Description
Explore the hidden treasures of Rome on this 2-hour private tour with your personal guide to see 3 of the most beautiful churches in the Eternal City: Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, Santa Prassede and Santa Pudenziana.Meet your guide at Santa Maria Maggiore, a papal basilica and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the well-preserved mosaics from the Roman era, the chapels of Pope Sixtus V and Pope Paul V, paintings by the great Raphael and Michelangelo, relics from the medieval era, and many more historic pieces. Next head to Santa Prassede where you can see more breathtaking mosaics and artworks including what is a segment of the pillar where Jesus was flogged. To end, visit Santa Pudenziana, a 4th century church believed to be the oldest Christian temple in Rome. It's home to the oldest mosaic apse in the city and it represents Christ surrounded by his Apostles. Learn about historical Christian art and architecture together with your knowledgeable, local guide on this unique tour!
