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Rome: Early Christian Churches & Women Saints Private Tour

By TOURIKS
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$488 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Unveil the stories of Rome’s early Christian women saints
  • Hear the legend behind Santa Maria Maggiore's creation
  • Admire Santa Prassede's golden Byzantine mosaics
  • Explore Santa Pudenziana’s ancient house-church
  • Discover hidden gems where history and female power meet

Activity location

  • Santa Maria Maggiore
    • Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
    • 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Meet us at the Column of Peace, located in front of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, 00185 Rome. Look for a member of staff holding a yellow Touriks sign.
    • Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
    • 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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Rome: Early Christian Churches & Women Saints Private Tour.

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 9:30 AM
Price details
AU$488.17 x 1 AdultAU$488.17
Total
Price is AU$488.17

What's included, what's not

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    Expert live guide
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    Headsets to hear the guide clearly
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    The entrance to and fees for the paid parts of Santa Maria Maggiore are not included
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    Food and drinks
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    Pick-up and drop-off
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    Optional service charge

Know before you book

  • This tour is not accessible to wheelchair users
  • Modest clothing is required to enter the basilica’s (knees and shoulders should be covered)
  • Bringing food, drinks, luggage or large bags is not allowed
  • Your phone should be put on silence before visiting the basilica’s
  • It’s recommended to have a moderate level of fitness to join this tour since there is a moderate amount of walking involved
  • Wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved and you will be walking on uneven surfaces and climbing some steps and stairs
  • Photography is allowed but flash photography is prohibited
  • We recommend you to bring your own headphones in order to minimise plastic waste
  • This tour is subject to weather conditions and/or liturgic-calendar events. If cancelled you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

What you can expect

Step into some of Rome’s hidden gems, where history, faith, and art come together in a captivating journey through three of the city’s most sacred and awe-inspiring churches. Unveil the powerful stories of early Christian women who helped shape the city’s spiritual legacy. If you love history, art, or discovering places beyond the usual tourist paths, this experience is made for you!

Your journey begins at Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome’s grandest papal basilicas. Here, you’ll stand in awe at the breathtaking golden mosaics that celebrate the Virgin Mary. Hear the enchanting legend of a miraculous summer snowfall that led to the church’s creation.

Next, step into the intimate Santa Prassede, a hidden gem where history feels alive. Learn about the inspiring Saint Praxedes, who courageously honoured Christian martyrs. Don't miss one of its highlights, The Chapel of St. Zeno, a dazzling treasure known as the “Garden of Paradise”, filled with radiant Byzantine mosaics that will leave you in awe.

Finally, visit Santa Pudenziana, one of the oldest Christian churches in Rome. Once a secret place of worship, this site tells the storey of Saint Pudenziana, who welcomed persecuted Christians in dangerous times. Here, you’ll admire a remarkable apse mosaic that beautifully blends Roman and Christian symbolism, offering a rare glimpse into the very beginnings of the faith.

This isn’t just a tour—it’s an experience that brings to life the untold stories of women who left their mark on Rome’s spiritual history. It’s perfect for history lovers, art enthusiasts, and curious travellers who want to explore the city’s lesser-known yet deeply fascinating treasures.

Location

Activity location

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    Santa Maria Maggiore
    • Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
    • 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Meet us at the Column of Peace, located in front of the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, 00185 Rome. Look for a member of staff holding a yellow Touriks sign.
    • Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
    • 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy