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Step into the Hall of the Popes and discover the story behind Pope Francis's decision to be buried here. The Basilica also holds the Holy Door of the Jubilee, a symbol of faith and art.

Highlights

• Holy Door of the Jubilee
• The papal basilica dedicated to the Virgin Mary
• Loggia of Blessings
• Please provide the name and surname of all participants

Description

Discover the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, the only papal basilica dedicated to the Virgin Mary, a unique experience in the heart of Rome. With an audio guide available in multiple languages, explore the magnificence of the golden ceiling, made with gold from the Americas, and the Cosmatesque floor. Check out the medieval mosaics, including the masterpiece of the Coronation of the Virgin. Get access to exclusive places like the Loggia delle Benedizioni and the Sala dei Papi, and learn the story that led Pope Francis to choose to be buried here. The Basilica also holds the Holy Door of the Jubilee, a symbol of faith and art. By booking this tour, you'll get to skip the long line to the Basilica. To get into Santa Maria Maggiore, you've got to follow the dress code (no shorts, tank tops, or sleeveless tops allowed). Please provide the name and surname of all participants

Includes

Audio guide Priority access to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Help before your visit

Easy cancellation

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