Join us on a walking tour of Rome’s most significant religious sanctuaries, where relics of the Passion of the Christ have been safeguarded for centuries. This walking tour offers a rare glimpse of the religious artifacts most sacred to the Christian world—a truly meaningful experience for Christian pilgrims and spiritually curious travelers alike. From €75.
Language
English
Booking
Mobile Voucher
Expert Guide
Friendly And Professional
Duration
3 Hours
Group Size
Max 10 People
Your tour begins at the Basilica of St. Mary Major (Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore), where you will meet your expert, local guide. This magnificent, ancient basilica is home to splinters of sycamore taken from the manger in which baby Jesus once lay. From here, your guide will take you to the Basilica of St. Praxedes (Basilica di Santa Prassede), where you will find the Column of Flagellation on which Jesus was scourged.
Your journey continues to the Holy Steps. These are the same steps on which Jesus stood as he received his judgement from Pontius Pilate.
Next, your guide will lead you to the Basilica of St. John Lateran (Basilica di San Giovanni Laterano), or the “Cathedral of Rome”, where the skulls of St. Peter and St. Paul have been under Vatican protection for centuries. Then, you will follow your guide to one of the holiest places in the world - the Basilica of the Holy Cross (Basilica di Sante Croce in Gerusalemme) the final destination of your tour.
The Basilica of the Holy Cross was built upon earth taken from Mount Calvary in Jerusalem and brought to Rome in the 4th century CE. Here, you will find some of the most significant relics in Christendom. A nail from The Crucifixion. Thorns from The Crown of Thorns. Wood from the cross on which Jesus was crucified, and more.
Begin at Santa Maria Maggiore
Basilica of Santa Prassede
Basilica San Giovanni Laterano
Basilica of The Holy Cross
Tour ends at the Basilica of The Holy Cross
Entry to each site included in the tour
Expert local guide
Headsets for groups when appropriate
What's Excluded
Transport to and from the tour
Food and drink
Some temporary exhibitions and special events may be excluded
Gratuities
Translation to other languages (tour is in English)
Know Before You Go
Please check-in at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Tours will depart promptly at the scheduled time, and no refunds will be given for late arrivals or missed tours.
Proof of identification may be required, so please bring a valid form of photo ID for each guest.
Tours will proceed in all weather conditions, unless the site is closed by authorities for safety reasons. It is highly recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen, hat and umbrella.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and be sure to dress warmly in colder temperatures, and bring a cover for bare shoulders inside any churches in the warmer months.
