Rome Walking Tour of Holy Sites: Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, San Giovanni in Laterano and Scala Santa
Description
Discover hidden gems of Rome on this 2-hour tour to the Cathedral of Rome in San Giovanni, the oldest church in the city, the Holy Steps, and the Basilica of the Holy Cross.
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The Scala Santa is the ladder ascended by Jesus to reach the classroom where he was subjected to the interrogation of Pontius Pilate before the crucifixion.
This church was built starting from the fourth century in the place where were the buildings of Sant'Elena, the mother of Emperor Constantine
It is the first of the four major papal basilicas and the oldest and most important Western basilica
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Food and drinks are not allowed in the churches, except for water
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
Reviews(23)
Max was amazing!!! He was so knowledgeable and friendly from start to finish!! He is so intelligent and gave us so many fun facts that made our day exploring such an unforgettable memory! Max was the absolute best!!!!
Our guide, Sara, was excellent. The tour company needs to communicate with the guide because we were at the obelisk, but our guide was at the entrance. We were both early for the tour, but didn't meet up until 5 minutes after tour time. I had to call the tour company thinking that we had been stood up. Also, the communication ahead of time needs to better. Many tour companies send info out the day before confirming the trip or the guide reaches out to you directly in case there are any meet up issues. If the tour company had done that, we could have reached out to the guide or she could have reached out to us so we could start the tour. That being said, Sara was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable. While the tour did not state that we would climb the holy stairs, there wasn't a line and we were able to do it. I give the tour and Sara 5 stars.
Great religious experience! We went up the Scala Santa wearing knee pads. It was a sincere experience that my wife and I shared together with Christ.
There were great sculptures of the 12 decibels! There was a very large area for praying only and no photos! It was very good and the line was short!
Walking on foot in Rome, visiting the most important basilicas, since the Holy Jubilee 2025 has just begun, from St. Peter to St. John St. Mary Major, is to finish St. Paul , the four holy doors that His Holiness will continue to open until January 6, 2025. You can visit them quietly with city transport in a single day. I recommend it
Tomasso was a terrific tour guide! He was very knowledgable about the history of the churches and all of the significant artifacts in each one. It was a very special tour and he took his time to make sure we saw it all. We never felt rushed and walked away feeling really wowed by the whole thing. I would highly recommend this tour and Tomasso as the tour guide!
An inspiring and educational walking tour with Francesco, who certainly was well versed in the art, history, and religious significance of the several magnificent churches and cathedrals that we visited. He was engaging and always ready to discuss a wide range of topics that made the well-spent time pass quickly.
Good guide learned a lot of really interesting stuff about the churches. Would recommend to a friend.
This was hands down one of the best tours we have done in our two visits to Rome!!!! This is a must do for anyone coming to see not just the tourist sites but also traveling as a faithful Christian seeking out a closer experience to Christ and His church. Giorgio M was such a wonderful guide! He answered all of our questions, was patient, extremely knowledgeable and genuinely seemed to enjoy giving us the tour. DO NOT skip the last stop as the guide said many people do. Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme displays for veneration and reflection the relics of Christ’s Passion. It is beautiful and extremely moving.
What an amazing experience!!! Our tour guide’s name was Bruno. We had several tours over the last couple of weeks. His was our favorite! He was extremely knowledgeable, patient and kind. He waited while I prayed on the Holy Steps and at the Holy Cross. He showed us several different sites, our favorites were The Holy Steps, The Cathedral of St. John, and The Church of the Holy Cross. It was not just educational but a very spiritual experience!
