Rome: St Paul Outside the Walls, Mamertine Prison, 3 Fontane Tour

Itinerary

1. 1
   Basilica Papale Di San Paolo Fuori le Mura 1 hour

   one of the four major basilicas of Roman Catholic church. According to the Christian tradition, the church filled with a sacred atmosphere was built exactly over the tomb of the apostle, not far from the site of his martyrdom.

2. 2
   Abbazia Delle Tre Fontane 40 minutes

   Today it is a quiet and peaceful monastery in the heart of Rome and one of the most venerated places in the city for pilgrims. Christian tradition holds that the Roman court sentenced the apostle to death for professing his creed. When Paul was beheaded his head bounced three times – miraculously producing three springs of water. You will see the three springs that still flow in the sanctuary of the monastery.

3. 3
   Carcer Tullianum 40 minutes · Admission included

   It's the oldest prison in Rome, where the Apostles St. Paul and St. Peter were imprisoned for 9 months and where, according to legend, they miraculously made water appear in order to baptize the guards.

Good to know

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Some sites are subject to opening hours during special ceremonies, and the order of the sites visited may vary according to circumstances of the day