Rome: St John Lateran & Holy Steps Catholic Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Visit St John Lateran, the Cathedral of Rome and highest-ranking church in the Catholic world, on a one-hour Catholic pilgrimage. Venerate the reliquaries of the heads of Sts Peter and Paul and part of the table traditionally associated with the Last Supper. Continue to the Holy Steps, traditionally brought from Pontius Pilate’s praetorium in Jerusalem, and glimpse the Sancta Sanctorum with its revered image of Christ said to have been begun by St Luke and completed by angels. An expert Catholic guide explains the sacred history, relics and enduring pilgrimage significance of these sites. The basilica’s Holy Door is opened during Jubilee years and is anticipated to open again for the Jubilee of Redemption in 2033.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

To the left of the entrance to the Scala Santa / Holy Steps where the wheelchair ramp is. What3Words: update.sisters.against Please download WhatsApp so that we can communicate in real time in the event of any issues.

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Itinerary

1. Arcibasilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
Visit St John Lateran, the Cathedral of Rome and Mother and Head of all churches. Venerate the reliquaries of the heads of Sts Peter and Paul and part of the table traditionally associated with the Last Supper. See the Holy Door, opened during Jubilee years and anticipated to open again for the Jubilee of Redemption in 2033.
Duration: 45 mins
2. Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs
Visit the Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs and learn the tradition that the steps were brought from Pontius Pilate’s praetorium in Jerusalem. Glimpse the Sancta Sanctorum and the revered image of Christ said to have been begun by St Luke and completed by angels. Pilgrims may climb the Holy Stairs on their knees independently after the tour.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Expert Catholic guide

All Fees and Taxes

Exclusion

Guide gratuity

In-vehicle air conditioning

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

There is no wheelchair access at the Holy Steps but wheelchairs access is available at the main Basilica of St John Lateran

Supplied by Crucis Tours

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