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Medieval Mosaics Tour in Rome including St. Mary Major & St. Praxedes Basilicas

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About this activity

Experience the highlights of the Medieval Basilicas, Mosaic and arts that you will discover in Rome, the secret tombs of famous Pope and sculptor. For the duration of the tour, your private guide will tell you more about the history of these important religious sites and discuss some of the masterpieces which can be found inside.

Highlights

    What's included

    • local guide

    Not included

      Itinerary

      1. Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

        The Basilica of Saint Mary Major , or church of Santa Maria Maggiore, is a Major papal basilica as well as one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome and the largest Catholic Marian church in Rome, Italy.

        45 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

      2. Roma Termini

        The leading sculptor of his age, and one of the greatest sculptors of all time.​He was interred, without pomp or ceremony, in the family crypt in the church of St.Mary Major.

        10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      3. Roma Termini

        The Pauline Chapel, or also called the Borghese Chapel,

        The Pauline Chapel, or also called the Borghese Chapel, is the largest chapel in the left aisle of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.

        15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      4. Basilica di Santa Prassede

        The church incorporates mosaic decoration that mark it among the oldest churches in Rome. A church near this site was present since the fifth century, but the church in its current place and general layout was commissioned by Pope Hadrian I around the year 780 to house the relics (bones) of Saint Praxedes.

        20 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

      5. Roma Termini

        The chapel of San Zenone

        The chapel of San Zenone is a church in Rome, in the Monti district, which is accessed from the right aisle of the basilica of Santa Prassede.

        15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

      Meeting point

      You will meet the guide below of the Obelisk in front of St.Mary Major Basilica holding a placard with Tour written on it.

      The map shows Rome. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

      Pickup

      • Everyone meets at the start point

      Drop-off

      • The tour ends in this Basilica.

      Know before you go

      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Public transportation options are available nearby
      • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
      • 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
      • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
      • One per booking

      Cancellation and refunds

      All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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      Ulysses Tours
      Product code
      111062P7

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