Rome: Four Papal Basilicas Half-Day Tour
4.9
(48)
🕑 5 hours
Free cancellation
Rome’s four major papal basilicas are spread throughout the city—and when you don’t know your way around, visiting all of them with limited time to spare is a challenge. Forget the hassles of Rome’s crowded public transportation systems on this half-day tour by chauffeured minivan. Instead, tour each basilica— St. Peter in the Vatican, St. John in Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls, and Santa Maria Maggiore—with ease.
Languages:
English
Spanish
Italian
French
📍Piazza Papa Pio XII, 4, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
🏢Operated by Mamma Mia Italia
Highlights
- ✓This religion-focused half-day tour combines history, architecture, and spirituality
- ✓Learn about each basilica’s heritage and artworks from your private group guide
- ✓Admission tickets are included where needed for a smoother sightseeing journey
- ✓Ride by comfortable minivan, without the hassle of booking separate taxis
What you'll see & do
- ✓St. Peter's Basilica, located in the Vatican, is one of the most important places of worship in the Christian world. Built between the 16th and 17th centuries, it stands on the site where, according to tradition, the Apostle Peter was buried. Designed by great artists such as Bramante, Michelangelo, Raphael and Bernini, it is a masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Its majestic dome, designed by Michelangelo, dominates the skyline of Rome. In addition to being the spiritual center of Catholicism, the basilica is a place of pilgrimage and a universal symbol of faith.
- ✓The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, located in Rome, is one of the four papal basilicas and the most important dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Founded in the fifth century, it is famous for its beautiful early Christian mosaics, gilded coffered ceiling and majestic central nave. According to tradition, it was built after a miraculous apparition of Our Lady, who indicated the place with a summer snowfall on the Esquiline Hill. The basilica combines early Christian, medieval, Renaissance and Baroque elements, representing an artistic and spiritual masterpiece in the heart of Rome.
- ✓The Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano is the cathedral of Rome and the oldest of the four papal basilicas. Founded in the fourth century by Constantine, it is considered the "mother of all the churches in the world". Located on the Lateran Hill, it was for centuries the residence of the popes. The basilica is famous for its imposing Baroque facade, rich interior decorated by great artists and monumental statues of the Apostles. It also houses the papal throne, a symbol of the authority of the Pope as Bishop of Rome.
- ✓The Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, located along the Via Ostiense in Rome, is one of the four papal basilicas and stands on the site where the Apostle Paul was buried. Founded in the fourth century by Emperor Constantine, it was rebuilt after a fire in 1823, maintaining the grandiose early Christian style. The interior is characterized by a vast nave with imposing colonnades and splendid apse mosaics. A special feature of the basilica is the series of medallions with portraits of all the popes, from St. Peter to the current pontiff. It is a place of great spirituality and destination of pilgrimages.
What's included
- ✓Transport by minivan to reach the 4 papal basilicas
- ✓Entrance to the Papal Basilicas
- ✓Driver
- ✓Assistance during the visit of the Papal Basilicas
- ✓Tour guide for the entire duration of the experience
What's not included
- ✓Tips
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 134.00
Rome: Four Papal Basilicas Half-Day Tour
4.9
(48)
🕑 5 hours
Free cancellation
Rome’s four major papal basilicas are spread throughout the city—and when you don’t know your way around, visiting all of them with limited time to spare is a challenge. Forget the hassles of Rome’s crowded public transportation systems on this half-day tour by chauffeured minivan. Instead, tour each basilica— St. Peter in the Vatican, St. John in Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls, and Santa Maria Maggiore—with ease.
Languages:
English
Spanish
Italian
French
📍Piazza Papa Pio XII, 4, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
🏢Operated by Mamma Mia Italia
Highlights
- ✓This religion-focused half-day tour combines history, architecture, and spirituality
- ✓Learn about each basilica’s heritage and artworks from your private group guide
- ✓Admission tickets are included where needed for a smoother sightseeing journey
- ✓Ride by comfortable minivan, without the hassle of booking separate taxis
What you'll see & do
- ✓St. Peter's Basilica, located in the Vatican, is one of the most important places of worship in the Christian world. Built between the 16th and 17th centuries, it stands on the site where, according to tradition, the Apostle Peter was buried. Designed by great artists such as Bramante, Michelangelo, Raphael and Bernini, it is a masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Its majestic dome, designed by Michelangelo, dominates the skyline of Rome. In addition to being the spiritual center of Catholicism, the basilica is a place of pilgrimage and a universal symbol of faith.
- ✓The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, located in Rome, is one of the four papal basilicas and the most important dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Founded in the fifth century, it is famous for its beautiful early Christian mosaics, gilded coffered ceiling and majestic central nave. According to tradition, it was built after a miraculous apparition of Our Lady, who indicated the place with a summer snowfall on the Esquiline Hill. The basilica combines early Christian, medieval, Renaissance and Baroque elements, representing an artistic and spiritual masterpiece in the heart of Rome.
- ✓The Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano is the cathedral of Rome and the oldest of the four papal basilicas. Founded in the fourth century by Constantine, it is considered the "mother of all the churches in the world". Located on the Lateran Hill, it was for centuries the residence of the popes. The basilica is famous for its imposing Baroque facade, rich interior decorated by great artists and monumental statues of the Apostles. It also houses the papal throne, a symbol of the authority of the Pope as Bishop of Rome.
- ✓The Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, located along the Via Ostiense in Rome, is one of the four papal basilicas and stands on the site where the Apostle Paul was buried. Founded in the fourth century by Emperor Constantine, it was rebuilt after a fire in 1823, maintaining the grandiose early Christian style. The interior is characterized by a vast nave with imposing colonnades and splendid apse mosaics. A special feature of the basilica is the series of medallions with portraits of all the popes, from St. Peter to the current pontiff. It is a place of great spirituality and destination of pilgrimages.
What's included
- ✓Transport by minivan to reach the 4 papal basilicas
- ✓Entrance to the Papal Basilicas
- ✓Driver
- ✓Assistance during the visit of the Papal Basilicas
- ✓Tour guide for the entire duration of the experience
What's not included
- ✓Tips
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 134.00