Basilica of Sant’Agostino in Campo Marzio
P.za di S. Agostino Roma Roma
Tomb of St. Monica: Rome’s First Renaissance Style Church
Located in Piazza Sant'Agostino, the Basilica of Sant'Agostino was one of Rome’s first Renaissance churches, originally built in the 14th century. Due to its small size, it was rebuilt between 1479 and 1483 by Jacopo di Pietrasanta and Sebastiano Fiorentino, commissioned by Cardinal Guillaume d’Estouteville. The church was later remodeled by Luigi Vanvitelli in 1746-1756, who transformed its interior, dome, and façade, using travertine blocks reputedly from the Colosseum.
Inside, notable features include the "Madonna del Parto" (1516) by Jacopo Tatti (Sansovino), and a fresco of the "Prophet Isaiah" (1512) by Raphael. The church also houses significant artworks like Caravaggio's "Madonna of the Pilgrims" (1604) and a main altar designed by Bernini, featuring a Byzantine icon.
The basilica holds several notable tombs, including that of Saint Monica.
