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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Kimberly_w
Oct 19, 2025
Excellent tour because of Rebecca! - The tour was excellent because of Rebecca! She was so knowledgeable about every basilica and holy door we toured. I highly recommend this tour, especially if you can get Rebecca as your guide!
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Carrie_d
Oct 18, 2025
So easy to get around.... - So easy to get around. One of the best ways to ensure you see the three sets of holy doors outside of St Peter’s. Rebecca was wonderful. She share a lot of information with some great humor! 10/10!
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Judy_m
Oct 16, 2025
Very solemn holy doors! I love it! - I love our tour guide, she did a good job and shes friendly..please get her tour you will love her , shes going to explain you very well!.. from 🇺🇸 judy mclane
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Cynthia_l
Oct 14, 2025
There is walking but you... - There is walking but you also ride to each basilica. I really liked it. Beautiful churches. I liked the city also.
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Annetteinperth
Oct 13, 2025
Wonderful tour of three basillicas - Wonderful tour guide who loves sharing his passion. I really appreciated how Fanbo ensured we could all hear the info while also being respectful of the location. The group had such a meaningful experience. It was a really convenient way to see three jubilee doors.
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Agustinraymund_a
Oct 11, 2025
Absolutely a once in a... - Absolutely a once in a lifetime experience to do the Holy Doors. We were pleased and very happy with Emma’s knowledge of the Churches we visited. Emma has a warm and friendly personality.
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Kent_c
Oct 11, 2025
Great holy doors experience - Great experience with a great guide. Juan was outstanding. We entered the three holy doors and received great information about the sites. In addition to other sites we passed.
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Jose_j
Oct 10, 2025
Excelent Tour - It was a good tour, our tour guided Joan was extraordinary. He know all tje history. I just have a complaint, it should have radios been offered, to hear the guided best.
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Michael_l
Oct 19, 2025
Skip the lines - smooth transportation - informative guide - Very “informative” and the “creative queuing” with our tour guide really helped us “skip the lines” The Mercedes Black vans were also very comfortable with good AC Be sure you walk all the way around to the front of the first basilica to the fountain + column as taxi dropped us off at the back end of the church with the tall obolisk, not the tall column, which can be confusing.
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Lourdes_j
Oct 15, 2025
Very disappointing tour!! - False Advertising and Unprofessional Guide This tour was a complete disappointment. The guide was very unprofessional, unprepared and clearly lacked knowledge about the basilicas — he left us alone in most of the tour. He gave no information about what we were visiting or looking. The tour was promoted as a spiritual and meaningful experience, but it was nothing like advertised. After reading all the great reviews about other guides, this felt like a scam. Totally not worth it. We asked for a refund or at least a partial refund and nothing.
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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).