Rome Pilgrims Tour Full-day Itinerary with must-see holy sites with local guide

Rome, IT

Highlights

  • Discover the best pilgrim tour of Rome
  • Visit the historic Basilica of San Giovanni Laterano
  • Climb the Holy Stairs, a significant pilgrimage site
  • Explore the beautiful Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
  • See the exterior of the Papal Palace in St. Peter's Square

Meeting Point

As you exit the MtrolIne A San Giovanni you will see the only big commercial store of "COIN" - in front of it you can see the guide with the placard of >TOUR. ( or your name on it).

Meeting point

Via Giulio Romano, 23, 00196 Roma RM , Italy

End point

What to expect

1

Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

This seven hours private tour gives you a wonderful chance to discover the best pilgrim tour of Rome, in the company of an expert private guide. The tour will start in the Square of San Giovanni Laterano then enter the Basilica the old seat of the bishop of Rome and the Pope.Then will proceed the tour going to the Holy Stairs on which according to the Roman Catholic tradition, the Holy Stairs the steps/stairs leading up to the praetorium of Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem on which Jesus Christ stepped on his way to trial during his Passion. Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redemptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help. then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica.

Duration 120 minutes
2

Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs

Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redemptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help, then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica. Then you will proceed heading to one of the major papal basilica the St.Mary Major Basilica, following church is the Chiesa di Gesù- mother house church of the Jesuits, then the Church of Sant'Andrea del Valle.

Duration 30 minutes
3

Basilica di Sant'Antonio al Laterano

Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redmptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help, then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica. Then you will proceed heading to one of the major papal basilica the St.Mary Major Basilica, following church is the Chiesa di Gesù- mother house church of the Jesuits, then the Church of Sant'Andrea del Valle.

Duration 30 minutes
4

Church of Saint Alphonsus Maria de Liguori

Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redemptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help, then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica. Then you will proceed heading to one of the major papal basilica the St.Mary Major Basilica, following church is the Chiesa di Gesù- mother house church of the Jesuits, then the Church of Sant'Andrea del Valle.

Duration 30 minutes
5

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redemptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help, then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica. Then you will proceed heading to one of the major papal basilica the St.Mary Major Basilica, following church is the Chiesa di Gesù- mother house church of the Jesuits, then the Church of Sant'Andrea del Valle.

Duration 60 minutes
6

Chiesa Del Gesu

Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redemptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help, then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica. Then you will proceed heading to one of the major papal basilica the St.Mary Major Basilica, following church is the Chiesa del Gesù- mother house church of the Jesuits, then the Church of Sant'Andrea del Valle.

Duration 30 minutes
7

At the center of Rome

Followed by going to the Franciscan main church in Rome of St.Anthony of Padua, Church of St.Alphonsus de Liguori founder of the Redemptorist order where you can see here the 15th century old Icon of the Mother of Perpetual Help, then going to the very old Basilica of Santa Prassede - the first early christians who were persecuted used to hide here in this actual basilica. Then you will proceed heading to one of the major papal basilica the St.Mary Major Basilica, following church is the Chiesa di Gesù- mother house church of the Jesuits, then the Church of Sant'Andrea del Valle.

Duration 30 minutes
8

S. Maria in Vallicella

- After visiting/seeing some churches you will have time for lunch (own expense). Your guide will be happy to recommend an eatery based on your preference, and there are many places to choose from. Once you have eaten, we’ll head forward to the next itinerary stop: Church of Santa Maria Valicella (Chiesa Nuova) where you can see the incorruptible body of Saint Filippo Neri. Then heading to St. Peter’s square where you can see the exterior of the Papal palace and the tour ends here. Everyone is free to proceed by themselves entering the Basilca of St. Peter This is Rome’s greatest pilgrims’ attractions in seven wonderful hours – an unmissable opportunity!

Duration 30 minutes
9

St. Peter's Basilica

- After visiting/seeing some churches you will have time for lunch (own expense). Your guide will be happy to recommend an eatery based on your preference, and there are many places to choose from. Once you have eaten, we’ll head forward to the next itinerary stop: Church of Santa Maria Valicella (Chiesa Nuova) where you can see the incorruptible body of Saint Filippo Neri. Then heading to St. Peter’s square where you can see the exterior of the Papal palace and the tour ends here. Everyone is free to proceed by themselves entering the Basilca of St. Peter This is Rome’s greatest pilgrims’ attractions in seven wonderful hours – an unmissable opportunity!

Duration 30 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Additional information
    A dress code is required to enter places of worship/churches and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Additional information
    Children must be accompanied by at least one adult
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What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Try local gelato near St. Peter's Square.
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    Plan lunch at nearby Trattoria da Enzo.
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    Visit the Basilica of St. Peter after the tour.
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    Check the opening times of churches visited.

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