St Benedict in Rome Walking Tour
Rome, Italy
3 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 1 more
Overview
Superb tour for those interested in St Benedict or Benedictine Spirituality. This is the original St Benedict Tour in Rome.
Journey with an expert guide to some of the principal places in Rome associated with the monastic patriarch - St Benedict. Few men have had such a major impact on the development of Western Civilization and culture, and on this tour you will learn more about the man, his spirituality and the development of religious life in the Church.
This tour also visits some lesser known hidden gems of Rome including the mother-house of the Benedictines, the mother-house of the Dominicans, the famous keyhole, the orange garden, the skull of St Valentine, Tiber Island, the relics of the apostle St Bartholomew, the house of St Benedict, the Abbey of St Cecilias and finally the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere.
This is a fabulous walking tour that no other company can authentically offer.
Journey with an expert guide to some of the principal places in Rome associated with the monastic patriarch - St Benedict. Few men have had such a major impact on the development of Western Civilization and culture, and on this tour you will learn more about the man, his spirituality and the development of religious life in the Church.
This tour also visits some lesser known hidden gems of Rome including the mother-house of the Benedictines, the mother-house of the Dominicans, the famous keyhole, the orange garden, the skull of St Valentine, Tiber Island, the relics of the apostle St Bartholomew, the house of St Benedict, the Abbey of St Cecilias and finally the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere.
This is a fabulous walking tour that no other company can authentically offer.
What's Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
See the wonderful view through Rome's most famous keyhole
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Visit the mother house of the Benedictine monastic order and learn about the history of monasticism
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Learn about the fascinating life of the hermit monk St Alessio and see where he grew up in Rome
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Visit this ancient Basilica that is the primary study house of the Dominican Order where St Thomas Aquinas (amongst others) once stayed
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Famous romantic orange garden with magnificent views over the Eternal City of Rome
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
See the famous Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verita) before venturing inside the Basilica to see the skull of St Valentine. Learn the origins of this church and of when the Benedictines cared for it
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Visit the Basilica housing the relics of the Apostle, St Bartholomew, together with relics of 20th and 21st Century martyrs
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Visit the church built over the house where St Benedict lived when he stayed in Rome and learn about his life story
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Visit the Basilica and Abbey of St Cecilia built over the house of her martyrdom before venturing down to her cyrpt where her body now lays.
Duration: 25 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Visit this ancient Basilica and see the stunning mosaics
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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 requirements
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.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.Learn more about cancellations.
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