Must-See: The Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
Designed by Michelangelo himself, the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri was built into the ruins of the famous Diocletian Baths, deriving its name from a legend of Christian martyrs who died during its construction.
The Church of St. Louis of the French
The Church of San Luigi dei Francesi is the national church in Rome of France, famous for the three paintings by Caravaggio dedicated to San Matteo and for the frescoes by Domenichino.
Sant’Ignazio Church in Rome
The Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola at Campus Martius in Rome
The Church of San Pietro in Vincoli
San Pietro in Vincoli: a Church located in the neighbourhood of Monti in Rome
Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza
Located behind the hidden walls of Palazzo alla Sapienza, this Baroque marvel is very hard to spot from the outside.
Chiesa di Sant’Antonio in Campo Marzio
This church, serving the Portuguese community since 1445, may be small but it’s the epitome of opulence.
The Church of Santo Stefano Rotondo
Behind an ancient wall, set back in a secluded garden, lies one of the most unique churches in Rome: the church of Santo Stefano Rotondo.
Chiesa Del Gesù in Rome
The Chiesa del Gesù used to be the headquarters of the Jesuit Brothers. Built by Giacomo della Porta after a plan of the great Michelangelo had been dismissed.
Santa Maria Antiqua
The Ancient Church of Saint Mary, located in the Roman Forum and covered in frescos, reopens after 30 years of extensive excavation work
Santa Maria Sopra Minerva Church
The Dominican Santa Maria Sopra Minerva (13th-century) is the only Gothic church in Rome.