In this tour, you will experience the “Basilica Maior” for Saint Mary “Santa Maria Maggiore” that contains one of the four sacred doors.
Followed by “San Pietro in Vincoli” where you will behold the statue of Moses by Michelangelo and the miracle-working chains of Saint Peter.
After a beautiful view of the “Colosseo”, two of the oldest churches of the city will be visited “Santi Quattro Coronati”, with the legend of Pope Sylvester and “San Clemente”.
The tour culminates with the visit of the “Basilica Maior” and Archbasilica “San Giovanni in Laterano – Mother and Head of All Churches in Rome and in the World”
What's Included
Tour Guide
Departure & Return
Departure Point
Statue of Saint John Paul II, Piazza dei Cinquecento, 62, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
Return Details
San Giovanni, Via Giulio Romano, 23, 00196 Roma RM, Italy
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To enter the Churches, shoulders, back and knees have to be covered.
This is a walking tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews for Between Holy Doors
Incredible experience for everyone
James_P
10/10 This tour was incredible! What an amazing itinerary and Roberto was so informative. He really thought through the organization of this tour and walks you through so much history surrounding all the churches. I learned a lot and the small group format really allows you to ask questions and make it more personal. If you have a chance to do this tour I'd highly recommend it!
Don’t miss this tour!
Angela_b
Roberto was a great guide, fun, patient, and very knowledgeable. It was our favorite Rome tour. I don’t know there were that many relics to see!!
Wonderful tour and guide. Don’t miss this tour!
maaaenl
Wonderful tour, wonderful guide Roberto! We learned so much! I didn’t even know some of the relics we saw were still around for people to see! Can’t believe how awesome it was to see the things Christ touched.
Great tour!
John_S
Roberto is a great guide. Def worth the money and you really get to see some awesome things. Could not recommend this tour more. Def my favorite tour I've been on.
one of the best experience I have ever had
Natalija_O
It is one of my favorite tour. I have learned a lot about the Vatican history, christianity traditions and art. The guide is higly professional and very knowlegible. I will definetly return to this company for more tours to enjoy and educate myself on Rome and western civilisation background.
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