
Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch
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Is Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch worth booking?
Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch is a 3-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $59 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Discover the beauty and history of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, one of Rome's oldest and most important churches, with a self-guided visit including an audio guide, access to the Basilica, and its Museum Areas
What you get
- Entrance to Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
- Radios
- Lunch
About this experience
Discover the beauty and history of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, one of Rome's oldest and most important churches, with a self-guided visit including an audio guide, access to the Basilica, and its Museum Areas. Explore the magnificent nave, admire 5th-century mosaics, the coffered ceiling, the Sistine and Pauline Chapels, the revered Salus Populi Romani, the relics of the Holy Cradle, and the tombs of Pope Francis and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Continue through the Museum Areas, including the Loggia of the Blessings, the Hall of the Popes, Bernini's Spiral Staircase, and the Liberian Museum, home to priceless sacred treasures. Before leaving, admire the Holy Door and the mosaics depicting the Miracle of the Snow. Complete your experience with a traditional Roman tasting lunch at Ristorante La Gallina Bianca, featuring a supplì, a trio of carbonara, artisanal gelato, water, and your choice of a glass of wine or beer.
What's included
Included
- Entrance to Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
- Radios
- Lunch
Not included
- Access to Panoramic Terraces
- Licensed guide
What you'll see and do
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Self-guided tour of the Basilica and Museum Areas with an audio guide.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy a traditional Roman tasting lunch featuring authentic local specialties.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
Travellers will meet the staff in front of the Basilica who will welcome them with the Flag indicating the company logo.
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
- de, en, it, pl, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Maxel Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for wheelchair users
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $59 to $69
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $59 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 Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch?
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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 Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch?
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Around 0 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rome : Basilica of St. Mary Major, Museum with Audio Guide & Lunch 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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