Rome: Discover Santa Maria Maggiore & Hidden Art Treasures
Overview
Discover the artistic treasures and fascinating history of Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome’s most extraordinary papal basilicas, on a 1.5-hour guided tour.
Admire magnificent mosaics, sacred artwork, and centuries of history as your expert guide reveals the stories behind this remarkable landmark.
Visit the Loggia of Blessings, explore the Hall of the Popes, and admire the Bernini Staircase. Continue to the Liberian Historical Museum to discover its collection of religious art, historical objects, and precious treasures.
Available in English, Italian, and Spanish, this small-group experience offers a personal journey through the art, architecture, and heritage of one of Rome’s most treasured basilicas.
What's Included
- Headphones (if needed)
- Visit to the Liberian Historical Museum
- Exclusive access to the Loggia of the Blessings
- Entry to the Hall of the Popes
- Expert guide
- Entrance to the Dome
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and beverages
- Tip ( Optional )
Meeting Location
Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
00185 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration, and access routes could change. Please check your messages for updates before your visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Headphones (if needed).
- Visit to the Liberian Historical Museum.
- Exclusive access to the Loggia of the Blessings.
- Entry to the Hall of the Popes.
- Expert guide.
- Entrance to the Dome.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and beverages.
- Tip ( Optional ).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rome: Discover Santa Maria Maggiore & Hidden Art Treasures is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome: Discover Santa Maria Maggiore & Hidden Art Treasures will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Headphones (if needed)
- Visit to the Liberian Historical Museum
- Exclusive access to the Loggia of the Blessings
- Entry to the Hall of the Popes
- Expert guide
- Entrance to the Dome
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and beverages
- Tip ( Optional )
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration, and access routes could change. Please check your messages for updates before your visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
