Aracoeli Church Rome Info & Hours

Located on the highest summit of Capitoline Hill, the Basilica of Santa Maria in Aracoeli, also known in English as Basilica of St. Mary of the Altar of Heaven, is a titular Basilica in Rome.
A little is actually known about its origin. According to some sources the church dates back to 880, while others say it was founded even before in 590 by Pope Gregory the Great.

The imposing staircase, made by 124 steps, leads to the main entrance of the church. Architect Vignola planned other two staircases, one leading to a lateral entrance directly into the monastery, while the other one leads to a gate, graced with a beautiful fresco of “Madonna and the Child”.

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Attraction Overview

Opening Hours: 9.00am - 6.30pm
Best Time To Visit: from 2.00pm
Tickets: Not Needed
Accessibility: Accessible

How to Visit

1CHECK IN ADVANCE THE BEST TIME VISIT

Check the Opening Hours in advance. Visits are not allowed during Masses celebration

3DRESSCODE

Entry to Rome’s churches and other places of worship is permitted only to appropriately dressed visitors. Low cut or sleeveless clothing, shorts, miniskirts and hats are not allowed.
Clothes must cover both your knees and shoulders. Capris are allowed.

OPENING HOURS

Mass Schedules
Holidays: 8.00 am, 12.00 pm
Weekdays: 8.00 am

Note: Visits are not allowed during Masses

Opening Hours

  • from May to September: 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
  • from October to April: 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
TICKETS INFO

Entrance to church of Santa Maria in Aracoeli is free

ACCESSIBILITY

Wheelchair Accessibility Service:
The church is accessible to wheelchairs

Phone Number:
+39 06 69763839

How to Reach

1FROM THE CITY CENTER TO ARACOELI CHURCH

Bus Lines: stop Ara Coeli/Piazza Venezia

3015181838587118

Tram Station:

8

Address:
Scala dell’Arce Capitolina 14, 00184 Rome, Italy
Get directions from Google Maps

ARACOELI

Aracoeli Historical Facts

In the Middle Ages the Church of Aracoeli became the main center of the political and religious life of Ancient Rome. Here, the popular leader Cola di Rienzo, tribune of the Roman people, gave public speeches, and also met his death. Several executions were performed at the foot of the church steps. Read More…

Aracoeli FAQ

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