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Rome Basilica of Saint Mary Major Audioguide

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  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Rome’s Basilica of Saint Mary Major with a multilingual audioguide, and add a Dome visit for panoramic city views.

About this tour

Step inside Rome’s Basilica of Saint Mary Major, a landmark where centuries of art, faith, and history meet. Set on Esquiline Hill, this Papal Basilica welcomes you to explore at your own pace with an official audioguide available in five languages.

As you wander through the basilica, discover the Baptistery, the Holy Door, the Bernini family tomb, and an array of historic masterpieces. The site’s long-standing traditions include Christmas Eve Mass and its connection to papal journeys. Choose the optional Dome visit to climb above the city and take in panoramic views of Rome. Basilica entry itself is free; the Dome visit is available only with the selected add-on. Touristation staff welcome you at the meeting point in Piazza dell’Esquilino, and public transportation is available nearby.

Make time for Rome Basilica of Saint Mary Major and experience one of the city’s most meaningful historic interiors. Dress appropriately for entry, and bring ID for the audioguide.

Highlights

  • Explore one of Rome’s four Papal Basilicas with an official audioguide
  • Admire the Bernini family tomb, Baptistery, Holy Door, and historic artworks
  • Add a Dome visit for sweeping views across Rome
  • Meet Touristation staff at Piazza dell’Esquilino

What's included

Included

  • Official audioguide in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish
  • Entry to the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major; entrance is free
  • Dome access and visit, only with the selected add-on
  • Welcome and assistance from Touristation staff at the meeting point in Piazza dell’Esquilino

Not included

  • Transportation to and from the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major
  • Access to the archaeological area beneath the basilica

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Important information

  • Basilica entry is free and does not require an entrance ticket
  • Observe the dress code: no shorts, vests, or sleeveless tops
  • Dome visit is not suitable for children under 7
  • Bring ID as a deposit for the audioguide
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • The visit is suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Is Basilica entry included?

Entry to the basilica is free and does not require an entrance ticket.

Is Dome access included?

Dome access is available only if you select that option.

What languages does the audioguide support?

The official audioguide is available in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish.

Is the Dome visit suitable for children?

For safety reasons, the Dome visit is not suitable for children under 7.

What should I bring and wear?

Bring ID as a deposit for the audioguide. Shorts, vests, and sleeveless tops are not permitted.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.89 from 27 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.8.

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