Rome Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Skip-the-line Tickets

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Skip the line - Do not wait in line at the entrance

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Discover one of Rome's four papal basilicas at your own pace with this skip-the-line entrance ticket. The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a jewel of Christian art, opens the doors to its normally restricted upper areas for you to explore its spiritual, artistic and historical legacy.

With this flexible entrance, you can enter at any time of the day, within the opening hours, avoiding long waits. Walk through the Loggia of Blessings with its impressive medieval mosaics, the Hall of the Popes and Bernini's elegant spiral staircase, a symbol of spiritual elevation.

  • Gain skip-the-line access to one of Rome's most important basilicas.
  • Admire the mosaics and views from the upper areas, at your leisure.
  • Enjoy flexible entry: go at the time of your choice.

What’s included

  • Queue-free entrance to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
  • Special access to the upper areas of the temple
  • Ticket valid for the whole booked day (free time)

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Step by Step

Immerse yourself in centuries of history and spirituality with this priority-access ticket to the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, one of Rome's most emblematic temples. This skip-the-line ticket allows you to enjoy a visit at your own pace, with no time restrictions during your chosen day.

Explore the upper areas of the basilica, spaces normally off-limits to the general public. The Loggia of Blessings, decorated with extraordinary 13th century mosaics, offers not only dazzling art, but also a panoramic view of Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore.

Walk through the majestic Hall of the Popes, a gallery steeped in symbolism and history, paying homage to pontiffs, cardinals and historical links to the Spanish monarchy. Next, ascend the refined spiral staircase designed by Bernini, a masterpiece in itself.

Your tour ends at the Liberian Historical Museum, which houses rare musical manuscripts, sacred objects and sacred art that tell the story of the centuries in this place of devotion and beauty. The entire tour is self-guided, ideal for adapting to your pace and interests.

Thanks to this flexible pass, you can start your experience at any time during opening hours, making it an ideal activity to combine with other plans in Rome.

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