St. Mary’s Basilica, Pope Francis Tomb Audio Tour with Crypt
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Access to the Archaeological Area beneath the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major
- Assistance from Touristation staff at the meeting point, in front of Basilica entrance near fountain
- Entry to the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major (free entrance)
- Official audioguide of the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major (available in Ita, Eng, Fr, Ger, Spa)
- Transportation to/from the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major
Meeting Location
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore 42, Rome 00185, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For safety reasons, this activity cannot be booked for children under the age of 7.
- Please note that the meeting point is located right in front of the Basilica entrance, near the fountain.
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).
- Access to the Archaeological Area beneath the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major.
- Assistance from Touristation staff at the meeting point, in front of Basilica entrance near fountain.
- Entry to the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major (free entrance).
- Official audioguide of the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major (available in Ita, Eng, Fr, Ger, Spa).
- Transportation to/from the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major.
The minimum age to participate is 7..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the St. Mary’s Basilica, Pope Francis Tomb Audio Tour with Crypt is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Access to the Archaeological Area beneath the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major
- Assistance from Touristation staff at the meeting point, in front of Basilica entrance near fountain
- Entry to the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major (free entrance)
- Official audioguide of the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major (available in Ita, Eng, Fr, Ger, Spa)
- Transportation to/from the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For safety reasons, this activity cannot be booked for children under the age of 7.
- Please note that the meeting point is located right in front of the Basilica entrance, near the fountain.
