What are the nearest attractions to Basilica di Santa Prassede?

Attractions near Basilica di Santa Prassede: Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore (Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore) Seven Hills of Rome (Sette Colli di Roma) Oppian Hill Park (Parco del Colle Oppio)

Basilica di Santa Prassede - What To Know BEFORE You Go

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Ways to visit Basilica di Santa Prassede

Though it’s not the most well-known of Rome’s many churches, the Basilica di Santa Prassede is an essential stop for early Christian history enthusiasts and art buffs. Some church tours of Rome combine a guided visit here with stops at the larger nearby Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore (Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore), which contains another holy relic: a piece said to have been part of baby Jesus’ crib. Tours focusing on the role of women in early Christian Rome also stop at the Basilica di Santa Prassede, as do walking tours of the Monti neighborhood in which the church is situated.

Things to know before you go to Basilica di Santa Prassede

Basilica di Santa Prassede is a must for history buffs and art lovers.
Bring a few coins to turn on the lights in the church; that way, you can properly admire the glimmering mosaics.
Look up—some of the church’s most magnificent mosaics are found above the altar and on the ceiling of the Chapel of Saint Zeno (Cappella di San Zenone).

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The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Just a few steps away from this modest-sized minor basilica sits one of Rome’s four major basilicas: the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the landmark dates back as far as the 5th century, though it has been added to and expanded many times since then. The basilica is known for its well-preserved Byzantine interiors, including mosaics depicting biblical scenes.

Basilica di Santa Prassede