Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Rome, Italy
It holds the status of one of the four papal major basilicas, unlike the Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli, which is a minor basilica.
One of the four papal major basilicas of Rome, located on the Esquiline Hill. It was built in the 5th century and is the oldest church dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary in Rome. The basilica's interior captivates with mosaics from the 5th century and the medieval period. It also features a Baroque baldachin and valuable relics. It is an important pilgrimage site and an example of early Christian art.
- Visit time: 1 h 15 min
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 07:00–19:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Website: basilicasantamariamaggiore.va
How long does it take to visit Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore?
Plan about 1 h 15 min.
Nearby
- Basilica di Santa Pudenziana al Viminale — 270 m
- Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli — 610 m
- BrewDog Roma — 790 m
- Quattro Fontane — 800 m
- Teatro Eliseo — 820 m
- Alle Carrette — 900 m
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