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(Rome) Audio-guided tour of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

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About the activity

Enter the Hall of Popes and learn about the history that led Pope Francis to choose to be buried here. The Basilica is also home to the Holy Door of the Jubilee, a symbol of faith and art.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Host or greeter
    English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
  • Duration
    1 hour
  • Includes
    • Audio guide Skip-the-line entrance to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Assistance before the visit Liberian Museum Complex (35 euros)
    • Live tour guide
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Holy Door of the Jubilee
  • Papal basilica dedicated to the Virgin Mary
  • Loggia delle Benedizioni
  • PLEASE PROVIDE THE FIRST AND LAST NAMES OF ALL PARTICIPANTS

Description

Discover the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, the only papal basilica dedicated to the Virgin Mary, a unique experience in the heart of Rome. With an audio guide available in several languages, explore the magnificence of the gilded ceiling, made with gold from the Americas, and the Cosmatesque floor. Admire the medieval mosaics, including the masterpiece of the Coronation of the Virgin. Access exclusive places such as the Loggia delle Benedizioni and the Sala dei Papi, and learn about the history that led Pope Francis to choose to be buried here. The Basilica is also the guardian of the Holy Door of the Jubilee, a symbol of faith and art. By booking this tour, you will have the opportunity to skip the long line to enter the Basilica.
To enter Santa Maria Maggiore, you must comply with the dress code (shorts, tank tops, and sleeveless tops are not allowed). PLEASE PROVIDE THE FIRST AND LAST NAMES OF ALL PARTICIPANTS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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    0-99 years
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