Rome 7 Churches Private Tour
Focus
What makes this tour Special
What to Expect
PRIVATE TOUR
Enjoy your tour with your own private tour expert at your party's disposal only
DURATION
8 hours
START TIME
09:00
PRIVATE DRIVER
Meet&Greet at your hotel/accomodation. Private Driver included throughout the tour
NOT AVAILABLE
Monday, Sunday
ENTRANCE TICKETS
Entrance tickets are included! Enjoy your tour!
WHEELCHAIRS
Wheelchairs may need to take a slightly alternative path through the city center.
- Official Private Guide
- Private Car and Driver at your disposal
- Tickets to San Sebastiano's Catacombs (Guided Group Tour)
- Food & Drinks
- Inside visit to St. Peter's Basilica
Sites you’ll visit
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Santa Maria Maggiore
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San Lorenzo Fuori le Mura
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Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
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San Giovanni in Laterano
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San Sebastiano Fuori le Mura
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San Sebastiano's Catacombs
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San Paolo fuori le Mura
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St. Peter's Basilica
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One of only 4 Major Basilicas of Rome and the largest dedicated to Saint Mary was built between 422-432 under the instruction of Pope Celestine the first. The mesmerizing mosaics covering the triumphal arch and nave gave a model for future representations of the Virgin Mary.
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San Lorenzo fuori le Mura is one of Rome’s ancient basilicas, built in honor of St. Lawrence, a Christian martyr. Known for its serene atmosphere and stunning mosaics, the basilica houses the saint’s relics and offers a glimpse into Rome's early Christian heritage. Located outside the city walls, this peaceful site is rich in history, art, and spiritual significance.
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Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is a revered basilica in Rome, known for housing relics of the True Cross brought from Jerusalem. This historic church offers visitors a profound spiritual experience, with its quiet chapels and ancient artifacts, including fragments of the Holy Cross, adding to its deeply sacred atmosphere.
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The official headquarters of the Pope. The famous church is topped with impressive statues along the outer face and full of beauty inside. The main walls are covered in beautiful frescos from the Renaissance age and the main nave, restored four centuries ago, will leave you in awe! It is one of the oldest churches of Rome, but the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano is something more: a real artistic jewel.
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San Sebastiano fuori le Mura is a historic basilica located along the ancient Appian Way. Dedicated to Saint Sebastian, an early Christian martyr, this church features beautiful architecture and ancient relics. Its serene atmosphere and remarkable mosaics make it a meaningful stop for pilgrims and visitors alike.
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The Catacombs of San Sebastiano are among the oldest Christian burial sites in Rome, located beneath the Basilica of San Sebastiano. These underground tunnels hold centuries-old tombs, inscriptions, and symbols of early Christian faith. Accompanied by a guide, visitors can explore this fascinating subterranean world and gain insight into Rome's early Christian history and burial traditions.
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The Basilica of Saint Paul outside the Walls testifies the history of the Holy Church in Rome. The main altar, surmounted by a stunning Gothic canopy, treasures the mortal remains of St Paul, who was buried here. The giant basilica was built as early as the V century AD and features original Roman columns, a great mosaic from the Middle Age, but also the portraits of all the Popes in history, including the last ones: Pope Francis and Pope Benedict XVI.
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Sunlight streaming through high windows, the weight of Michelangelo’s dome above, Bernini’s marble unfolding in sweeping curves—St. Peter’s Basilica overwhelms yet elevates. Private tours refine this immensity into an experience attuned to elegance and meaning.
Tour description
Some journeys speak to curiosity, others to faith. This Rome 7 Churches Private Tour is designed as a true pilgrimage, following a centuries-old devotional route through the Eternal City while offering the comfort of a private driver and the guidance of a dedicated private guide. It is an experience created for those who wish to connect deeply with Rome’s spiritual heritage, without distraction or haste.
Your day begins with a private pick-up from your hotel, allowing you to focus fully on the meaning of the journey ahead. From the very first stop, the rhythm is calm and reflective, in keeping with the sacred nature of the pilgrimage.
The pilgrimage opens at Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome’s most important Marian basilicas. Inside, early Christian mosaics shimmer in gold and color, telling stories of faith that have inspired pilgrims for centuries. Your guide helps you read these images, placing them within their historical and spiritual context.
From here, you travel to San Lorenzo fuori le Mura, a basilica deeply connected to martyrdom and devotion, built near the resting place of Saint Lawrence. The atmosphere is quiet and contemplative, offering space for reflection before continuing along the traditional route.
The next stop is Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, one of the most spiritually charged churches in Rome. According to tradition, this basilica preserves relics of the True Cross brought from the Holy Land. Your guide explains the significance of these relics and their role in Christian devotion across the centuries.
The pilgrimage then reaches San Giovanni in Laterano, the cathedral of Rome and the official seat of the Pope as Bishop of Rome. Often called the “Mother of all Churches,” this basilica represents the spiritual authority of Christianity in the city. Walking through its monumental interior is a powerful moment within the journey.
From the city center, you continue to San Sebastiano fuori le Mura, located along the ancient Appian Way. Here, you take part in a guided group visit of the Catacombs of San Sebastiano, descending into early Christian burial chambers carved beneath the earth. This visit offers a moving encounter with the origins of Christian faith and the perseverance of early believers.
The pilgrimage proceeds to San Paolo fuori le Mura, an immense basilica built over the tomb of Saint Paul. Its vast interior and solemn atmosphere make it one of the most significant stops of the day, drawing pilgrims from all over the world.
The journey concludes at St. Peter’s Basilica, the spiritual heart of Christianity. Standing in St. Peter’s Square, embraced by Bernini’s colonnade, you admire the exterior of the basilica and reflect on the path you have followed. It is a powerful and symbolic ending to a day devoted to faith, history, and spiritual connection.
This private Seven Churches pilgrimage in Rome offers a meaningful and well-paced experience, combining tradition, devotion, and comfort. It is an opportunity to follow a sacred path that has guided pilgrims for centuries, discovering Rome not only as a city of monuments, but as a living center of faith.
Useful information
- St. Peter's Basilica will be visited from outside.
- Pick-up is included only for guests staying within the Aurelian Walls
Full Refund Cancellation Policy
The policies are included and non-optional.
- Dolce Vita policy is applied on all Standard Bookings placed more than 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms up to 72 hours from the date of the event for any reason. To apply for a refund including where your tour is cancelled or changed by Eyes of Rome®, please contact our customer service team at info@eyesofrome.com.
- Peace of Mind policy is applied on Selected Bookings and on all Bookings placed within 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the booking confirmation email you received after payment.
