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Basilica Of Santa Maria Maggiore Tour
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Tour Price
Description
Although enlarged and redecorated, the basilica retains much of its original structure of the fifth century. In the years following the return of the papacy to Rome from Avignon, part of the church was used as a papal residence until the complete renovation of the Vatican palace. Admire its mosaics of the fifth century, a reliquary that is said to contain a piece of the crib that once held baby Jesus, an ancient icon of the Virgin Mary, the tomb of St. Jerome and the tomb of the artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.There is also the Sistine Chapel in the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, dedicated to Pope Sixtus V.
What's Included
- Small group limited to a maximum of 14 people
- Pick-up
- Live guide
Departure & Return
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirement
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews for Basilica Of Santa Maria Maggiore Tour
Two hour tour took 40 minutes. The basilica deserved a little more.
David
The description was a 2 hour small group tour with hotel pickup. The guide left after 40 minutes. Hotel pickup was great and fortunately the car stayed till the guide showed up. It was extremely hot curtailing what could be discussed outdoors.
Taha Boutorabi
tahaboutorabi
Very nice building; I wish we had this sort of building in Australia. Recommend visiting this place
Beautiful church
Angela_S
Luisa was very sweet and patient explaining every step of our tour. A true gem this church and nice location to get a bite afterwards.
The master of all Churches
Carlos A
Splendorous monument and mother Church of Rome.
A mandatory place to visit and enjoy all the art inside.
Beautiful church in Rome
martabF6117VV
Wonderful experience. The ceiling is stunning. Everyone who comes to visit la Citta Eterna has to visit the church.
The mosaics are exceptional. Also the rosette
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