Saints, Heretics and the Inquisition
What exactly can you expect from this tour? Immerse yourself in the Rome of wonders, saints, and the Roman Inquisition. Experience the contrast between the veneration of exemplary saints and the secular side of the former Papal States.
Highlights:
You will visit the Church of San Giovanni dei Fiorentini, the last resting place of Master Borromini.
After that follows the famous Campo de'Fiori. A former field of flowers, transformed into a place of execution.
Then "Sant'Andrea della Valle" will enchant you with the Barberini chapel.
Then you will visit "Piazza Navona", with the fountain "Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi", by Bernini, and the church "Sant'Agnese in Agone", designed by Borromini.
Afterward, we visit the church "Santa Maria delle Anima" with its colourfulness and "San Luigi dei Francesi", with the paintings of Caravaggio and Guido Reni.
Finally, you will reach the highlight of the tour, the "Pantheon" and you will also discover the seat of the Roman Inquisition.
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Saints, Heretics and the Inquisition
What's included in Saints, Heretics and the Inquisition
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Basilica di San Giovanni Battista dei Fiorentini
Resting place of Master Borromini who designed the altar. A church build to display the artstyle of Florence.
Church containing the relics of Saint Neri and has one of the best barock desings.
Campo De' Fiori
A former field of flowers, which was transformed into a place for executions.
Inclusions
- Tour Guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- To enter the Churches, shoulders, back and knees have to be covered.
- This is a walking tour
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- On the side of Castel Sant'Angelo.
