Fast-Track Ticket: Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Under the gilded ceilings of this millennium-old venue lies the very first artistic nativity scene ever created. This tour led by an expert traverses the centuries, from Roman ruins buried deep underground to Baroque masterpieces. The Loggia of Blessings reveals its mosaic illustrating the famous Miracle of Snow, while the elegant staircase designed by Le Bernin testifies to the genius of its author. The museum houses invaluable liturgical treasures and rare manuscripts, while the subterranean archaeological zone recounts the story of primitive Christianity. This journey through time culminates in the heart of the building, before the relic of the Holy Nativity scene and the tomb of the famous Bernini. This fast-track ticket ensures direct access to areas normally inaccessible to the public, offering a unique perspective on this exceptional sacred heritage.