Aquileia Basilica and Ancient City Guided Tour for Catholics

Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
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Duration3h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Aquileia, a historical and spiritual jewel, on a private tour designed to immerse you in the heart of one of the most important cities of antiquity. With an experienced Catholic guide, you will explore the archaeological and religious wonders of this city, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site , that has its roots in the greatness of the Roman Empire and the birth of Christianity.

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+ transfer from Venice

car or minivan
Pickup included

Private Tour of Aquileia: A Journey to the World Heritage Site

Pickup included

What's included

  • Transfer
  • Tickets
  • Experienced Catholic Guide
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Basilica di Aquileia
    1h · Admission ticket included
    We will begin our visit to the Basilica of Aquileia, a masterpiece of early Christian art, famous for its mosaics that tell stories of faith and daily life. With your expert guide, you will understand the deep meaning of this place, where the city became one of the main Christian centers of the Roman Empire.
  2. Area Archeologica di Aquileia - Foro Romano
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The tour continues with a walk through the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Theater and the city walls, which tell of Aquileia's grandeur in antiquity, but also of its important function as a spiritual center. Along the Via Sacra, we will let you relive the atmosphere of a city that was a crossroads of cultures, religions and trade.
  3. Museo Nazionale Paleocristiano
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Finally, we will conclude our trip at the Early Christian Church Museum, where you will have the opportunity to discover how Aquileia became one of the most significant places for the spread of the Christian faith in Europe. A private tour designed to introduce you not only to the archaeological history, but also to the rich spiritual legacy of Aquileia, through the eyes of a Catholic guide who will help you grasp the connections between the greatness of the past and the faith that still animates this extraordinary place today.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you at the bell tower in front of the Basilica with a sign with your name on it.

End point

Your guide will be waiting for you at the bell tower in front of the Basilica with a sign with your name on it.

Pickup details

Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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