Rome Basilica of St John Lateran Pilgrim Tour

Overview

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Chinese

English

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Explore the Basilica of St John Lateran, the highest-ranking church in the world, and pass through its Holy Door during the 2025 Holy Jubilee Year. See the Holy Steps nearby on this insightful 1-hour standalone tour of one of Rome's four Major Papal Basilicas. Led by a knowledgeable Catholic scholar, delve into the rich history and significance of these sacred sites combining Catechesis with a profound spiritual experience. Witness the miraculous acheiropoieta and venerate the relics of Saints Peter and Paul. This top-selling tour offers an intimate experience, designed for Catholic pilgrims but open to everyone.

- Guided pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Rome and Holy Door

- See the Holy Steps, where pilgrims can gain a Plenary Indulgence (not included)

- Learn about the miraculous acheiropoieta attributed to St Luke

- Led by a devout Catholic guide versed in scripture

Visit all four of the Major Basilicas and Holy Doors during the Jubilee Year with Rome's only Catholic tour company.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

There is no wheelchair access at the Holy Steps but wheelchairs access is available at the main Basilica of St John Lateran

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

English speaking guide

Guide gratuity

Transport to or from the tour is not included

What To Expect

Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

Pilgrimage through the Holy Door of the Arch-Basilica of St John Lateran, the Cathedral of Rome, and basilica tour taking in the relics of Saints Peter and Paul, breathtaking art and Catechesis of the mosaics.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs

Sight of the Holy Steps, the Holy of Holies and the miraculous icon by St Luke. Please note there will not be time during the tour to climb the Steps but pilgrims may do so after the tour.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Rome Basilica of St John Lateran Pilgrim Tour

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Tour - Basilica of St John Lateran
Charles T,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wen did a wonderful job explaining the tenets of our Christian faith and then thoughtfully related all the spiritual and secular history contained in St John Lateran Basilica to those tenets. We thoroughly enjoyed the depth of her understanding and faith. We highly recommend this tour!
Highly recommend, great guide!
Michael C,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wen was an excellent guide, providing so much information about the history of the Basilica. Would have appreciated the beauty, but would not have understood the significance of many items inside without Wen’s knowledge. Holy stairs were very moving. This was a great tour, learned so much.
Great tour! Very...
Michael G,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour! Very informative. Highly recommend. Holy stairs amazing. Great to see in Jubilee year. The Basilica beautiful with statue of the Apostles.
Great guide, very informative.
Ricardo M,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wen was great as a guide . Very knowledgeable, informative, patient and accommodating. We scheduled for 11am, but my daughter's plane was delayed, and she rescheduled for 1pm. She was at the meeting point punctually, and accommodated everyone's needs, answered questions accurately, and was an encyclopedia of information. Great job Wen.
ROMA. A WONDERFUL SCULPTURE OF SANTIAGO IN SAN JUAN DE LETRÁN
Voyage12180825515,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Roma. Basilica of Saint John Lateran. The apostle James the Great (1715-1718). Camillo Rusconi (1658-1728). Mármol. This colossal work (425 cm. high), is one of the most extraordinary sculptures in Rome. The unparalleled expressiveness and beauty of the apostle’s face, as well as the magnificent quality of the finish of the robe and mantle, make it deserving of the admiration of those who visit the Basilica of St. John Lateran. Rusconi adapted the contained attitude of François Duquesnoy’s statue of Saint Andrew in the Vatican, reworking the head position and the expansive gesture, in order to create an image of supernaturally inspired determination. The artist managed to preserve in this effigy of the apostle the best elements of the Baroque style, containing its excesses to show, in Santiago el Mayor, a heroic nature.