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Christian Rome Tour: Pope Francis Tomb & Papal Basilicas

4.7 · 185 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by E & D Guided Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:00, 14:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The other Vatican: the three papal basilicas outside the walls, Santa Maria Maggiore with the tomb of Pope Francis, St Paul Outside the Walls and St John Lateran, with transfers between them so you are not crossing Rome on foot.

Guide and transport are included at €136 per person, tips are not. Fully wheelchair accessible.

In our comparison: #98 of 138 in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €136 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Visit the resting place of Pope Francis.
  • To make communication easier, you will receive the name and number of your guide, the night before.
  • Experienced guide and a small group of like-minded travelers make this tour unique.
  • Gratuities are not mandatory, however are very much appreciated.

Children from €111 (ages 3 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 12 September 2026.

Reviews

4.7
185 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 173 of 185

Star breakdown of all 185 ratings

5 stars
162 · 88%
4 stars
11 · 6%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
2 · 1%
1 star
8 · 4%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the basilica explanations and convenient transfers, but some want more time inside the churches.

Praised

  • Detailed explanations of basilica history, art and relics
  • Comfortable van transfers that reduce walking between basilicas
  • Free time to explore, take photographs or pray inside the basilicas
  • Small groups that make interaction with the guide easier

Complaints

  • Some have time to explore, while others find the basilica visits rushed
  • Missing headsets make the guide difficult to hear inside the churches
  • Some get detailed explanations, while others receive little guidance inside the basilicas
  • Having to arrange their own return transport after the tour

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (10 September 2025 to 25 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet your guide outside the basilica! In the center of the Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, near the fountain. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00, 14:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour ends at the third venue – Saint John in Lateran.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
E & D Guided Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

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.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers OK
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Children from €111 ages 3 to 15

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #98 of 138€1363h4.71 (185)shared
Private Vatican Highlights Guided Tour with Sistine Chapel€2503h 15m4.99 (1713)private
Rome: Complete Early Morning Vatican Tour | Small Group€993h 30m4.94 (2821)shared
Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People€1482h4.98 (513)shared

Ranked #98 of 138 in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €4913, median €136; typical length 3h. 57 of 138 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 138 Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours

From €136 per adult