Things to do in Rome, Lazio: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites

November 16, 2021 Russell Mellin

Rome wasn't built in a day--and you'll need much more than a day to take in this timeless city. The city is a real-life collage of piazzas, open-air markets, and astonishing historic sites. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, contemplate the Colosseum and the Pantheon, and sample a perfect espresso or gelato before spending an afternoon shopping at the Campo de’Fiori or Via Veneto. Enjoy some of the most memorable meals of your life here, too, from fresh pasta to succulent fried artichokes or a tender oxtail stew.
Restaurants in Rome

1. Santa Maria Sopra Minerva

Piazza della Minerva, 00186 Rome Italy +39 06 699 0672 http://www.basilicaminerva.it/
Excellent
68%
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4.5 based on 1,861 reviews

Santa Maria Sopra Minerva

Reviewed By JonathonGreen

Little remains of original 13th century church.Michelangelo sculpture inside.Superb 15th century frescoes including some by Lippi and the tomb of Pope Paul the 4th.Body of St Catherine of Siena (minus the head) lies under the high alter.

2. Santa Maria della Pace

Vicolo del Arco della Pace 5, Rome Italy +39 06 686 1156
Excellent
52%
Good
41%
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4.5 based on 164 reviews

Santa Maria della Pace

Reviewed By NewYorkBuckwheat - Huntington, United States

This church is right off the Piazza Navona. It has art work from several Renaissance masters that you wouldn’t expect in a church that is off the main radar of people visiting Rome. If your in Rome on Sunday, mass is lovely here in an intimate setting. Worth a visit.

3. S.Maria in Vallicella

Via del Governo Vecchio, 134, Rome Italy +39 06 687 5289 http://www.vallicella.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 197 reviews

S.Maria in Vallicella

Reviewed By 301ericw - Knoxville, United States

Just over the river bridge from the Vatican as you’re walking towards the City center. There’s a small stone like fountain in front. I posted a picture. Free entry and absolutely incredible

4. Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle

Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 00186 Rome Italy +39 06 686 1339 [email protected] http://santandrea.teatinos.org
Excellent
71%
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4.5 based on 421 reviews

Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle

Reviewed By antomusme_catania

Bellissimo monumento della cristianità. Una chiesa ricca di storia ed arte, con la seconda cupola più alta di Roma. E' stato un tuffo nella bellezza! Beautiful experience in Sant' Andrea della Velle. Inside you can find an interesting audioguide that the volunteers give you for a visit this beautiful church. The audioguides are given to you gratis, and you can give them an offer to help! Really suggest

5. Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola

Piazza Sant'Ignazio, 00186 Rome Italy +39 06 679 4406 http://www.chiesasantignazio.it/
Excellent
75%
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4.5 based on 3,807 reviews

Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola

Reviewed By JonathonGreen

On a delightful Rococo piazza.Has a Carlo Maderno Facada.Has 2 amazing frescoes by Andrea Pozzo which depict a fake dome and St Ignatius Loyola being welcomed to heaven.

6. Basilica di Sant'Agostino in Campo Marzio

Via della Scrofa 80 Piazza di S. Agostino, 00186 Rome Italy +39 06 6880 1962 [email protected] http://www.agostiniani.it/comunita-agostiniane-provincia/basilica-s-agostino-roma/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 264 reviews

Basilica di Sant'Agostino in Campo Marzio

Reviewed By dkny364 - New York City, United States

This church has a magnificent Caravaggio, the Madonna of the Pilgrims. Spend the Eur 1 to light the painting and enjoy. It is also within walking distance from San Luigi dei Francesi which is always mobbed, but not as well known as having a Caravaggio in situ.

7. Chiesa Rettoria San Girolamo Della Carita` a Via Giulia

Via di Monserrato 62/A Eliminare il riferimento nel titolo con Via Giulia, è dietro, 00186 Rome Italy +39 06 687 9786 http://www.chiesasangirolamo.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Chiesa Rettoria San Girolamo Della Carita` a Via Giulia

8. Chiesa Sant'Agostino

Piazza di Sant'Agostino 80, Rome Italy +39 06 6880 1962
Excellent
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

Chiesa Sant'Agostino

Reviewed By risi59 - Bluffton, United States

If I have one suggestion for Rome visitors, never pass up an opportunity to enter a church, no matter how inconspicuous they appear from the outside. This is our second visit, this time we were the guides for friends and family who came along this trip.This was a lesson we learned when, on a lark, we decided to check out the Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva because it was right outside our hotel...NEVER use the outside facade as an indication as to what is inside. The Art work, craftsmanship, and over the top elaborate side chapels are amazing. Show less

9. Vicolo Dell'Atleta

Vicolo dell'Atleta, Rome Italy
Excellent
71%
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Vicolo Dell'Atleta

10. Tempio di Giuturna

Largo di Torre Argenitina, 00186 Rome Italy
Excellent
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Tempio di Giuturna

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