Rome: Guided tour of Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Discover the beauty and history of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, one of Rome's oldest and most important churches, with a self-guided visit including an audio guide, access to the Basilica, and its Museum Areas. Explore the magnificent nave, admire 5th-century mosaics, the coffered ceiling, the Sistine and Pauline Chapels, the revered Salus Populi Romani, the relics of the Holy Cradle, and the tombs of Pope Francis and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Continue through the Museum Areas, including the Loggia of the Blessings, the Hall of the Popes, Bernini's Spiral Staircase, and the Liberian Museum, home to priceless sacred treasures. Before leaving, admire the Holy Door and the mosaics depicting the Miracle of the Snow. Complete your experience with a traditional Roman tasting lunch at Ristorante La Gallina Bianca, featuring a supplì, a trio of carbonara, artisanal gelato, water, and your choice of a glass of wine or beer.