ST. JOHN'S IN LATERAN & HOLY CROSS TOUR

In the company of an expert guide, on this wonderful private tour, discover hidden gems of Rome on this tour to the Cathedral of Rome in San Giovanni, the oldest church in the city, the Holy Steps, and the Basilica of the Holy Cross.

First step of our visit is the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the first of the 4 papal basilicas to be built, and the Cathedral of Rome. See the Scala Sancta, or Holy Stairs.

The Scala Santa is the ladder ascended by Jesus to reach the classroom where he was subjected to the interrogation of Pontius Pilate before the crucifixion. To gain the plenary Indulgence, believers climb the steps on their knees.

Move on to the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem.it is a Roman Catholic minor basilica and titular church in Rione Esquilino, Rome, Italy. It is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome..

It was built in the 4th century A.D. to preserve the relics brought to Rome by St. Helen, the mother of Constantine. Several relics are preserved in the Cappella delle Reliquie, which houses authentic pieces of the True Cross, the cross of one of the thieves, part of the crown of thorns, a holy nail and the Titulus Crucis.

Your private guide is all for you, so any adjustments to the itinerary are up to you. Advance booking is strongly advisable! Our tours sell out well in advance and our top-rated tour guides might not be available at the last minute.

• Duration: approximately 3 hours
• When: everyday
• Dressing code: in the hot summer days bring a bottle of water, an umbrella and wear a hat.
• No-lines policy: skip the long entrance lines with our local tour guides.

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