English Guided Tour of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica
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Highlights
What's included
Cancellation & changes
Non-refundable
These tickets cannot be cancelled. Rescheduling is not allowed.
Your Experience
- Embark on a journey to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, one of the oldest churches honoring the Virgin Mary, dating back to 432 AD.
- Marvel at the stunning exterior and majestic bell tower of Santa Maria Maggiore, adorned with the first gold brought to Europe from the New World.
- Admire the intricate mosaics depicting scenes from Jesus' early life on the triumphal arch at the front of the nave.
- Visit the high altar, said to house relics including wood from the manger in Bethlehem where Christ was laid.
- Discover fascinating stories of the snow miracle, the New World gold, the mosaics, and the tomb of Gian Lorenzo Bernini at Santa Maria Maggiore.
- Enhance your experience with options to skip the line at Santa Prassede Church or enjoy escorted entry to the Loggia of Benedictions.
FAQs & details
English Guided Tour of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica overview
Your Experience Embark on a journey to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, one of the oldest churches honoring the Virgin Mary, dating back to 432 AD.
Quick facts
- Instant confirmation is enabled for this product.
- Mobile ticket support is enabled where the selected option allows it.
- Skip-the-line access is highlighted on this product.
- The product type is listed as Tour.
- Duration is listed from 3600000 to 7200000.
- Prices can vary by selected date, guest type, package, and live availability, so check the final amount before payment.
- This product is marked non-cancellable in the product record, so review your date and guest details carefully before payment.
- Rescheduling is not marked available in the product record, so choose your visit date carefully.
- Ticket validity is listed as Not Extendable; check the selected option for exact validity before payment.
- Product descriptor: Live Tour Guide.
Your Experience
Experience highlights
- Begin a journey to one of Rome's Seven Pilgrim Churches, the first dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
- Enjoy seamless entry to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and delve into the relics associated with Christ's life, with the option of a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
- Explore the rich history of Christianity and the church, and marvel at the altar adorned with 5 fragments of wood from Jesus' Bethlehem manger.
- Upgrade your experience by adding a guided tour of the Loggia of Benedictions or opt for skip-the-line access to Santa Prassede Church.
- Did You Know: Among Rome's Patriarchal Basilicas, Santa Maria Maggiore stands out as the sole preserver of its original paleochristian layout, albeit after significant alterations.
Experience style
- Product descriptor: Live Tour Guide.
Helpful booking signals
- Instant confirmation is enabled for this product.
- Mobile ticket support is enabled where the selected option allows it.
- Skip-the-line access is highlighted on this product.
- The product type is listed as Tour.
- Duration is listed from 3600000 to 7200000.
Ticket options for English Guided Tour of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica
Available options
- Option available in the product record: Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica & Loggia of Benedictions Guided Tour.
- Option available in the product record: Santa Maria Maggiore Guided Tour + Skip-the-line Tickets to Santa Prassede Church.
- Option available in the product record: Guided Tour of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica.
- Option available in the product record: Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica Escorted Entrance + Access to Loggia of Benedictions.
Option notes
- - Access to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Entrance to Loggia of Benedictions - Expert English-speaking guide - Headsets (if needed)
- - Access to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Skip-the-line Tickets to Santa Prassede Church - Expert English-speaking guide - Headsets (if needed)
- - Access to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Expert English-speaking guide - Headsets (if needed)
- - Escorted entrance to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica - Access to Loggia of Benedictions
Price guidance
- Prices can vary by selected date, guest type, package, and live availability, so check the final amount before payment.
Know Before You Go
Ticket delivery and entry
- Your e-voucher will be sent to you immediately upon booking.
- Simply present the e-voucher on your mobile device along with a valid photo ID at the designated meeting spot.
- Plan to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time to ensure a prompt start.
- Meet your knowledgeable local guide at Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore .
- Address: 00184 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy.
- Landmark: Situated between via Gioberti (Esquilino district) and via Merulana (Esquilino-Monti).
Booking signals
- Instant confirmation is enabled for this product.
- Mobile ticket support is enabled where the selected option allows it.
- Skip-the-line access is highlighted on this product.
- The product type is listed as Tour.
- Duration is listed from 3600000 to 7200000.
Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica — frequently asked questions
What is included in the Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica ticket?
The ticket includes 6 things: Visit Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, Optional expert English-speaking guide available, Option to enter Loggia of Benedictions, Guided access to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, Skip-the-line entry to Santa Prassede Church and Headsets provided upon request.
How long does Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica take?
Allow 60 minutes to 2 hours. This is the scheduled length of the experience; it varies with the ticket type you select and how busy the attraction is on the day.
Can I buy Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica tickets on the day?
Yes. Booking is confirmed instantly, so a same-day ticket is possible while slots remain. Popular time slots sell out first, so booking ahead is safer if you want a specific time.
Do I need to print Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica tickets?
No. This is a mobile ticket, so the confirmation on your phone is accepted at entry. No printing and no voucher exchange is required unless the confirmation says otherwise.
More about Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica
Travel Tips Operating Hours Discover Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica with a Knowledgeable Guide Available daily at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm Explore Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and the Loggia of Benedictions with a Guided Tour Offered daily at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm Enjoy an Escorted Entrance to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica + Access to the Loggia of Benedictions Accessible daily at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm Immerse Yourself in a Guided Tour of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica + Skip-the-line Tickets to Santa Prassede Church Monday to Saturday: 10am and 4pm Sunday: 4pm
Where you'll go
P.za di Santa Maria Maggiore, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Roma, Italy
00184
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Ticket details
- Your e-voucher will be sent to you immediately upon booking.
- Simply present the e-voucher on your mobile device along with a valid photo ID at the designated meeting spot.
- Plan to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time to ensure a prompt start.
Meeting Point
- Meet your knowledgeable local guide at Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore.
- Address: 00184 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy.
- Landmark: Situated between via Gioberti (Esquilino district) and via Merulana (Esquilino-Monti).
- Your guide will be holding an orange “LOVING ROME” flag for easy identification at the main entrance.
Access Directions to the Meeting Point
Getting There
By Bus
- The nearest bus stop is S. Maria Maggiore, just a short 1-minute stroll to the meeting location.
- Take buses 16, 70, 71, 75, 117, or other options to reach the site.
By Subway
- The closest subway station is Vittorio Emanuele, only a brief 6-minute walk to the meeting point.
- Use subway line MEA for a convenient journey to the meet-up spot.
