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Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome: Entry with Audio Guide
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Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome: Entry with Audio Guide

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Visit Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome with entry and audio guide. 5th-century mosaics, Sacred Crib and Pope Francis's tomb. Self-guided. Book now!

General information

  • Duration 1 hour

    Explore in complete autonomy

  • Available languages

    Italian, English, Spanish, French, German

Entry with audio guide at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica in Rome: explore the oldest Marian shrine in the Western world in complete independence, at your own pace, with the audio guide available for 60 minutes.

Book your ticket directly with Tourismotion and access the Basilica without queuing through the entrance reserved for pre-booked visitors. Once inside, freely explore this masterpiece of early Christian Rome: admire the magnificent 5th-century mosaics, among the oldest and most precious in Christendom, and the venerated relic of the Sacred Crib, preserved in the papal chapel.

Discover the legend of the miraculous August snowfall that gave rise to the Basilica in 358 AD and pause at the place Pope Francis chose for his eternal rest. The audio guide will accompany you through every room, narrating 1,500 years of art, history, and faith.

The ideal option for those who prefer to explore with flexibility, without fixed schedules and without a group. Book now!

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    Andres

    May 2026

    Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome: Entry with Audio Guide

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  • Children up to 5 years old enter for free, but must be included in the booking.

  • At the time of booking, you must enter the full name as it appears on your identity document or passport. It is the responsibility of the person making the booking to provide the correct details to avoid problems at the entrance. In case one of the persons is left out, they will not be refunded.

  • Visitors are required to wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees and without deep necklines.

  • Priority entrance
  • Audio guide

What's not included

  • Tips
  • Pick-up and transport
  • Access to the terrace and museum areas
  • Everything not expressly included in the description

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P.za di Santa Maria Maggiore, 00100 Roma RM, Italia

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Wheelchair accessible.

Accessible for people with reduced mobility.

No pets allowed (except guide dogs).

General questions

Yes. Pope Francis chose this basilica as his final resting place rather than St Peter's, in keeping with his devotion to the Virgin Mary. During your visit you can pause at his burial place, now a destination for pilgrims from all over the world.

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    Andres

    May 2026

    Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome: Entry with Audio Guide

    Outstanding