Santa Maria Maggiore Upper Areas Open Time Skip the Line ticket

Overview

Visit the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore at your convenience according to the opening hours without waiting in line, with our flexible and priority skip-the-line and open-time ticket which includes the special access to the Upper Areas of the Basilica. While you may be asked to select a specific time slot during booking, you are free to visit the Basilica at any time on your chosen date — before or after the chosen time during reservation, or whenever it suits you during the day! PLEASE SEE BELOW THE BASILICA OPENING HOURS: °Monday - Saturday : 08:00AM-06:30PM °Sundays: 12:30PM-05:30PM (The Basilica will be open in the morning for the Holy Mass, and access during the service is free) WE KINDLY REMIND YOU THAT ON SUNDAYS ACCESS TO THE UPPER AREAS WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLY AT TWO SPECIFIC TIMES: EXACTLY AT 1:30 PM AND AT 3:00 PM. Please arrive at the desk at least 10 minutes before 1.30 pm or 3.30 pm to collect your tickets for access to the upper areas of the Basilica.

What's included

• ✓ON SUNDAYS ACCESS TO THE UPPER AREAS WILL BE AVAILABLE EXACTLY ONLY AT 1:30 PM AND AT 3:00 PM.
• ✓Open time tickets - you can go at any time during your chosen date!
• ✓SKIP THE LINE AND OPEN TIME TICKET
• ✓Entrance at any time during the opening hours
• ✓Skip the line and enjoy a flexible visit to the upper areas of Santa Maria Maggiore!
• ✓SPECIAL AND PRIORITY ACCESS TO THE UPPER AREAS OF THE BASILICA

• ✕PICK UP, GUIDED TOUR

What you'll do

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   Discover the Hidden Treasures of Santa Maria Maggiore's Upper Areas. Step into one of Rome’s most revered basilicas and be captivated by its extraordinary beauty. From the Loggia of Blessings, admire the stunning medieval mosaics by Filippo Rusuti and enjoy panoramic views of the historic square below, rich in stories of the Basilica's miraculous foundation. Walk through the splendid Hall of the Popes, a gallery showcasing portraits and memorabilia linked to Popes, Cardinals, and the Spanish monarchy. Then, ascend the graceful Bernini Staircase, a travertine spiral symbolizing spiritual ascent. Finish your visit at the Liberian Historical Museum, where priceless artworks, rare musical manuscripts, and sacred artifacts tell the Basilica’s rich cultural and spiritual history. A fascinating journey through art, history, and faith, to explore at your own pace. With priority access to the Papal Basilica, enjoy the flexibility of visiting at any time during the day.

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• *PLEASE SEE BELOW THE BASILICA OPENING HOURS*
• °°° Monday - Saturday : 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM °°°Sunday : 12:30 PM - 05:30 PM
• ON SUNDAYS ACCESS TO THE UPPER AREAS WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLY AT TWO SPECIFIC TIMES: EXACTLY AT 1:30 PM AND EXACTLY AT 3:00 PM.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.