Santa Maria Maggiore Guided Basilica Visit and Rooftop Cocktail
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step inside one of Rome’s most breathtaking basilicas and end your visit with a toast overlooking the Eternal City. This guided experience of the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore combines art, history, exclusive views, and relaxation in one unforgettable experience. Discover glittering mosaics, sacred masterpieces, and centuries of history in the basilica and museum area with your expert guide bringing every detail to life. Then elevate your experience—literally—on the panoramic terrace, where you’ll admire the magnificent cupola and enjoy sweeping views over Rome’s rooftops and domes at your own pace. To conclude, unwind with a rooftop aperitif at the DoubleTree by Hilton, directly facing the basilica. Sip your drink while taking in spectacular skyline views — the perfect way to experience Rome like a VIP. Spots are limited to ensure an intimate atmosphere — book now and see Rome from a truly unforgettable perspective.
Inclusions
What's included
- Happy hour Aperitif on the terrace of the DoubleTree by Hilton
- Access to the panoramic terrace & guided tour
- Access to the museum area & guided tour
- 1.5-hour guided tour of the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
Itinerary
Experience one of Rome’s most iconic churches on this guided tour of the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. With an expert guide, explore the basilica’s stunning mosaics, sacred art, and rich history in the museum area. Afterwards, head to the panoramic terrace, which you can explore at your own pace. From this unique vantage point, enjoy breathtaking views of the basilica’s majestic cupola and the sweeping cityscape of Rome, including its rooftops, domes, and landmarks. Your tour concludes with a rooftop aperitif at the DoubleTree by Hilton, just across from the basilica. Relax with a drink while taking in Rome’s iconic skyline. In case of bad weather or other circumstances, the aperitif may be relocated indoors or to another area of the hotel.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please meet us Via Liberiana 8, next to the Santa Maria Maggiore Church and green Kiosk. our collaborators will be holding a red flag
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Tickets
- Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Enjoy Rome
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Rome
- Its from-price is 13% below the median of the 610 city tours we list in Rome.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Rome
Rome layers nearly three thousand years of history into one walkable city, from the Colosseum and Forum to Baroque piazzas and Vatican art.
Ancient Rome is still in plain sight. The Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill sit together at the city's heart, the Pantheon still stands with its open oculus, and fragments of temples and aqueducts turn up between apartment blocks. Across the Tiber, Vatican City holds St Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling.
Top-ranked sights in Rome: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel.
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