Private Tour
Private Tour: Basilicas of Rome
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore five of Rome’s major basilicas with an option to visit the Catacombs ancient burial site, on this seven-hour private tour including transportation from your Rome hotel by air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Eternal City’s St. Paul Outside the Walls, Santa Maria Maggiore, St. John Lateran, Holy Cross in Jerusalem, and Church of Domine Quo Vadis, learning from your private guide about their design and the relics, including from the Passion of Jesus, housed inside their ornate chambers.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
The Largest Basilica entitled to the Virgin Mary
Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura
The Basilica dedicated to St Paul
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Landing and facility fees
Fuel surcharge
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
English Speaking driver
Entrance fees 8 euro per person for the Catacombs
Gratuities
Lunch at your own expense
Pickup points
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Private Tour: Basilicas of Rome
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Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Trail60559708994,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Clients had a great time, said the tour and the guide was EXCELLENT. Definitely the BEST way to see those major landmarks, especially since Friday was a holiday and everyone was visiting! Hands down the best way to navigate crowds. Thank you for giving my clients a wonderful experience!
Major Basilicas of Rome: jubilee year
Edward B,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luca, We had an excellent day with Max. He was exceedingly informative, a font of information. Wonderful touring day. Ed Brandecker
Amazing Day
Douglas O,Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing day! I loved learning the history of Christianity in Rome and seeing the church’s of significant centers away from the Vatican. The churches were magnificent works of art, history, religion and architecture all in one. Our guide was Max. I cannot recommend this tour enough. It was the highlight of our trip to Italy so far.
Fabulous Day Trip in Rome
Global769754,Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rome Private Excursions was very easy to communicate with. My husband can’t walk a lot, so this was the prefect option for us to see the main sites in Rome in one day. Our driver was professional and prompt. I would definitely recommend them and use their services again in the future.
Excellent Tour of the Basilicas of Rome
sgE5603QD,Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rome Private Excursions has great customer service. They're very professional. Max is outstanding for this tour. This is our second year in a row with him on this tour. His knowledge, customer service and attitude are just exceptional.
This is the second time...
Don B,Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This is the second time we have done this tour, and it is an absolute must do. You visit basilica’s that are not on the main tours, and learn a ton of history and see a lot of interesting relics. Our guide - Max - was an absolute treasure. He is by far the best guide in all of Rome. Such a knowledgeable and kind hearted person. Truly a treasure. We would book every time we come to Rome!!
A Must for Catholics interested in their faith
rosannep2015,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Max was an amazing guide! So full of history about Rome and the church. Took us to awesome churches we never would have known about. Hundreds stand in line be to see the Pantheon but few to see the column that Jesus was tied to and whipped. The steps we walked up to be judged by Pontius Pilot. Or walk in the house/church where the early Christians meet and Paul and Peter evangelized. Relics of the manger, cross, nails and thorns from the crown. The catacombs were very interesting. GREAT DAY. Highly recommend!!
GREAT EXPERIENCE
jamesmG8168EE,Nov 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was fantastic. Can not say enough as to how professional and knowledgeable all three have been . We especially would like to thank you for the outstanding knowledge and abilities of Paula at the Vatican! She provided us with extremely informative information and guided us through the maze of the Vatican we never would have made it were it not for she. To the point we may even still be inside the Vatican. We simply cannot say enough as to her knowledge personality and understanding of my situation in particular. Also the timeliness of both drivers to be where they said they would be when they said they would be there . The personalities and knowledge of both drivers were of a great assistance in our new understanding of all of Rome. We sincerely thank you all throughout this entire process in making it seamless and successful! We would highly recommend your services to our friends and relatives! Jim & Karen McKenna
Tour of Cathedral and several Basilica’s
JerryClement,Nov 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Max did an outstanding job, he had a solid grasp of history, I would highly recommend this tour. It is not practical to see the Basilica’s and Cathedral that we were able to see. Good pace! Very friendly and knowledgeable!
Perfect day in Rome
Dianne R,Oct 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a terrific tour. Very informative and enjoyable. A perfect way to spend a day in Rome. Highly recommend this tour.
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