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Explore a unique side of the Eternal City on this small-group walking tour led by a professional licensed guide. Visit some of Rome’s most stunning churches and admire renowned works of art by Italy’s greatest masters.
As you stroll through historic streets, uncover the rich culture, architecture, and history behind each masterpiece and sacred space. Your guide will bring to life fascinating stories about the artists, their creations, and the role these churches played in Rome’s vibrant past.
This comprehensive and fun tour offers everything you need to truly appreciate Rome’s artistic and religious heritage. Get ready to see the Eternal City through a fresh lens and discover hidden gems beyond the usual sights!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From the Metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via del Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light, then turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on the 2nd street, Via del Cardello. You will find the meeting point on Via del Cardello, 31.
Our tour will end with Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano.
Itinerary
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First stop of the tour is Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli. It was built in the fifth century to house Saint Peter’s chains when he was imprisoned in Jerusalem.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore was built on the site where the Virgin Mary appeared in a dream of pope Liberius. This is the largest church dedicated to Mary in Rome, and it is one of the four papal basilicas in the city.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
The Basilica di San Clemente is a fascinating historical church in Rome, renowned for its layered history. Beneath its 12th-century structure lies an ancient 4th-century church and even earlier Roman buildings, including a Mithraic temple. This hidden gem offers a unique glimpse into Rome's evolution, with beautiful frescoes, mosaics, and a rich archaeological past.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
For 1000 years, Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano was the most important church in Christendom. Commissioned by the emperor Constantine, it was the first Christian basilica built in Rome and, until the late 14th century, was the pope’s main place of worship. It's still Rome’s official cathedral and the pope’s seat as the bishop of Rome. The basilica has been revamped several times, most notably by Borromini in the 17th century, and by Alessandro Galilei, who added the immense white facade in 1735.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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