Private tour in Rome Barbara A
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Hi there! I'm Barbara, born and raised in Rome, just a few feet from the Vatican City, I love to travel the world and explore different cultures! With a degree in Architecture and a master degree in Historical Building Restoration, I have been studying architecture and art history for all my life, working for several years to the restoration of some of the most prestigious palaces in Rome. I decided to become a Tour Guide to share my lifetime experience in Rome with people from all over the world. I'm really proud to unravel the amazing stories hidden behind every alley and square of the Eternal city, bring back to life the outstanding Roman ruins, show the masterpieces made by the most important artists working for the powerful Popes and communicate my passion and true love for my Hometown, like only locals can do! All of my tours are private and can be tailored according to you interests and wishes, so just give me the details and I will create the perfect tour just for you! I hope to welcome you soon to Rome. . . A presto! Barbara - Degree in Architecture, La Sapienza University, Rome - Master Degree in Historical Buildings Restoration, Roma Tre University, Rome - Master in Archeological Restauration, University of Florence - Official Vatican Guide Operatrice Didattica - Licensed National Tour Guide of Italy
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Explore the most important Basilicas in Rome by air-con mini van from your hotel in Rome. As a Roman Catholic and a licensed guide for the Vatican City, I will be honored to guide you through the holiest and most important early Papal Basilicas! Starting with St. Mary Major, an authentic jewel in the crown of Roman churches, we'll head to St John Lateran, the Cathedral of Rome and the most important of the four major basilicas. Known as St John Lateran Archbasilica, it's considered the mother church of the Roman Catholic faithful! Here we'll also see the Holy Stairs (Scala Sancta) renowned because it is believed that Jesus Christ stepped on them during His Passion. Our last stop is the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, built around 320 A. D. by St. Helena, that contains several significant relics brought from the Holy Land including fragments of the True Cross. *optional visit to Saint Paul (1 additional hour)
Barbara gave an outstanding tour of the seven Basilicas. My family and I had a wonderful time over two days visiting all of these holy sites. It was such a special tour and Barbara explained all the history and art in each location. It was a wonderful tour I would highly recommend.
This tour was over the top. These were churches we had never seen before. Barbara had such intimate knowledge of each basilica. Outstanding
Barbara was an excellent guide for this fantastic tour. If you are evenly remotely interested in church history this tour is a must. These are the first Churches in Rome and their historical significance is often overlooked. Barbara was well versed in their history and answered all of my questions thoroughly. I have a limited background in church history and I found her extremely engaging. On my next trip to Rome I will probably repeat this trip again after additional study.
Barbara's private tour of the papal Basilicas was the highlight of our trip to Rome. She has extensive content knowledge that helped maximize our learning experience. We especially appreciated our visit to the holy stairs. I highly recommend this tour!
- Patriarchal Basilica of St. Mary Major (inside) - Basilica of St John Lateran (inside) - Holy Stairs (inside) - Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem (inside) - *optional visit to Saint Paul Outside the walls (1 additional hour) * if you wish to visit also the Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the walls please inquiry! **This tour as a whole or partially, can be customized to fit your preferences - please inquire! ***if you have mobility issues please let me know in advance so I can better plan our tour! NOTE: Entry to churches is permitted only to appropriately dressed visitors. Low cut or sleeveless clothing, shorts, miniskirts are not allowed.
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Air-Con Mercedes mini van from your Hotel in Rome and back and between the Basilicas for the whole tour
Roma, Lazio, Italy
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