Santa Maria Maggiore Upper Areas Open Time Skip the Line ticket
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
Opening hours
°°° Monday - Saturday : 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM
°°°Sunday : 12:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Please note: **On SUNDAYS, the upper area will be open from 12:30 p.m. The Basilica will be open in the morning for the Holy Mass, and access during the service is free and open to all. After the Mass, you are welcome to visit the UPPER AREA from 12:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
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Santa Maria Maggiore Upper Areas Open Time Skip the Line ticket
What's included in Santa Maria Maggiore Upper Areas Open Time Skip the Line ticket
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
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.
Inclusions
- 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
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
You will receive your personalized SKIP-THE-LINE SANTA MARIA MAGGIORE OPEN-TIME TICKET on WhatsApp. The ticket must be presented to the staff at the entrance, in printed or digital format. Each participant must show their personal, named ticket along with an ID verifying their first and last name. Instructions for using the voucher for access to the upper areas: 1. Upon arrival at Santa Maria Maggiore, skip the line and proceed through security checks. 2. It is mandatory to go to the desk located on the right, where an operator will convert your voucher into a ticket and allow you to visit the upper areas of the Basilica. 3. You will be granted access to the upper areas of the Basilica, which should be visited before entering the church. 4. Please follow the instructions provided to ensure a proper and complete visit.
