







Basilica dei Santi XII Apostoli
15th Century church in the Rione Trevi dedicated to the 12 Apostles with relics of two of the Aposltes, Sts. Phillip and James the Lesser

Basilica di San Chrysogonus
One of the oldest churches in Rome







Basilica di San Silvestro
The church that holds a relic of Saint John the Baptist







Basilica di Santa Stefano Rotondo al Celio
An early Christian church dedicated to deacon and first martyr St. Stephan, is located on the Celio, one of the highest of the legendary seven hills of Rome






Basilica di Santi Ambrogio e Carlo e Carlo al Corso
The church that contains the heart of Saint Charles





Basilica of Saint Anastasia al Palatino
The basilica standing on Roman architecture




Basilica of Saint Cecilia
The basilica dedicated to the saint who survived a calidarium






Basilica of Saint Francesca Romana
The church of a co-patron saint of Rome






Basilica of Saint Lorenzo in Lucina
The church where a matron housed christian prisoners






Basilica of Saint Maria in Aracoeli
The Church on the highest summit of the Capitoline Hill





Basilica of San Clemente
Home to Relics of Pope Saint Clement I






Basilica of San Giovanni Battista dei Fiorentini
The church that first took care of people affected by the bubonic plague





Basilica of San Marco
The church with the side garden

Basilica of San Paolo alla Regola
Built over One of the Houses of St. Paul





Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli
Early Christian Church holding the Chains of St. Peter



Basilica of Sant'Andrea della Valle ( St. Andrew of the Valley)
From Peretti to Maderno: The Architectural Brilliance of Sant'Andrea della Valle





Basilica of Sant’Agostino in Campo Marzio
Tomb of St. Monica: Rome’s First Renaissance Style Church




Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere
The Magnificent Mosaics and Medieval Marvels of Santa Maria in Trastevere










Basilica of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva
Gothic church and resting place of Saint Catherine of Siena





Basilica of Santa Sabina all'Aventino
5th Century Basilica and Dominican Mother Church






Basilica of St. Bartholomew on Tiber Island
Titular and Minor Basilica Hosting the Relics of St. Bartholomew the Apostle and Martyr



Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
From Roman Baths to Basilica Honoring Christian Martyrs






Basilica of Sts. Cosmas and Damian
Medieval Church built over the Roman Forum & Temple of Romulus




Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem
Home of Saint Helena's Treasures

Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo
The Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, located on the Caelian Hill in Rome, is one of the city's most historically significant churches. Built in the 4th century on the site of the house of two early Christian martyrs, Saints John and Paul, the basilica commemorates their execution under Emperor Julian the Apostate around 362 AD. The church features a beautiful Romanesque bell tower and a richly decorated interior with frescoes, intricate altars, and ancient mosaics. Beneath the basilica lie well-preserved Roman houses, known as the Case Romane, which contain vibrant frescoes and offer a glimpse into early Christian worship spaces. The basilica became a key pilgrimage site, symbolizing the perseverance of faith during periods of persecution. Over centuries, it underwent several architectural changes, blending elements of medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. Today, Santi Giovanni e Paolo stands as a testament to Rome’s enduring Christian heritage and is a sacred site for…



Catacombs of Domitilla (Rome's Largest Catacomb)
Martyrs and Mosaics: Rome's Largest Underground Cemetery




Catacombs of Priscilla (Earliest Image of Mary)
Earliest Depiction of the Virgin Mary: Saints in the Catacombs of Priscilla




Catacombs of St. Callixtus
St. Callixtus Catacombs: The Little Vatican Beneath Rome's Streets



Catacombs of St. Sebastian
Constantine's Basilica and the Catacombs of St. Sebastian







Chiesa del Gesú
Mother Church of the Society of Jesus. Tomb of St. Ignatius of Loyola & Relics of St. Francis Xavier







Chiesa Nuova (S. Maria in Vallicella)
Baroque Church and resting place of St. Philip Neri, Apostle of Rome

Church of Saint Claude and Andrew of the Burgundians
The church where the Burgundians formed a brotherhood


Church of Saint Jerome of Charity
House of St. Jerome & Iconic Spada Chapel








Church of Saint Joachim 'in Prati'
Beautiful Church Built in Honor of Joachim, the Virgin Mary's Father






Church of Saint Marcello al Corso
The church that caught fire





Church of Saint Maria in Via
The church where Our Lady appeared in the well






Church of San Bonaventura al Palatino
One of the smallest churches in Rome



Church of San Giacomo in Augusta
Former Hospital Chapel Serving Sick Pilgrims to Titular Church Dedicated to St. James the Great

Church of San Gregorio al Celio
The Church of San Gregorio al Celio, also known as San Gregorio Magno, is a historic and spiritually significant site on the Caelian Hill in Rome. Founded in the 6th century on the family estate of Saint Gregory the Great, it became a monastery under his leadership and an important center of Christian worship and missionary activity. Saint Gregory, one of the most influential early popes, famously initiated the conversion of the Anglo-Saxons from this site. Reconstructed during the Baroque period, the church features an elegant façade by Giovanni Battista Soria, serene cloisters, and beautifully decorated chapels adorned with frescoes by Domenichino and Antonio Viviani. Its legacy extends into modern times through the work of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who established a mission there in 1968 after being invited by Pope Paul VI. Her order, the Missionaries of Charity, continues to provide shelter and aid to the homeless and marginalized within the church complex. This living mission of…

Church of San Lorenzo in Miranda (Temple of Antoninus and Faustina)
The Church of San Lorenzo in Miranda, housed within the ancient Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, is a remarkable example of the transformation of pagan Roman architecture into a Christian place of worship. Built in 141 AD by Emperor Antoninus Pius in honor of his deified wife Faustina, the temple was later dedicated to the emperor himself. In the 7th or 8th century, it was converted into a Christian church dedicated to Saint Lawrence, a deacon martyred for his faith. The temple’s original massive Corinthian columns and richly decorated frieze remain intact, seamlessly integrated into the church’s facade. The church's interior preserves several notable religious artworks, while its connection to early Christian history underscores the symbolic triumph of Christianity over paganism. This fusion of architectural styles makes it a unique testament to Rome’s cultural and spiritual evolution.




Church of San Luigi dei Francesi
French National Church & Iconic Paintings by Caravaggio of St. Matthew







Church of San Pietro in Montorio
Bramante's Tempietto on the Gianicolo with a Via Crucis




Church of San Salvatore in Lauro
Shrine of Our Lady of Loreto in Rome & St. Padre Pio Relics

Church of San Sebastiano al Palatino
The Church of Saint Sebastian on the Palatine (San Sebastiano al Palatino) is a small yet historically significant church situated atop the Palatine Hill in Rome. It was originally built in the early Christian era to honor Saint Sebastian, a Roman soldier and martyr who was executed during Emperor Diocletian’s persecution of Christians in the early 4th century. The church is believed to stand near the location where Saint Sebastian’s body was temporarily buried after his martyrdom. Over centuries, the church underwent renovations and restorations, with its current structure reflecting Baroque influences. Despite its modest size, the church holds great spiritual importance due to its connection to one of Christianity's most revered early saints. Its location on the Palatine Hill, surrounded by the ruins of ancient imperial palaces, symbolizes the transformation of Rome from a center of pagan power to a heart of Christian faith.





Church of Sant'Agata dei Goti
Dedicated to the wold famous martyr, St. Agatha, home of the Benedictines



Church of Sant'Anna dei Palafrenieri (St. Anne)
Vatican's Parish Open to the Public with Frequent Mass Times








Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola (St. Ignatius)
Baroque style church belonging to the Jesuits featuring an ornate ceiling, tombs of Jesuit saints, and a false dome.





Church of Santa Maria ai Monti
A Marvelous Church in the Monti District built on the site of an ancient Poor Clare monastery