Attractions & guided tours

Santa Maria Maggiore and panoramic dome guided tour in Rome

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$49.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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Skip the line

Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

Why you’ll love this…

You'll navigate through the history and architectural wonders of Santa Maria Maggiore
It's a chance to admire the basilica's exquisite mosaics, grand interior, and sacred art
The experience includes panoramic views of Rome from the Dome's incredible vantage point
You'll explore fascinating areas like the Liberiano Museum, Loggia delle Benedizioni, and Sala dei Papi
There's time to marvel at the elegance of the Scala del Bernini, designed by Flaminio Ponzio

What to expect

Embark on a memorable guided tour of the magnificent Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome's most iconic basilicas. Your expert guide will navigate you through its history and architectural wonders, spotlightting the exquisite mosaics, grand interior, and sacred art that have made it a symbol of the Eternal City.

The tour includes an ascent to the Dome, rewarding you with panoramic views of Rome's landmarks and natural beauty from an incredible vantage point. You'll also explore the Liberiano Museum, the Loggia delle Benedizioni and Sala dei Papi. Here, your guide will offer in-depth insights into the masterpieces housed within, deepening your understanding of the basilica's cultural and spiritual significance.

Additionally, you'll have the chance to admire the Scala del Bernini, a staircase renowned for its elegance and designed by Flaminio Ponzio. This comprehensive tour offers an immersive experience that blends art, history, architecture, and awe-inspiring views - making it the ideal way to appreciate the grandeur of Santa Maria Maggiore and its treasures.

What's included

Guided tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Entrance ticket

What's not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Where

P.za di Santa Maria Maggiore, 9, 00185 Roma, RM, Italy

Meeting point:

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts. The meeting point is right in front of the attraction, across from the obelisk in the square. Look for the staff holding a 'Loving Rome' flag.

What to remember

Accessibility:

Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments or for wheelchair users

Not allowed:

Children under 7 years
Shorts, short skirts, sleeveless shirts
Baby strollers, luggage or large bags, backpacks, umbrellas, tripod, potentially dangerous objects
Flash photography
Animals
Food and drinks (exception: water)

Know in advance:

The access to the panoramic dome will last approximately 30 minutes. An authorized staff member will accompany you to the dome for security purposes. No explanations or insights will be provided during this time
In accordance with the attraction’s mandatory regulations, please provide the complete name(s), preferably as stated on your passport, for each guest during the booking process. Name change requests are allowed up to 24 hours before the activity
For the verification process, you must present a valid passport or identification during the activity
Some parts might not be accessible and are subject to unexpected closures until further notice due to site’s restrictions
Photography with a flash is not allowed inside. The staff are authorized to delete any files taken
All guests must undergo airport-style security. During high season, the wait may be up to 1 hour
The entry ticket is only valid for the selected entrance time. Late arrivals will neither be accommodated nor refunded

Remember to bring:

Wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees, if your clothing does not comply with the rules, you may be denied entry
Your passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes

Provider

Loving Rome

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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