Rome: St Mary Major Basilica Pilgrim Tour
Overview
Explore St Mary Major, one of Rome’s four Major Basilicas, on a one-hour Marian pilgrimage. Venerate the relics of the Holy Crib associated with Christ’s Nativity and the Salus Populi Romani icon, attributed by Catholic tradition to St Luke. Admire the basilica’s ancient mosaics and visit the tomb of Pope St Pius V. An expert Catholic guide explains the sacred art, relics and enduring importance of this historic Marian shrine. The Holy Door is anticipated to open again for the Jubilee of Redemption in 2033.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Expert Catholic guide
- Transport to or from the tour is not included
- Guide gratuity
Meeting Location
Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
33, 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
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Expert Catholic guide.
- Transport to or from the tour is not included.
- Guide gratuity.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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: St Mary Major Basilica Pilgrim Tour 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: St Mary Major Basilica Pilgrim Tour 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
- All Fees and Taxes
- Expert Catholic guide
- Transport to or from the tour is not included
- Guide gratuity
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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
