ROME · ITALY
Santa Maria Maggiore
Stop 09 of 18 on Travelhour's Rome walking day
About Santa Maria Maggiore
The Papal Basilica of Saint Mary the Great, also informally known as the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, is a Roman Catholic Papal Basilica and one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome. The largest Marian church in Rome, it is regarded as the first Marian sanctuary and the mother of all Marian shrines. The shrine is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title of Our Lady of the Snow.
Frequently asked
Santa Maria Maggiore — questions travellers ask
- How much are Santa Maria Maggiore tickets?
- Santa Maria Maggiore ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are Santa Maria Maggiore opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official Santa Maria Maggiore website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to Santa Maria Maggiore?
- Santa Maria Maggiore is centrally located in Rome, Italy. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is Santa Maria Maggiore worth visiting?
- Yes — The Papal Basilica of Saint Mary the Great, also informally known as the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, is a Roman Catholic Papal Basilica and one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
- How long do you need at Santa Maria Maggiore?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at Santa Maria Maggiore, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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