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- Travel 360122 contributionsBuy tickets on line. We had to set up a new PayPal. Saved lots of time (5pm). Watch UTube video for tips. Men remove hats as respect inside. It's 2,000 yrs old, unbelievable building techniques to last this long!Written September 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GAR942 contributionsI believe this church is a must see in Rome. It has a rich and interesting history, as well as having a variety of stunning architectural details. It’s also free which is a nice bonusWritten September 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GAR942 contributionsMost people visit the church to take pictures of the ceiling through the magnifying mirror but there is more to this church than most people bother to look. There are lots of details and chapels to admireWritten September 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AnuradhaNew Delhi, India1,258 contributionsThe church is the oldest and highest ranking of the four major papal basilicas of Rome. It has a long history of making and remaking. The façade as it appears today was completed in the 18th century. The octagonal Lateran baptistery stands somewhat apart from the Arch basilica, hardly 140 metres away. A must visit.Written June 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AniaNew York City, NY11 contributionsThis is truly a hidden gem… a peek into the Roman underground, literally. The Church is of your average stunning Italian variety, but the big attraction are the several underground layers to explore. No big crowds even in august, natural AC cuz your so deep under is a plus :)Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MidwestKathMDetroit, MI1,084 contributionsSanta Maria is considered the likely first official place of Christian worship in Rome. Its original church building was completed in 340 A.D. Through the centuries, it was expanded and renovated. As you enter the building, note the fragments of ancient friezes. Within the basilica, three naves are divided by 22 granite columns. Mosaics were added in the 12th century, the same year the bell tower was constructed. The floor mosaics date back to the 13th century, while the gilded ceiling dates to the 17th century. I took my time checking out all the details. I sat and looked up to the octagonal ceiling painting "Assumption of the Virgin" by Domenichino, surrounded by gilded coffers. I looked down and around to see the beautiful mosaic flooring. I walked to the back of the church for the long shot up the center aisle and the main altar with "The "Coronation of the Virgin"mosaic above. Lots of other details to enjoy as well.Written June 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SimonNewcastle upon Tyne, UK191 contributionsWe arrived here with a super short queue which I’m unsure if it’s always like that, really nice ceilings and architecture throughout.Written July 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jerry KBatesville, IN22 contributionsSt Peter in Chains Church was amazing especially the ability to walk up to a Michelangelo's "Moses" with no crowd around to wade through... just beautiful !Written August 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BTS1972Munich, Germany3,584 contributionsWhile this church dwarfs a bit compaired to thr high number of top churches in Rome and the Vatican State, it is still worth a visit. Build into parts of ther former bathes of Constantine, it is currently the only part of these thermes that can be visited.Written August 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Traveling MarioSeoul, South Korea2,569 contributionsThis church near Pantheon houses the body of St. Catherine of Siena. (The head is in a church in Siena.) There is also the 'Risen Christ (Christ the Redeemer)' by Michelangelo to the left of the main altar. Behind the main altar is the tomb. When I visited, the rear door of the tomb was open and one could sit behind the tomb and leave prayer notes inside.Written September 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AUKTouristNorth East England, UK977 contributionsA magnificent Basilica outside of the city but well worth the effort to get there. The Basilica contains a number of altars dedicated to saints, but of course the tomb of St Paul is here. Simply laid out you descend several steps and come within feet of St Paul’s tomb. Nothing over the top, a place of prayer.Written May 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China174,740 contributionsSanta Maria dell Vittoria is a Baroque gem of a church situated at Piazza San Bernardo. Opening hours are 6.30am to 12pm (morning) and 4pm to 7pm (evening). The church is quite small and can be comfortably visited in 10-15 minutes. What you will see is very impressive.
The church is the work of architect Carlo Maderno (1608-20). The exterior is typical of those constructed during the Baroque era. It is very similar to what you see at Santa Susanna Church also on Piazza San Bernardo. It is nice but does little to prepare one for the splendour seen within.
The interior is a small nave ornately decorated with a remarkable ceiling fresco 'The Virgin Mary Triumphing over Herey and the Fall of Rebel Angels' the work of Giovanni Demenico Cerrini (1675) as well Bernini's masterpiece sculpture 'Ecstasy of Saint Teresa' (1647-52). The main altar, marble inlaid walls, stucco angels and other fine artworks create a feast for the eyes. Grab a seat and just enjoy what you are looking at for a few minutes.Written April 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mairwen1United Kingdom11,165 contributionsThis is the flagship church of the Jesuits, filled with beautiful paintings, artwork, sculptures, and holy relics including St Francis Xavier’s arm and the body of St Ignatius, the 16th century founder of the Jesuits. There's no shortage of marble, gold, silver and other precious materials like lapis lazuli.
It's impressive but it’s even more so, if you are there for the guest appearance of St Ignatius.
Every afternoon (around 5:30pm) a silver and gold, jewel-studded statue of St Ignatius theatrically appears.
Most of the time, he is hidden behind a panel with a rather dull, unremarkable painting of St Ignatius in his black Jesuit robes. However once a day, the panel slowly slides down to reveal the statue behind. The lighting drops, music plays throughout the church and when the lighting comes back on, St Ignatius is standing with outstretched arms, looking up toward Heaven.
One of the things that I like about this church is that it doesn’t get crowds of tourists so it’s quite a peaceful place to be.
If you have the time, it is also worth looking at the very humble, almost stark rooms of St Ignatius which have been preserved next to the church.
Entry is free (donation optional).Written June 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Hany GBakersfield, CA1,889 contributionsThis church should be more known than it is now. There are stairs where Jesus climbed when he was brought to pilates for his trial.
There is no admission to the church, and you have to climb the stairs on your knees, which is kind of painful.
They close at 3pm and reopen again at 6:30.Written July 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lynne SWinnipeg, Canada156 contributionsI’ve been cogitating on this review ever since I got home, and it’s really difficult to adequately describe the experience. As a Catholic, I found it profoundly spiritual. As a student of classical art and architecture I found it stunningly beautiful. Overall, I was overwhelmed. I spent the better part of the day visiting every crevice I was allowed to enter. Each more beautiful than the last. The mediaeval cloisters were amazing. The church was mostly empty, so I had the chance to sit and just let the experience wash over me. When I return to Rome I will be visiting again.Written March 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
