Churches of Rome: A Tour of Sacred Beauty
Churches of Rome: A Tour of Sacred Beauty
Churches of Rome: A Tour of Sacred Beauty
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Rome is deeply intertwined with Catholic faith and history, home to over 900 churches. While it’s impossible to visit them all, our walking tour is the perfect way to start uncovering these stunning treasures.
Join us on a relaxed yet immersive walking tour where you’ll discover some of Rome’s most beautiful churches that many visitors miss. You’ll explore Church of St. Louis of the French, home to priceless Caravaggio masterpieces, and Chiesa di Sant'Agnese in Agone, a gem of Baroque architecture.
From the stunning dome of Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola to the awe-inspiring Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle, this tour takes you beyond the typical landmarks. You’ll also visit the charming Chiesa di Santa Maria di Loreto, nestled in the heart of Rome.
Your professional guide will reveal how these churches played a vital role in shaping Rome's art, culture, religion, and architecture. Plus, enjoy a relaxing stop for an authentic Italian coffee to soak in the atmosphere of Rome.
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Church of St. Louis of the French
25 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe Church of St. Louis of the French is a Roman Catholic Church not far from Piazza Navona. The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, to St. Denis the Areopagite and St. Louis IX, king of France. It is the national church in Rome of France.Chiesa di Sant'Agnese in Agone
20 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedSant'Agnese in Agone is a 17th-century Baroque church. It faces onto the Piazza Navona, one of the main urban spaces in the historic centre of the city and the site where the Early Christian Saint Agnes was martyred in the ancient Stadium of Domitian. As well as religious services, the church hosts regular classical concerts in the Borromini Sacristy, from sacred Baroque works to chamber music and operas.Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe Church of St. Ignatius is dedicated to the founder of the Society of Jesus .It houses the Fake Dome and other baroque art works by Andrea Pozzo. The large fresco is the main piece of decoration of the church. The paintings exalt the apostolic activity of the Society of Jesus in the world.Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe Sant'Andrea della Valle basilica is a Catholic place of worship in the historic center of Rome, located in Piazza Vidoni, in the Sant'Eustachio district.The church, dedicated to Saint Andrew, dates back to the mid XV century; it originally only had one nave, while the aisles were added in the XVII century.Chiesa di Santa Maria di Loreto
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedSanta Maria di Loreto is a 16th-century church in Rome, located just across the street from the Trajan's Column, near the giant Monument of Vittorio Emanuele II. It is considered the best work of Antonio da Sangallo. The church is built in brick and travertine and is remarkable for the great beauty of the proportions and the beautiful effect produced with great simplicity.
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