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Rome Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

AverageTop 48% in Rome

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  • Rome, Italy
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Rome’s Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls with a private guide, from its mosaics and bronze doors to its archaeological remains.

About this tour

Step into nearly 1,700 years of history at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, one of Rome’s Four Major Papal Basilicas and an important Christian pilgrimage site. On this private Rome Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls tour, an expert guide brings the sacred setting and its art to life.

Explore the basilica’s interior, where papal portraits and frescoes frame the story of Saint Paul. Admire the façade mosaic, the bronze statue of the apostle, and the bronze Central Door and Holy Door. You’ll also see Arnolfo di Cambio’s Gothic ciborium and the Triumphal Arch, then visit the Quadriportico, cloister, and archaeological area. The remains here include traces of a monastery dating from the 5th to 7th centuries and a portico once described as connecting the Aurelian Walls with the ancient basilica.

With a private guide, you can focus on the details and stories that interest you most. Discover this remarkable landmark on a Rome Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls tour.

Highlights

  • Admire the basilica’s papal portraits, frescoes, and façade mosaic
  • See Arnolfo di Cambio’s Gothic ciborium and the Triumphal Arch
  • View the bronze statue of Saint Paul, Central Door, and Holy Door
  • Explore the Quadriportico, cloister, and archaeological area
  • Hear the story of the basilica and its remarkable history

What's included

Included

  • Private tour of the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls
  • Expert private guide
  • Tour of the basilica interior, including papal portraits and frescoes
  • View of Arnolfo di Cambio’s Gothic ciborium and the Triumphal Arch
  • Explanation of the façade mosaic
  • View of the bronze statue of Saint Paul
  • View of the bronze Central Door and Holy Door
  • Visit to the Quadriportico, cloister, and archaeological area

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Important information

  • Meet at the public fountain near the basilica entrance, Piazzale San Paolo, 1, 00146 Rome; look for the guide holding a sign with your name
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation is available nearby

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1. Top 48% in Rome means it ranks in the top 48% of tours in Rome by this score.

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