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Christian Rome: Churches off the beaten track – private tour

About this experience

Your guide will lead you through Rome's historic center, where the many layers of the city's history sit side-by-side and where literally hundreds of churches are to be found. You will visit five of these and discover the architectural and art styles as they have changed over the centuries.
San Luigi dei Francesi, San Pietro in Vincoli, Sant'Ignazio, Santa Maria sopra Minerva and Santa Maria degli Angeli are churches not listed in the usual touristic itineraries, even if are considered some of the gems of Rome.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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Christian Rome: Churches off the beaten track - private tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), ru (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 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

  • Transportation at disposal by deluxe vehicle and English speaking driver
  • Admittance to the Churches listed in the itinerary
  • Professional tour guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

The Church of San Luigi dei Francesi (Church of St. Louis of the French) stands right between the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. There you can admire three Caravaggio paintings.

The legend said that St. Peter was jailed twice in Rome before his martyrdom. This church still houses his chains. Also, here you can admire Michelangelo's Moses.

The church was built by the Jesuit architect Orazio Grassi in 1626- Note the exits into ‘the wings’ at the northern end and how the undulating surfaces create the illusion of a larger space.

The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels and Martyrs at the Diocletian Baths is the last great architectural project from the genius of Michelangelo. It is a monument to history, to faith, to art and to science.

In the area currently occupied by the Basilica of Saint Mary of Minerva and by the former ex-convent, stood three temples dedicated to Minerva, Isis and Serapis.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please provide your hotel accommodation at the moment of the reservation

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • ru — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Love Holidays

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please provide your hotel accommodation at the moment of the reservation
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), ru (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–4; Youth tickets: age 5–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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