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Passage under the Holy Doors with access to the Papal Basilicas

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Overview

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5 hours

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A tour of the four Papal Basilicas of Rome is a spiritual and cultural journey through the holiest places in Christianity. This special itinerary allows you to visit St. Peter's in the Vatican, St. John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls and St. Mary Major, each with its own unique history, architecture and religious significance. Passing through a Holy Door is a spiritual gesture of renewal and grace, representing the passage to mercy and forgiveness. This tour is a profound experience that combines art, faith and history, ideal for those who want to experience the most authentic meaning of the Jubilee through the symbolic places of Roman spirituality.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Transport by minivan to reach the 4 papal basilicas

Driver

Passage under the Holy Doors

Assistance during the visit of the Papal Basilicas

Tour guide for the entire duration of the experience

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What To Expect

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St. Peter's Basilica

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.

45 minutes • Admission Included
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Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

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.

45 minutes • Admission Included

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Passage under the Holy Doors with access to the Papal Basilicas

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5.00

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  • Best Viator experience yet!!!

    SHAYNE B,

    Oct 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Dina our guide knowledge of the area and the churches was unbelievable!!! Her English was impeccable and so easy to understand and converse with. Offered to take pictures of us in front of all the important stops and was just amazing!

  • 4 doors

    Terry N,

    Oct 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour guide Dina was very informative and made sure no one would wonder off. Her explanations were simple and appropriate.

  • Dina was an excellent...

    Rhoda G,

    Oct 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Dina was an excellent tour guide! She was very knowledgeable, professional, timely, and friendly. The driver, Walter was a very safe driver, courteous and attentive. They exceeded our expectations and made this experience very memorable!

  • Jubilee tour

    Theodore S,

    Oct 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fabulous experience with carola and max Everything was so smooth and easy Very knowledgeable and friendly making the tour so easy and better than expected Highly recommend and especially with carola and max

  • Our tour guide was...

    Sandra L,

    Oct 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide was amazing, so sweet, informative, and knew three languages. I highly recommend this tour and having a driver to all the sites provides a good break in between exploring each basilica.

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