2h30 Tour of Rome Cathedral and Holy Stairs
Description
Our guide will accompany you on a discovery of one of the most evocative places in Rome: starting from the Rione Celio and the Roman amphitheatre, the Colosseum, we will arrive at the Cathedral of Rome and the Sanctuary of the Scala Santa and Sancta Sanctorum. You will access and visit the monuments accompanied by an experienced and accredited local guide. You will also visit the Basilica of the Santi Quattro Incoronati, which is part of an ancient Christian complex located in the Roman district of Celio, on the hill of the same name, and its frescoed interiors of remarkable historical and artistic value.
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Itinerary
The tour starts from the Rione Celio, where the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, the Imperial Forum and other iconic monuments of Rome are located.
The Basilica of St John Lateran, also referred to as the Cathedral of Rome, is the mother church of the diocese of Rome. It is the first of the four major papal basilicas and the oldest and most important basilica in the West.
The Holy Staircase and its 28 steps envelop you in an intimate and evocative atmosphere. Update: during the tour you will visit the Basilica of the Santi Quattro Incoronati REPLACEMENT of the Chapel of San Lorenzo. The Basilica dei Santi Quattro Incoronati is part of an ancient Christian complex located in the Roman district of Celio, on the hill of the same name.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
A less-typical tour, in that your guide takes you to historical sites of religious importance you likely won't encounter elsewhere. Mildly challenging for some individuals, the small group is placed comfortably. Our experience guide was thoroughly knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We had plenty of time for photos, and culminated in climbing the sacred stairs. Great for those wanting to know about religious significance of buildings still preserved today.
I held this tour back for my last one and was absolutely magnificent, my tour guide Suzanne was wonderful and really knowledgable, the weather was raining but didn’t put us off at all. Thankyou
Isabella was wonderful. The cathedral we were supposed to visit was closed by the nuns for prayer unexpectedly, but without a pause she shifted and took us to St. John the Lateren Basilica for a very well informed tour with lots of great interaction. She left us with excellent directions to the cab station. Be sure to use this tour if you like a personal touch to your vacation.
Wish we could leave more then 5 stars! This tour went above and beyond our expectations! Our tour guide was magnificent - so knowledgeable, patient and kind! She allowed us extra time at each location to pray, show our respects, take in the grandeur and shop for souvenirs. We got a wealth of information about the Roman Church and Santa Scala. We even toured another church with her. We never felt rushed. At the end she even asked what more she could do for us. We highly recommend this tour!!!
