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Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and Dome

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About the activity

Discover one of the Papal Basilicas and its Treasures: Santa Maria Maggiore with audio guide with the visit of the Dome.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Audio guide
    English, French, German, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    2-4 hours
  • Includes
    • Entrance with audio guide (available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish)
    • Ticket for the Dome of the Basilica: it will be accompanied by a member of the authorized staff for security reasons.
    • Official guided tour through the Archaeological Area of the Papal Basilica of St. Maria Maggiore (if the option is selected).
    • Guided tour
    • Transfer
    • Food and drink
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Enjoy the unusual place full of history with audio guide
  • Enjoy the view from the highest hill of the Eternal City
  • Admire the Blessing Loggia and Hall of Popes

Description

The Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore has dominated the city of Rome for sixteen centuries: an excellent Marian temple and cradle of artistic civilization.

Located on the top of the Esquiline Hill, it is one of the four Papal Basilicas of Rome. According to tradition, the Virgin indicated and inspired the construction of her home on the Esquiline.

The numerous treasures it contains make Santa Maria Maggiore a place where art and spirituality come together in a perfect union, offering visitors those unique emotions. Admire the tomb of the Bernini family, the Baptistery, the Holy Door and many other masterpieces. Discover number of facts about the pontiffs: Pope Francis places his apostolic journeys under the protection of the Salus, which he usually visits before departure and after his return or Mass was celebrated in Santa Maria Maggiore for the first time on Christmas Eve and for centuries the Pontiffs went to the Basilica maintaining this custom.

Enjoy the breathtaking view from the Dome of Santa Maria Maggiore, it will open up a panoramic view of the city and will leave you enchanted.

Complete your experience and book also the guided tour of the underground. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this masterpiece in Rome.

Good to know before you go
  • The entrance to the Basilica is free of charge and doesn't require an entrance ticket.
  • You must observe the dress code to access the Santa Maria Maggiore (no shorts, vests, or sleeveless tops)
  • For safety reasons this activity is not suitable for children under 7 years old.
  • Please bring an ID as caution for the audioguide.
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Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and Dome

Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and Dome and Underground

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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.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Children
    6-17 years
  • Infants
    0-5 years
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