Discover hidden masterpieces in churches
Rome’s churches are home to some of its finest masterpieces and they’re free to visit! From Caravaggio’s Renaissance paintings to sculptures by Bernini and Michelangelo, or simply the awe-inspiring architecture, there’s plenty to uncover. The more you explore, the more you’ll find.
Itinerary
Visit San Luigi dei Francesi (between Piazza Navona and the Pantheon) to see three stunning Caravaggio paintings at the end of the left aisle.
Head to Sant’Ignazio di Loyola to witness its incredible optical illusion: a painted dome that isn’t real. While there, use the mirror provided to admire the breathtaking ceiling or to take a picture for the Gram!
Explore San Pietro in Vincoli, near the Colosseum, to marvel at Michelangelo’s life-like sculpture: the Moses.
Don’t miss the Church of Gesù near Piazza Venezia, where a daily baroque engineering spectacle happens at 5 PM.
3 Local Tips
It’s easy to add one of these churches to your itinerary.
Take a moment to sit down and soak in the serene atmosphere, surrounded by centuries of art.
No lines, no tickets, just walk right in.
Recap
San Luigi dei Francesi
Year-round.
Other tips
Take the train to Castelgandolfo
Roma Termini
Spring through early fall is ideal, especially for the garden tours and lakeside walks. But it's charming year-round, and quieter in the off-season.
Ariccia
Regional train
Year-round, but autumn is especially lovely—cooler temperatures, seasonal mushrooms, and truffles begin to appear on menus.
Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano
Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
Any time of year. Mornings are best for visiting the basilica before crowds arrive. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable walking weather.
Take the train to Castelgandolfo
Roma Termini
Spring through early fall is ideal, especially for the garden tours and lakeside walks. But it's charming year-round, and quieter in the off-season.
Ariccia
Regional train
Year-round, but autumn is especially lovely—cooler temperatures, seasonal mushrooms, and truffles begin to appear on menus.
Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano
Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
Any time of year. Mornings are best for visiting the basilica before crowds arrive. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable walking weather.
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