Rome for pilgrims – the duration of the tour depends on the itinerary and the way it is conducted.
The tour is conducted on foot or by car with stops at places of interest.
For the Orthodox pilgrim, Rome begins with a visit to the Main Basilicas:
St Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican – was built in the 17th century over the tomb of the Apostle Peter on the ruins of an ancient Roman basilica.
St Paul’s Cathedral outside the city walls – the third of Rome’s four great papal basilicas
San Giovanni in Laterano – Rome’s Cathedral with the cathedra of the Roman bishop (as well as the papal throne). It is among the seven pilgrim basilicas of Rome.
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore is one of the four main basilicas of the eternal city
Pilgrims climb the Holy Stairs, which Jesus Christ used to ascend to the trial of Pontius Pilate. According to legend it was brought to Rome by St Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine.
The Church of Santa Maria in Araceli – where the relics of St Helena are housed.
The Mamertine Prison, the place where the Apostles Peter and Paul were imprisoned.
Church of San Clemente, where the relics of St Cyril rest.
Church of Santa Sabina al Aventino The Basilica of St Sabina on the Aventine Hill is a historic church located at the top of the Aventine Hill in Rome.
The Church of St Alexius, the man of God, is located on the Aventine Hill in Rome.
The Colosseum – eternally preserves the memory of the Christian martyrs who died horribly in its arena.
Catacombs, where Christians buried their fellow believers, you can better understand the atmosphere of that distant era.
You can also specify the sights you would like to visit.
