
Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius
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Is Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius worth booking?
Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius is a 1.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $139 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $139 per person
Did you know that the current Pope, Pope Francis, is the first Jesuit Pope in the world? Take a memorable tour of two of the most important Jesuit churches in the World, and learn more about the Jesuits and their art!
What you get
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Professional art historian guide
About this experience
Did you know that the current Pope, Pope Francis, is the first Jesuit Pope in the world? Take a memorable tour of two of the most important Jesuit churches in the World, and learn more about the Jesuits and their art! Our Private 1.5 hour Jesuit Tour will let you discover the outstanding treasures of the " Church of the Gesù" the mother church of the Society of Jesus founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. You will not miss St. Ignatius' tomb beautifully decorated by Andrea Pozzo. The tour will include also the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola located in Campus and its wonderful vault and dome painted by Andrea Pozzo: two amazing optical illusions! This is a perfect tour for those who want to learn more about the Jesuit order, enjoy the artistic treasures made by Jesuit artists and, last but not least, take a short and too not tiring tour after a long day in Rome.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Professional art historian guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Piazza Sant'Ignazio
You will meet your guide just outside St. Ignatius Church in Piazza Sant'Ignazio, an authentic example of Baroque Square, and your adventure will start.
10 minutes here
Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola
You will visit St. Ignatius Church with its incredible optical illusions created by the Jesuit Artist Andrea Pozzo. That the only church in Rome with a fake 3D-vault just painted on the ceiling.
40 minutes here
Chiesa Del Gesu
After St. Ignatius you will take a stroll - less than 10 minutes walking - to the mother church of the Jesuit Society: the Chiesa del Gesù. Consacrated in 1584 became a model of church to be exported all over the world. Inside you will enjoy the beauty of this late Baroque church and its frescoes painted by the great artists of that time. You will also see the impressive tomb of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
40 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
Departure Point: Piazza Sant'Ignazio, just in front of St. Ignatius Church Return point: Chiesa del Gesù
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alessandra Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Basilica st Ignazio ceiling incredible!
What an incredible underrated experience! The ceiling of the basilica st ignazio is an absolutely incredible piece of art by Andrea Pozzo. It’s so beautiful. You can spend ages just looking up at it. The sculpture and other art in the church are amazing too
via Tripadvisor
A perfect tour at the end of our trip!
Our daughter had visited Chiesa del Gesù and insisted we see it. This tour coupled it with another Jesuit church, St. Ignatius of Loyola. Neither disappointed! Jesuit artist Andrea Pozzo’s perspective skillfulness and trompe-l’oeil techniques are exceptional. Our guide was informative and described the techniques used, making sure we saw the tricks employed from several different places to appreciate the effect.
via Viator
Worth the hike - Beautiful Basilica and Michelangelo's Moses
1-26 Church of St Peter in Chains to see Michelangelo’s Moses Although we felt like we climbed a zillion steps to reach it, we were happy to visit the Church of Saint Peter in Chains on the Esquiline Hill, to see Michelangelo’s Moses. The church is stunning, the stonework amazing, and the statue of Moses and its surround are exquisite. So worth the hike. The basilica originally was dedicated to the apostles, but the popularity of the ‘cult of the chains’ that arose after the supposed chains that bound Peter during his captivity in Jerusalem (kept in a casket) were brought to the church.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $139 to $499
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius cost?
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Prices start at $139 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Jesuit Art Treasures in Rome Guided Tour including Church of Gesù & St Ignatius start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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