Christian Rome Tour: Pope Francis Tomb & Papal Basilicas
Overview
Explore three Major Vatican Basilicas and Holy Doors on this 3-hour tour with transfers. Save yourself hours of walking and join us on this guided tour of Santa Maria Maggiore, Saint Paul Outside the Walls, and Saint John in Lateran. Three Vatican Basilicas outside the Vatican.
During this tour, you will also discover unique Christian Relics, stunning works of art, the throne of Pope Francis, and the Holy Doors that only the Pope can open during the Jubilee year.
At each stop, you will also have free time to take photos, to visit the gift shop, and to rest.
What's Included
- Visit the resting place of Pope Francis.
- Experienced guide and a small group of like-minded travelers make this tour unique.
- To make communication easier, you will receive the name and number of your guide, the night before.
- Gratuities are not mandatory, however are very much appreciated.
Meeting Location
Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
00100 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Giovanni In Laterano
00184 Roma RM, Italy
The tour ends at the third venue – Saint John in Lateran.
What To Expect
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Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura
50 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
50 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Attention! The Holy Doors will be open until December 27, 2025.
- On rare occasions, we may have to change the order in which we visit the basilicas.
- Please wait for your guide in the center of the square and NOT INSIDE THE BASILICA.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Visit the resting place of Pope Francis.
- Experienced guide and a small group of like-minded travelers make this tour unique.
- To make communication easier, you will receive the name and number of your guide, the night before.
- Gratuities are not mandatory, however are very much appreciated.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christian Rome Tour: Pope Francis Tomb & Papal Basilicas is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christian Rome Tour: Pope Francis Tomb & Papal Basilicas will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Visit the resting place of Pope Francis.
- Experienced guide and a small group of like-minded travelers make this tour unique.
- To make communication easier, you will receive the name and number of your guide, the night before.
- Gratuities are not mandatory, however are very much appreciated.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Attention! The Holy Doors will be open until December 27, 2025.
- On rare occasions, we may have to change the order in which we visit the basilicas.
- Please wait for your guide in the center of the square and NOT INSIDE THE BASILICA.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
