--- title: Tour of the Papal Basilicas of Rome lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 140 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 48 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 49 of 138 (Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/tour-of-the-papal-basilicas-of-rome/ --- # Tour of the Papal Basilicas of Rome **Guidekin's take:** All four papal basilicas in one day, St Peter's, St John Lateran, St Paul Outside the Walls and St Mary Major, linked by minivan with a guide for the whole route, rated 4.94 across 48 reviews. Transport, entrances and guide are included at €140 per person, tips are not. Cover shoulders and knees for every church. In our comparison: #49 of 138 in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview A tour of the four Papal Basilicas of Rome is a spiritual and cultural journey through the holiest places in Christianity. This special itinerary allows you to visit St. Peter's in the Vatican, St. John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls and St. Mary Major, each with its own unique history, architecture and religious significance. This tour is a deep experience that combines art, faith and history, ideal for those who want to live a meaningful experience crossing the symbolic places of Roman spirituality. ## Before you book - Meeting point: You will find your assistant waiting for… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €140 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 48 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Mamma Mia Italia - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-20 ## Reviews 4.94 from 48 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 47 of 48. - 5 stars: 46 (96%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise clear explanations and comfortable transport; access or scheduling issues can disrupt planned basilica visits. **Praised:** - Clear explanations of basilica history, architecture and religious significance - Friendly guides who answer questions and adapt to travellers' interests - Comfortable transport between basilicas with attentive, helpful drivers - Considerate pacing with time for questions and independent exploring **Complaints:** - Planned basilica visits have required changes because of access or scheduling issues Written by Guidekin from the 45 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-08-21 to 2026-08-31); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Transport by minivan to reach the 4 papal basilicas - Entrance to the Papal Basilicas - Driver - Assistance during the visit of the Papal Basilicas - Tour guide for the entire duration of the experience ## Not included - Tips ## Itinerary 1. **St. Peter's Basilica** (45m; admission included) - , located in the Vatican, is one of the most important places of worship in the Christian world. Built between the 16th and 17th centuries, it stands on the site where, according to tradition, the Apostle Peter was buried. Designed by great artists such as Bramante,... 2. **Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore** (45m; admission included) - The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, located in Rome, is one of the four papal basilicas and the most important dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Founded in the fifth century, it is famous for its beautiful early Christian mosaics, gilded coffered ceiling and majestic central... 3. **Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano** (45m; admission included) - The Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano is the cathedral of Rome and the oldest of the four papal basilicas. Founded in the fourth century by Constantine, it is considered the "mother of all the churches in the world". Located on the Lateran Hill, it was for centuries the... 4. **Basilica Papale Di San Paolo Fuori le Mura** (45m; admission included) - The Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, located along the Via Ostiense in Rome, is one of the four papal basilicas and stands on the site where the Apostle Paul was buried. Founded in the fourth century by Emperor Constantine, it was rebuilt after a fire in 1823,... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Thu, Sat - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point You will find your assistant waiting for you in front of Caffè Rossetti in Piazza Pio XII, 4. The meeting point may vary depending on the availability of access to the Papal Basilicas. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ11UUrGdgLxMRnfCnLm_m7hY Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #49 of 138** | €140 | 5h | 4.94 (48) | shared | | [Private Vatican Highlights Guided Tour with Sistine Chapel](/italy/rome/tours/private-vatican-highlights-guided-tour-with-sistine-chapel/?format=md) | €250 | 3h 15m | 4.99 (1713) | private | | [Rome: Complete Early Morning Vatican Tour / Small Group](/italy/rome/tours/rome-complete-early-morning-vatican-tour-small-group/?format=md) | €99 | 3h 30m | 4.94 (2821) | shared | | [Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/express-early-morning-sistine-chapel-tour-with-max-6-people/?format=md) | €148 | 2h | 4.98 (513) | shared | Ranked #49 of 138 in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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