Rome’s Great Basilicas Virtual Tour – Jubilees & Papal Traditions

Come and embark on a mesmerizing virtual journey through Rome’s four Major Basilicas, where we’ll uncover the fascinating history of the Jubilee—a sacred tradition that is set to conclude this year.

Travel back in time with us as we explore the origins of this extraordinary celebration, which began in 1300 when Pope Boniface VIII invited pilgrims from all over Europe to visit Rome’s four Major Basilicas: St. Peter’s, St. Paul Outside the Walls, St. Mary Major, and St. John Lateran.

Our immersive virtual tour will transport you inside these monumental churches, where you’ll admire their majestic architecture, breathtaking mosaics, and priceless artistic treasures. This captivating journey will guide you through centuries of faith, art, and culture!

And that’s not all, we’ll also delve into the mysterious and fascinating history of the Conclave, the secretive process through which a new Pope is chosen. From ancient rituals to the meaning of the white smoke, you’ll discover how this centuries-old tradition has shaped the leadership of the Catholic Church.

Let us guide you on a unique voyage through Rome’s most important Basilicas while unveiling the rich stories behind the Jubilee and the Conclave—all from the comfort of your own home.

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

03.00 pm – 04.00 pm EST (New York Time)

Check in your timezone here

Time zones examples:

  • Rome Time: 09.00 pm
  • London Time: 08.00 pm
  • Los Angeles Time: 12.00 pm

In case of bad weather, the virtual walking tour will be cancelled and rescheduled.

ℹ️ How much does the virtual tour cost?

Our virtual tours are tip-based and not free, they rely entirely on contributions from participants. This means we do not impose a fixed ticket price to join. Every participant is welcome to take part in the tour and decide how much to contribute based on their satisfaction and personal budget.

Please note❗: To ensure the sustainability of the project, we regularly monitor the donations received, based on participation in previous tours, and, if necessary, we may apply participation limits or suspend accounts.This is essential to maintain the quality of our tours, ensure fairness, and continue rewarding the valuable work of our guides. You can leave a tip here:

Can’t watch our virtual tour live due to the time zone or are you unable to join us live? Register at the virtual tour and we will send you the recording  hence you can watch it  in your own time! Recordings are also tip-based, as they support our cultural project and the work of our guides.

If you register for a tour but cannot attend live or watch the recording, we kindly ask you to unsubscribe before the tour begins. Otherwise, your registration will still be counted as participation.

How to Join:

The tour will be hosted on Zoom. To register, you are required to enter your full name (first and last name). After the registration, you will receive via email a personal link to access the virtual event. To protect your privacy, your camera will be disabled during the event.

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