Vatican Basilicas Tour: Discover Holy Doors and Relics

Experience a semi-private tour of the major Papal Basilicas and Holy Doors in Vatican City. Explore stunning works of art, Christian relics, and the throne of Pope Francis on this 3-hour guided tour. Don’t miss the opportunity to see the Holy Doors that only the Pope can open during the Jubilee year. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore - Start your tour with the most significant Marian Basilica in the world - Santa Maria Maggiore. Your guide will meet you at the front of the Basilica and after a brief check-in will accompany you to the core of this ancient marvel. The basilica is home to some of the most important Catholic Relics in Rome.
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What's Included
  • Access to Major Papal Basilicas not frequently visited by average tourists.
  • Personal curation of every tour by More of Rome founders, Dimitri and Emanuela.
  • Personal attention from your guide in a small group setting.
  • Unique tour experience with experienced guide and a group of like-minded travelers.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities are not mandatory, however are very much appreciated.
Additional Information

Explore three Major Vatican Basilicas and Holy Doors on this 3-hour tour with transfers. Save yourself hours of walking and join us on this guided tour of Santa Maria Maggiore, Saint Paul Outside the Walls, and Saint John in Lateran. Three Vatican Basilicas outside the Vatican. During this tour, you will also discover unique Christian Relics, stunning…

Location
Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore
Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
Meet your guide outside the basilica! In the center of the Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, near the fountain.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Laura_m
Jul 30, 2025
Amazing personal tour with no stress or hassle - My family had a terrific experience with Emma's tour! We had just arrived in Rome and this was our first planned activity. Emma met us outside St. Mary Major. She was easy to find, was there early, and was very friendly. It was invaluable to us to be able to get around, tour the three amazing basilicas, and learn so much from a guide who knew so much information and knew where to go and what to see. Plus, a driver to pick us up promptly in a van and drive us from place to place! We were very happy with being able to have such a thorough and personalized tour with Emma!
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Jason_d
Jul 25, 2025
Awesome tour and tour guide! - Becca was incredible, made the experience so meaningful and opened our eyes to things we’d never know!
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Emil_b
Jul 25, 2025
Rebecca was an incredible... - Rebecca was an incredible guide. She was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We were well pleased with the whole experience.
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Roeshene_c
Jul 22, 2025
Highly recommended - We enjoyed our tour. Rebecca is a great guide - she’s pleasant, very knowledgeable and accommodating
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Worldtravellermari
Jul 21, 2025
Great Experience - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and made the whole experience priceless. Plus there were only 3 including me in the group so we had a personalized experience.
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Trip48065096950
Jul 19, 2025
- Sonia was a very good guide, very informative and very clear. She went out of her way to make sure everyone in the group was included and catered for. Information was pitched at the correct level for the group. Movement between Basilicas was provided, quick with information on other places of interest included.
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Kimberly_j
Jul 15, 2025
Absolutely magnificent - Rebecca was phenomenal. She was knowledgeable and flexible as we all wanted to wander at each site. She guided us well and accommodated us receiving communion at the Basilica of St. Paul outside the walls making our holy door experience even more special.
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Loretta_t
Jul 14, 2025
Beautiful Basilicas Tour - The visit to the three basilicas was important to us, because we wanted to go through the Sacred Doors. With limited time this would have been difficult to do on our own. Rebecca, our tour guide was very personable and knowledgeable about the art and history of the churches. She explained everything and then gave us time to look around on our own. Unfortunately, we only had 20-25 minutes to explore each church. This was because of travel time between each church. The tour did provide a good overview of these magnificent basilicas and Rebecca provided us with excellent information. This tour is a great option if you have little time and would like to visit these beautiful sites.
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Pauline_t
Jul 13, 2025
History and Architecture In A Timeless City! - Very organized and exceptional tour guide Sonia! She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the architecture and history!
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Sandra_c
Jul 5, 2025
Great way to see 3 of the... - Great way to see 3 of the Holy Doors in half a day. Recommendations for restaurants were also available from our tour guide at the end which could be very useful.
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).