Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and Dome Guided Tour
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Join us for a guided tour of the Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and Dome.
Wat je gaat doen
Wat is inbegrepen?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
Wat is niet inbegrepen?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- children under 7 years old are not allowed to the dome area
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Routebeschrijving
Rome Museums & Galleries Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica and Dome Guided Tour in Rome, Italy. This museums & galleries experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 1 hours. Activity level: Light.
Hier is het startpunt
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
- Step into one of Rome’s most awe-inspiring landmarks with an expert tour guide who will bring its fascinating history to life. As the only one of Rome’s four Papal Basilicas to preserve its original paleochristian structure since 432 A.D, this extraordinary site is filled with breathtaking mosaics, frescoes, and architectural wonders that tell a story spanning centuries.
- Your guide will share fascinating stories about the many popes and world-renowned artists who contributed to Santa Maria Maggiore, transforming it into a masterpiece that is not only sacred but also houses artistic treasures as the The Sacred Cradle by Valadier, an exquisite silver and crystal reliquary, said to contain fragments of Jesus’ manger.
Museo del Tesoro Liberiano
Your journey continues inside the Liberian Museum, an extraordinary area that preserves the artistic, historical, and spiritual heritage of the basilica. This area provides a deeper understanding of Santa Maria Maggiore’s significance through a collection of priceless relics, sacred artifacts, and remarkable artworks.
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
The highlight of the tour will be the exclusive dome area, where you will make your way to one of the highest points in Rome. From this privileged spot, standing on the highest hill in the city, you will enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of Rome. Your guide will point out the most important landmarks and share fascinating stories that reveal the city’s secrets and hidden gems.
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