Italy · Religious & Spiritual

2-Hour Religious Walking Tour in Rome with Tre Fontane and St. Paul

2 Hours Round trip from Via di Acque Salvie Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the serene Abbey of the Three Fountains in Rome's peaceful EUR district
  • 02 Discover the dramatic story of St. Paul's martyrdom at this sacred site
  • 03 Experience the tranquil fusion of early Christian history and modern devotion
  • 04 Visit the three miraculous springs linked by tradition to Saint Paul's martyrdom
  • 05 See Santa Maria Scala Coeli and the Sanctuary of Madonna della Rivelazione

Escape the crowds of central Rome and discover one of the city's most peaceful and spiritual corners at Tre Fontane, where early Christianity and modern devotion meet. This guided walking tour begins at the Abbey of the Three Fountains, a Trappist monastic complex surrounded by silence and greenery in the EUR district. Learn why this place has been sacred since Roman times and how it became linked to one of the most dramatic moments in Christian history, including the martyrdom of Saint Paul and the traditions that made it a place of pilgrimage.

Escape the crowds of central Rome and discover one of the city's most peaceful and spiritual corners at Tre Fontane, where early Christianity and modern devotion meet.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Rome
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Tre Fontane Abbey, Saint Paul's Martyrdom and Sacred Sanctuaries

Begin at the Abbey of the Three Fountains (Abbazia delle Tre Fontane).

  • Arrive at the peaceful Abbey of the Three Fountains in the EUR district.

  • Experience the serene monastic setting surrounded by eucalyptus trees.

  • Learn about the abbey's spiritual significance and its connection to early Christianity.

Visit the site of Saint Paul's martyrdom.

  • Proceed to the traditional site where Saint Paul was martyred.

  • Hear the story of his execution and its importance in Christian history.

  • Understand how this site became a place of pilgrimage and devotion.

Discover the three miraculous springs.

  • Explore the origin of the three springs believed to have emerged at the moment of Saint Paul's martyrdom.

  • Learn the symbolism and legends associated with each fountain.

  • Take time to reflect in this sacred and historic space.

Explore Santa Maria Scala Coeli.

  • Visit the church of Santa Maria Scala Coeli within the abbey complex.

  • Hear the powerful legend linked to visions of souls ascending to heaven.

  • Observe the architectural and spiritual features of this lesser-known sanctuary.

Conclude at the Sanctuary of Madonna della Rivelazione.

  • Walk to the nearby Sanctuary of Madonna della Rivelazione.

  • Learn about the Marian apparition associated with this sacred site.

  • End the tour with a moment of quiet reflection in a deeply spiritual setting.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Via di Acque Salvie 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guided walking tour
  • Licensed local guide

What's Not Included

  • Transportation to the starting point
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to and from the abbey

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera
  • Water

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
  • Bring a camera for photos.
  • Carry water to stay hydrated.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Abbazia delle Tre Fontane, Via di Acque Salvie, 1, 00142 Roma, RM, Italy
Tour start
Via di Acque Salvie, 1, 00142 Roma RM, Italy
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Via di Acque Salvie.

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