About this experience
In the heart of Rome, the majestic Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore safeguards an artistic and spiritual heritage of extraordinary significance: a journey through the centuries, where history intertwines with faith and art reaches peaks of exceptional refinement.
Among the most precious treasures are the V-century musivi cycles, among the best preserved in the world.
The basilica's architecture presents itself as a fascinating layered palimpsest: early Christian elements coexist harmoniously with medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque interventions, telling over fifteen centuries of transformations.
The visit itinerary also includes the exciting access to the Bethlehem Nativity Scene, a relic of great devotional value, and to the museum areas, where artifacts, relics, and works that expand and deepen the historical and artistic meaning of the basilica are kept.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Access to the mosaics of the fifth century and the main areas of the basilica
- Radio guides for clear and comfortable listening
- Visit to the Bethlehem Nativity Scene
- Entrance to the museum areas
- Visit of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
Itinerary and highlights
Access to museum areas and in-depth study of the main works
Paleochristian, medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture
Admiration of 5th-century mosaics and visit to the Bethlehem nativity scene
Meeting and pickup information
- Customers will meet the reception staff and Guide in front of the basilica. How to recognize the group: tour leader with tour sign and agency logo
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- Italian — Audio
- pl — Audio
- French — Audio
- Spanish — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- MT Explore
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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