Discover the heart of Catholicism in Rome, the Eternal City, where centuries of faith and history converge. This comprehensive pilgrimage guide unveils Rome's most revered sacred sites and precious relics, offering an immersive spiritual experience for devout Catholics and curious travelers alike.
From the majestic St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City to Santuario della Madonna del Divino Amore, our itinerary leads you through Rome's rich religious landscape. Explore iconic churches like Santa Maria Maggiore and St. John Lateran, each steeped in theological significance and artistic splendor.
Witness awe-inspiring relics, including the Holy Stairs believed to have been climbed by Jesus during his Passion, and the tomb of St. Peter himself.
Whether you're seeking spiritual renewal, historical insights, or architectural marvels, this pilgrimage route offers a transformative journey through the cradle of Western Christianity. Prepare to walk in the footsteps of saints, popes, and martyrs as you explore the sacred heart of Rome, where every stone tells a story of faith, devotion, and divine inspiration.
From the majestic St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City to Santuario della Madonna del Divino Amore, our itinerary leads you through Rome's rich religious landscape. Explore iconic churches like Santa Maria Maggiore and St. John Lateran, each steeped in theological significance and artistic splendor.
Witness awe-inspiring relics, including the Holy Stairs believed to have been climbed by Jesus during his Passion, and the tomb of St. Peter himself.
Whether you're seeking spiritual renewal, historical insights, or architectural marvels, this pilgrimage route offers a transformative journey through the cradle of Western Christianity. Prepare to walk in the footsteps of saints, popes, and martyrs as you explore the sacred heart of Rome, where every stone tells a story of faith, devotion, and divine inspiration.
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Vatican Museums, Vatican City
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Start your Vatican tour at the extraordinary Vatican Museums, one of the most popular art museums in the world. A collection of 26 museums with tens of thousands of artworks and an incredible amount of masterpiece artworks, belonged to the Catholic Church and the Pope.
Gardens of Vatican City, Rome
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Splendid gardens, with a history that start at 1279 and 57 acres of green lawns, lovely plants, stately buildings, sculptures, fountains, and a calm atmosphere. Access to the Gardens is limited, therefore if you wish to visit, you must take the Vatican official tour. If you have more time to spend in the Vatican except for the absolute must, then visiting the alluring gardens is another fantastic option to explore and learn more about the Vatican City.
Sistine Chapel, Vatican City
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Named after Pope Sixtus IV, the Sistine Chapel is a masterpiece artwork from the 15th century. The amazing decoration of the Chapel's walls tells the stories of the false drapes, Moses, the Christ, and the popes' portraits. The worked carryout by brilliant artists as Pietro Perugino, Cosimo Rosselli, Domenico Ghirlandaio and Sandro Botticelli. At the beginning of the 16th century, Michelangelo added his touch and magic to the decoration and his ceiling painting is nothing but stunning. Do not miss the Sistine Chapel, one of the world's most wondrous artworks.
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
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St. Peter's Basilica or Basilica Papale di San Pietro is an imposing and exquisite Renaissance church in the Vatican. The church that was designed by Michelangelo, hosts wonderful artworks and is the largest church in the world. St. Peter's Basilica is also one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City
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A grand and glorious Baroque square in the heart of the Vatican, designed by the famous Italian sculpture and architect, Gian Lorenzo Bernini. St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro) is often used for religious events and ceremonies and overlooks St. Peter's Basilica. The square which has splendid fountains and an impressive Egyptian obelisk can host hundreds of thousands of visitors who came specially to see the Pope address to his followers.
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Apostolic Palace, Vatican City
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The Apostolic Palace is the official residence of the Pope. The imposing palace contains more than 1000 rooms and is not serving the Pope's needs but is also an administrative center of the Vatican and the Catholic Church.
Pantheon, Rome
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The Pantheon has extraordinary Classical architecture and stunning interior design. It was built by Agrippa from 25-27 BC as a temple and was originally dedicated to the 12 Roman Gods. The Pantheon underwent massive changes, so historians assumed, between 118 and 125 AD by Hadrian. However, the building itself is the only ancient Roman building that the wings of times did not harm. In 608 the temple becomes a church, Basilica of Santa Maria ad Martyres, by Pope Boniface IV. Among the people that the Pantheon is their last resting place you will find: the famous artist Raphael, the painter Annibale Carracci, the architect Baldassare Peruzzi, King Victor Emmanuel II, King Umberto I, and Queen Margherita of Savoy.
Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli, Rome
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An impressive Catholic church, which since 1545 contains the monumental masterpieces statue of Moses, by the brilliant Renaissance artist, Michelangelo.
Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome
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One of the four Papal churches in Rome together with St. Peter’s Basilica, San Paolo Fuori, and Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano. Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore is also one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Basilica of St Lawrence Outside the Walls, Rome
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San Lorenzo fuori le mura or Basilica of St Lawrence Outside the Walls is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Lawrence, who was one of Rome's Seven Deacons in the 3rd century. Except being another Papal Basilica, San Lorenzo fuori le mura is also one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, Rome
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Santa Croce in Gerusalemme contained what is believed to be relics of the True Cross that Saint Helena, the mother of the Roman emperor Constantine the Great, brought from the Holy Land to Rome. Located near the Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, Rome
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The Archbasilica of St John Lateran in Rome was built in the early of the 4th century, in the days of the Roman Emperor, Constantine the Great. Although the church was damaged and re-built in a baroque style, it is considered the oldest church structure in Rome. The church's importance is also due to the fact it was the Popes' residence and since it is one of the four Papal churches in Rome together with St. Peter’s Basilica, San Paolo Fuori, and Santa Maria Maggiore. Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano is also one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura, Rome
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The Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls is one of the four Papal churches in Rome together with St. Peter’s Basilica, Santa Maria Maggiore, and Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano. Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura is also one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Santuario della Madonna del Divino Amore, Rome
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Santuario della Madonna del Divino Amore (Shrine of Our Lady of Divine Love), is an impressive Roman Catholic place of worship. The shrine is dedicated to the Madonna, Jesus's mother, Mary, and includes two churches. Santuario della Madonna del Divino Amore is also one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
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Comfortable shoes
Be prepared for walking and queuing. Bring comfortable shoes so you will be able to see Rome and the Vatican in the best possible way.
Dress code
Please be aware of the dress code at the churches, modest clothes are recommended.
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