Santa Maria Maggiore: Pope Francis Entry Ticket, Audio Guide
Esquilino, Rome
Explore the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome with a skip-the-line entry ticket and audio guide. Admire the mosaics, marble floors, and chapels at your own pace.
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Skip-the-Line Ticket with Audio Guide in Rome
This ticket offers skip-the-line access to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, ideal for visitors interested in early Christian art and architecture.
Highlights
- Marvel at the mosaics and marble floors of the basilica
- Explore the Crypt of the Nativity and Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s tomb
- Learn about the legend of the miraculous August snowfall
- Discover one of Rome’s four major papal basilicas
- Enjoy a self-guided tour with a multilingual audio guide (if option selected)
Description
Skip the line to enter the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, an early Christian architectural masterpiece. Inside, explore some of the oldest Christian mosaics in Rome dating back to the 5th century, along with intricate marble floors and richly decorated chapels.
The included multilingual audio guide reveals the basilica’s history, legends, and artistic treasures. Visit the Crypt of the Nativity, the tomb of artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and several papal tombs. Discover the story behind the miraculous August snowfall that inspired the basilica’s construction.
Includes
- Skip-the-line entry ticket to Santa Maria Maggiore
- Multilingual audio guide (if option selected)
Excludes
- Live guide
- Audio guide is not included with the Santa Maria Maggiore Dome Panoramic View 360° option
Important Information
- The basilica is an active place of worship; modest dress is required
- Last entry is usually 30–60 minutes before closing
- Audio guides are available onsite
- Entrance to the basilica is free, but this ticket grants skip-the-line access and includes an audio guide
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For a smooth visit, book your ticket in advance and bring comfortable shoes for walking inside the basilica. Morning visits are less crowded.
