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Vatican Basilicas And Holy Doors Small-group Tour
Rome
Overview
Explore three Major Vatican Basilicas and Holy Doors on this 3-hour tour with transfers. Save yourself hours of walking and join us on this guided tour of Santa Maria Maggiore, Saint Paul Outside the Walls, and Saint John in Lateran. Three Vatican Basilicas outside the Vatican. During this tour, you will also discover unique Christian Relics, stunning works of art, the throne of Pope Francis, and the Holy Doors that only the Pope can open during the Jubilee year. At each stop, you will also have free time to take photos, to visit the gift shop, and to rest.
What's Included
- Visit the Major Papal Basilicas an average tourist rarely gets to see.
- Every tour is personally curated by the founders of More of Rome, Dimitri and Emanuela.
- Receive the personal attention of your guide thanks to the size of the group.
- Experienced guide and a small group of like-minded travelers make this tour unique.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews for Vatican Basilicas And Holy Doors Small-group Tour
The guide sharing history...
Sandra_R
The guide sharing history of sites in compelling manner. Dimitri was extremely knowledgeable and fun to spend the morning with!
Holy Doors - SO WORTH IT!
Q9816SJjamesc
This was my third time using More of Rome, and not the last for sure. Every time I come back to Rome, they seem to come up with something new.
3 Papal Basilicas have been on my mind for a long time, but I could never find the right tour. This one was just perfect. Our guide was passionate about history, and the Basilicas were breathtaking. You visit three ancient churches: Saint Mary Major, Saint Paul Outside the Walls, and Saint John in Lateran, and a huge bonus at the end of the tour is the relic of the Holy Stairs. If you're looking for something special to do in Rome, this tour is definitely for you. The transfers between the venues were a breeze, and we were even given some free time to relax and use the facilities. Overall a 5-star experience. Highly recommended!
Well worth every penny!
Walter_M
This was one of the best tours I took while in Rome, indeed I travel a lot and it was one of the best anywhere. The guide was personable and informative. They keep the groups small which is amazing, answered questions and made the tour very interactive. It was more like talking to an old friend who shared their city and places they love rather than a tour guide. I will definitely look for more tours from them and asked them to provide me more information regarding their bookings. Well worth every penny!
Excellent Overview of the Other Three Papal Basilicas
Roy_B
We really enjoyed our tour of the other three papal basilicas. Everyone knows about St. Peter’s, but Dimitri did a great job giving us a historical overview of the other three, why they are important, and how they fit in relation to St. Peter’s. Our guide was upbeat, informative, and had a knack for sharing details with anecdotes and good stories in a very engaging way. You learn a surprising amount of information in a rather time.
Excellent and Information Tour - Best Way to See the Major Basilicas of Rome
Teresa H
We enjoyed an excellent tour of the Major Papal Basilicas and Holy Doors. Our guide, Dimitri, co-founder of More of Rome, was a wealth of information; he was enthusiastic and passionate about the Basilicas - their history, the architecture, and all the major artifacts. Dimitri also gave us great insights on the early Church in Rome and Ancient Rome. He efficiently moved us between the Basilicas by taxi, reducing the amount of walking. We even had time for a restroom break and a visit to the gift shop. Dimitri also shared his experience living in Rome and provided some good dining tips. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised that we were the only two on the tour, and thankful it was not cancelled. We highly recommend this tour to those who want an in depth tour of the Basilicas.
