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

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

The basilica stands on Roman archictecture, with the remains under the church. The small church was reformed many times throughout the years. It has one of the more simple exterior designs in Rome, yet still holds plenty of beauty through the two bells towers and in the interior of the church. Inside you will find beautiful art of the Martyrdom of Saint Anastasia by Michelangelo Cerruti, and Saint john the Baptist in the desert by Pier Francesco Mola. Unlike many other churches, it has three naves you can walk down. 

The Basilica of Saint Cecilia, who is the patron saint of musicians, was built where her family lived. She was martyred around 230 A.D. when she tried converting her husband and brother. Because of her efforts, she was tortured for three days in the calidarium. However, she was still alive, so her torturers decapitated her. Pope Urban I, who witnessed the martyrdom, buried her in the catacomb of St. Callistus. Years later, Pope Paschal found her body and moved to a basilica in Trastevere, which is now named after her. As time past, the basilica had numerous work done. Between the 12th and 13th century, the cloister, atrium, and bell tower were added. In the 16th century the entrance to the building was added on with its ancient columns of pink granite and African marble by Ferdinando Fuga. 

The basilica is dedicated to the Benedictine nun and patron saint of drivers, Saint Francesca Romana. The nun became a saint because of her service to the poor and sick people. As you enter her church, the main interior focal points are the nave decorated with a mosaic, seven side chapels, and a wooden coffered ceiling with decorative panels. Another eye-catching piece of art is the hodegetria (means she who shows the way) icon above the altar. 

Going up the staircases, designed by architect Vignola, is the Basilica of Saint Maria in Aracoeli (near Capitoline Hill), which in english means Altar of Heaven. It is on the highest peak of Capitoline Hill, to honor the Virgin Mary. Before entering the church, a fresco of Mother Mary and baby Jesus is right outside the gate. Entering the church are beautiful works of art by Cavallini, Donatello, Pinturicchio, Benozzo Gozzoli, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. The church was founded by Pope Gregory the Great.

Home of Saint Clement

The Basilica of San Marco near Capitoline Hill, was founded by Pope Marco in 336, and dedicated to Marco the Evangelist, who lived at the Hill during his time in Rome. The church has had many renovations, especially after the barbarian invasions in the 6th and 7th centuries. One of the most important pieces in the church is the mosaic, designed by byzantine artists who were commissioned by Pope Gregory IV. Between 1455 and 1471, the ceiling of the church was also decorated and remains one of the only remaining coffered ceiling still undamaged.

Built over One of the Houses of St. Paul

Early Christian Church holding the Chains of St. Peter

From Peretti to Maderno: The Architectural Brilliance of Sant'Andrea della Valle

The Magnificent Mosaics and Medieval Marvels of Santa Maria in Trastevere

Gothic church and resting place of Saint Catherine of Siena

5th Century Basilica and Dominican Mother Church

Tomb of St. Monica: Rome’s First Renaissance Style Church

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

From Roman Baths to Basilica Honoring Christian Martyrs 

Medieval Church built over the Roman Forum & Temple of Romulus

Home of Saint Helena's Treasures

Martyrs and Mosaics: Rome's Largest Underground Cemetery

Earliest Depiction of the Virgin Mary: Saints in the Catacombs of Priscilla

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

Constantine's Basilica and the Catacombs of St. Sebastian

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

Baroque Church and resting place of St. Philip Neri, Apostle of Rome

House of St. Jerome & Iconic Spada Chapel

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

The church is dedicated to Saint Bonaventura, a Francisan father. Cardinal Francesco Barberini had it built in 1675 next to a convent for the Franciscan Friars Minor. The church is among the smallest in Rome. The interior consists of one nave. Saint Bonaventura's tomb as well as San Leonardo from Porto Maurizio are held in the church.

Former Hospital Chapel Serving Sick Pilgrims to Titular Church Dedicated to St. James the Great  

French National Church & Iconic Paintings by Caravaggio of St. Matthew

Bramante's Tempietto on the Gianicolo with a Via Crucis

Shrine of Our Lady of Loreto in Rome & St. Padre Pio Relics

Dedicated to the wold famous martyr, St. Agatha, home of the Benedictines

Vatican's Parish Open to the Public with Frequent Mass Times

Baroque style church belonging to the Jesuits featuring an ornate ceiling, tombs of Jesuit saints, and a false dome.  

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

A Hospice to the Pilgrims of  Rome

The Smallest Church in Rome

Renaissance Church with Cloister & Miraculous Icon

Carmelite Sanctuary hosting a Miraculous Image of Mary & Bernini's "Ectasy of St. Teresa of Avila"

Melchite Rite Church with Relics of St. Valentine and famous "Bocca della Verità"

Underground House of Sts. Peter and Paul

House of Prisca and Aquila, companions of St. Paul

Italian Shrine to the Divine Mercy Devotion

A Beloved Icon of Roman History

Mammertine Prison, Location of Sts. Peter and Paul's Imprisonment