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Santa Maria Maggiore Private Tour: Home of the Holy Crib
Visit the nave, Borghese Chapel, and Crypt of the Nativity with an expert guide
This private, bespoke tour of Santa Maria Maggiore is designed around you, offering a deeply personal experience during the Jubilee year. With your dedicated guide, explore the basilica’s awe-inspiring mosaics, sacred relics, and rich history at a pace that suits your needs. Enjoy moments for prayer and reflection as you pass by the Holy Door, embracing its profound message of grace and spiritual renewal.
What's included
Private English-speaking guide
Jubilee focused itinerary
Skip the line Basilica tickets
Bernini Staircase
Holy Door (exterior)
Private tour group
Hotel pick up
Meals
Guide gratuity
Itinerary
Meet your guide at the entrance to the Basilica
Exact location can be found on your voucher
Lodge of Blessings
Visit the elegant 'loggia' where the Pope delivers blessings during major religious events
Bernini Staircase
Marvel at Bernini’s grand spiral staircase, a masterpiece of Baroque design
Panoramic Terraces
Enjoy sweeping views of Rome from the church’s stunning terraces
Liberian Historical Museum
Dive into the rich history of Santa Maria Maggiore with artifacts and exhibits dating back centuries
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
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Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 7 days in advance!
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
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