€£$
по-русскиen Español (pronto)
enter
142tours
in the world
97tours
in Italy
58tours
in Rome

Passion of Christ 

#22of 58 toursin Rome
Tour organiser Eternal City ToursSafe
partner

Organizer

Eternal City Tours | Official website
The only Catholic Tour Company in Rome providing authentic accurate tours.
Standard Price: On our Standard small group tour with other people, our all inclusive Adult Price is €59.
VIP Price: On our VIP tour, based on a group size of 10, our all inclusive Adult Price is €25.

Book online

When the Roman Empire embraced the faith it once persecuted, it exploded into a frenzy of observance for the history and truth of the Christian faith manifest in the literary, the artistic and the relics of the early Christian church. Many of these were then brought to the then capital of the world - Rome.



On this tour expect to have an intimate encounter with the physical objects which fostered the love of He who is true man true God and did live suffer and die for the sake of all men.

We begin our tour with a visit to one of the oldest Churches dedicated to Theotokos (Mother of God) in Rome containing, beneath its center altar, wood from the manger in which our Lord Jesus Christ once lay. The church adorned by every epoque of Italian art history even holds the body of the devout baroque artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

We then walk over to the Basilica of San Prassede built in the 8th century it holds some of the finest examples of medieval Christian art and holds a fragment of the pillar upon which Christ was flogged.

Only a few yards away we then enter the church of San Alfonso Ligouri to see the beautiful 15th century Byzantine icon “Our Lady of Perpetual Help / Succour” also known as the Virgin of the Passion or Theotokos of the Passion.



After we visit the Church of the Holy Stairs / Steps (Santa Scala) brought from Jerusalem and so named because they are the steps which led to the praetorium of the then Roman procurator - Pontius Pilot. Since our Lord Jesus did descend those very steps in condemnation, all pilgrims ascend them on their knees. From there we visit the Cathedral of Rome, the Basilica of Saint John Lateran (San Giovanni Laterano) and finally enter a Church built by the mother of Constantine - St. Helena. The church built over spread earth brought with relics from Jerusalem was her personal chapel holding to this day relics of the Passion of Christ including those of the Holy Sepulcher, the Cave of Bethlehem, a Nail of The Crucifixion, a Thorn of The Crown and a small walnut board reading Jesus the Nazarene king of the Jews.

Highlights of this tour include:
• Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore (St Mary Major)
• San Presede
•Sant' Alfonso Liguri Titulare Church
• Holy Steps
• Papal Basilica of San Giovanni
• Basilica of Santa Croce (Holy Cross)

Meeting point on the map

at the fountain in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Duration: 3 hours.
Tour schedule: 09:00 am or 3:30 pm.

Reviews

Guest15 September 2024

More tours in Rome

#15Vatican Museums plus Ancient Rome Group TourVatican Museums plus Ancient Rome Group Tour

Our tour will lead you in the heart of Roman history and human civilization.

€95+/person
#28A nightwalk to discover RomeA nightwalk to discover Rome

Come with us through this wonderful evening, to discover Rome's most beautiful corners. Enjoy the magnificent stroll through the Eternal City!

€50+/person
#41Bike tour around RomeBike tour around Rome

Explore Rome in 4 hours! Riding a bike around Rome is a great possibility to get aquainted with the city and its history.

€40+/person
#26Sightseeing tour in Rome by carSightseeing tour in Rome by car

Try the unique experience of visiting Rome comfortably in a luxury car with personal English-speaking chauffeur.

€60+/person€190/tour
#9Ancient Rome TourAncient Rome Tour

See the best of Ancient Rome on our walking tour with skip-the-line entrance. Learn the history of Rome at sites such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

€59+/person
#18Coliseum & Ancient RomeColiseum & Ancient Rome

Skip the time consuming lines and take a tour through one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world - the Coliseum and Ancient Rome.

€55+/person
#40Rome on scooterRome on scooter

See all great buildings, monuments, magnificent sights of Rome in one day while riding a retro scooter and plunge in the atmosphere of Eternal City.

€100+/person
#45Castle of the Holy AngelCastle of the Holy Angel

Castle of the Holy Angel has very ancient origins. It was built under the Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum, a huge tomb for himself and his family.

€150+/person
#42Views of Rome from vespa's seatViews of Rome from vespa's seat

Watching panoramic views of Rome riding a vespa is another exciting way to fell in love with the city.Great history, marvelous architecture and majestic panorama.

€120+/person
#12Holy Doors TourHoly Doors Tour

Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims throughout the centuries and enter through the Holy Doors of Rome. This is truly a once in a lifetime experience.

€110+/person
#33Open bus 1 day tourOpen bus 1 day tour

To see all Rome in a short period of time its not necessary to take a helicopter, you may just have a 1 dat tour on a open bus and enjoy the best sights of Eternal City.

€20+/person
#17VIP Romantic GiftVIP Romantic Gift

How ROME-antic...this tour is the perfect romantic honeymoon gift, wedding gift, St. Valentines Day present or even Anniversary Gift for your loved one.

€85+/person