Basilica di Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
Rome, Italy • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul
16°C – 28°C, warm and mostly dry, with some hot days, high crowds, peak season
16°C – 28°C, warm and mostly dry, with some hot days, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Main church accessible; crypts have stairs.
Main church accessible; crypts have stairs.
Value for money
High
Free entry and beautiful art made it a great value.
Free entry and beautiful art made it a great value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Ambiance
Couples found the Basilica's history and art perfect for a romantic, insightful visit.
Hidden Gem
Travelers raved about the peaceful atmosphere, a lovely escape for couples in Rome.
Stunning Frescoes
The Last Judgment frescoes offered couples a unique, memorable artistic experience.
Limited Access
Some couples noted the crypt stairs limited accessibility for all visitors.
Opening Hours
Couples found the fresco viewing times restrictive to their schedule.
Noisy Crowds
Peak season could make for a less intimate experience with bustling crowds.
How to book
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Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
2h - 3h
4.8
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USD 45
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GetyourguidePremium Experience with Hotel Pickup
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before
4h - 5h
4.9
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USD 70
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KlookPrivate Full-Day Tour
Non-refundable
8h - 10h
5.0
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USD 120
per_person
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-
Open
Not recommended
January
LOW
3-12°C
Cool and occasionally rainy
Cool and occasionally rainy
Open
None; regular opening hours apply
None; regular opening hours apply
Recommended
Ideal for peaceful visits; church open to the public
Ideal for peaceful visits; church open to the public
February
LOW
3-13°C
Cool, with mild days and occasional rain
Cool, with mild days and occasional rain
Open
None; regular opening hours apply
None; regular opening hours apply
Recommended
Good for unhurried exploration; accessible by public transport
Good for unhurried exploration; accessible by public transport
March
MEDIUM
5-16°C
Mild, with increasing sunshine
Mild, with increasing sunshine
Open
None; regular opening hours apply
None; regular opening hours apply
Recommended
Pleasant weather and manageable crowds; easy access by bus or tram
Pleasant weather and manageable crowds; easy access by bus or tram
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required