ancient Roman stadium, this beautiful square features Baroque fountains and the magnificent Church of Sant’Agnese in Agone, designed by Borromini and Bernini.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Via dei Coronari

  Walk down the charming Via dei Coronari, a narrow cobblestone street with views of Renaissance-era buildings. Learn about the pilgrims who gathered here to head to Saint Peter’s Basilica and the less-than-holy establishments that once lined these streets.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  St. Angelo Bridge

  Cross the Ponte Sant'Angelo, a beautiful bridge adorned with statues of angels, offering wonderful views of the Tiber River and Castel Sant’Angelo. Once serving as the entrance to Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum, it later became the main route for pilgrims travelling to St. Peter’s Basilica.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Castel Sant'Angelo (Pass by)

  Admire the imposing Castel Sant'Angelo, once a fortress, papal residence, and even a prison it’s now a museum, with a majestic cylindrical structure and scenic views over Rome.

  Admission ticket free
• 7
  Piazza Pia

  Immerse yourself in the world of the pilgrims as you take in the view of Piazza Pia, which was a key meeting point for visitors heading toward Saint Peter’s Basilica, and a symbol that the journey to spiritual awakening was almost complete.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• St. Peter's Square (Pass by)

  Stand in awe at Saint Peter's Square, with its grand colonnades designed by Bernini, leading up to the majestic façade of St. Peter’s Basilica, the heart of Catholicism built right over the tomb of Saint Peter himself. When the tour is over you can decide to explore it at your own leisure.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• If you plan to visit Saint Peter’s Basilica or the Sistine Chapel before or after the tour you should dress modestly, with knees and shoulders covered.

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