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Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour
Saturday, July 18, 2026 · 10:30 AM
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Basilica of Santa Maria MaggiorePapal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome, Italy
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The Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major has dominated the city of Rome for almost sixteen entire centuries. On this Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Guided Tour you'll get the details on its fascinating history as you explore its cracks and crevices with an expert guide.
Discover how it was built after Pope Liberius had a vivid dream in which the Blessed Virgin appeared and suggested the place where the church was to be built. Talk about dreams coming true!
See the various particularities inside that make the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore unique: the mosaics of the nave and apse; the numerous chapels, the High Altar and the Relic of the Holy Cradle.
Discover how it was built after Pope Liberius had a vivid dream in which the Blessed Virgin appeared and suggested the place where the church was to be built. Talk about dreams coming true!
See the various particularities inside that make the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore unique: the mosaics of the nave and apse; the numerous chapels, the High Altar and the Relic of the Holy Cradle.
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When is Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour?
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour takes place on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome.
Where is Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour taking place?
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour is held at Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome, Italy.
How much are tickets for Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore: Guided Tour?
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