• Santa Maria Maggiore - Loggia Mosaics
  Hall of the Popes
  Rooftop Terraces
  Bernini’s Staircase
  Icon of the Salus Populi Romani
  Paulina Bonaparte’s Tomb
  Bernini’s Tomb
  Relics of the Manger and Saint Jerome

• Bernini’s Tomb
• Mosaics and Ceiling
• Exclusive Small Group of 6 people
• Loggia Mosaics
• Special Access after public closure
• Highlights of the Basilica
• Hall of the Popes
• Relics of the Manger and Saint Jerome
• Sistine Chapel
• Bernini’s Staircase
• Rooftop Terraces
• Paulina Bonaparte’s Tomb
• Top rated Expert Guide
• Icon of the Salus Populi Romani
• Borghese Chapel

Embark on an exclusive after-hours exploration of Santa Maria Maggiore, a treasured papal basilica in Rome. Gain unique access to areas usually closed to the public, such as Bernini’s spiral staircase, the Loggia adorned with golden mosaics, the Hall of the Popes, and rooftop terraces that offer sweeping views of Rome’s skyline and the basilica’s impressive 275-foot bell tower.

Inside, encounter the sacred Holy Door, the esteemed Manger relics housed in a crystal reliquary beneath the altar, papal tombs, and a gilded ceiling made with gold from the New World. Marvel at stunning mosaics from the 5th and 14th centuries, depicting Mary as the Queen of Heaven.

This exclusive tour offers a unique chance to explore one of Rome’s most iconic churches, away from the crowds and bathed in tranquil, nighttime beauty.

• The tour is wheelchair accessible, but not for all places during the tour. There is an elevator to the Loggia level but nothing to the Terrace level. There is partial accessibility—a person in a wheelchair could visit the Basilica main level, the Loggia, and the Room of the Popes but could not access the terrace level at all. They would experience the “alone” feeling of the Basilica but would have to wait while the rest of the tour went to the terrace level.
• Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
• Please note: For safety reasons, children under 7 years old are not permitted on the terraces, and therefore, we are unable to accept bookings for guests with children under 7 years old. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
• The minimum number required is 2 travelers.

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