Santa Maria Maggiore

Look beyond the grand façade to discover ancient nave mosaics, a gilded ceiling and richly decorated chapels. Santa Maria Maggiore stands on the Esquiline Hill and is one of Rome’s four papal basilicas. Suggested visit: 45–60 minutes; allow extra time for museum areas.

Cover shoulders and knees and allow time for security screening. A wheelchair access ramp is available; ask staff about access to side chapels.

Sources: https://www.turismoroma.it/en/node/712 and https://www.basilicasantamariamaggiore.va/it/visite/consigli-utili.html

Public address

Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome, Italy

Opening hours

Check the official basilica website for current visiting hours and service-related changes: https://www.basilicasantamariamaggiore.va/it/basilica.html

Getting there

Approach the main façade from Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore. Use the place map for walking directions; ask staff for the wheelchair ramp and accessible route.