Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (traditional tomb)
Rome, Italy
Piazzale San Paolo 1, 00146 Rome, Italy
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VISITOR INFORMATION
The tomb is visible through an opening below the papal altar. Respect worship services and posted visitor rules. The basilica lists free daily entry; its cloister is a separate paid visit. Check its current timetable before travel.
The basilica is open daily 7 a.m.–6:30 p.m. with free admission. The cloister has a separate admission charge; check the basilica for current arrangements.
Consider March–May or October–November for more comfortable weather; confirm current access and visiting hours.
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About Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (traditional tomb)
The Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls stands over the traditional burial place of the apostle Paul.
The Holy See maintains the basilica as an active place of worship and pilgrimage. Its present fabric reflects rebuilding after the 1823 fire as well as earlier remains.
History happened here at Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (traditional tomb)
Christian tradition places Paul’s burial along the Ostian Way outside Rome’s ancient walls. The basilica developed at that site and was enlarged in late antiquity.
A viewing opening beneath the papal altar now allows visitors to see the sarcophagus traditionally identified as Paul’s tomb. The identification remains a matter of historical and religious tradition.
PEOPLE WHO DIED HERE
PEOPLE AT REST HERE
Paul the Apostle
EXTERNAL LINKS
Holy See, tradition and tomb of St Paul: https://www.vatican.va/various/basiliche/san_paolo/en/basilica/tomba.htm
Papal Basilica, current hours and address: https://basilicasanpaolo.org/en/timetable/
Holy See, basilica history: https://www.vatican.va/various/basiliche/san_paolo/en/basilica/storia.htm
Map coordinates: https://www.turismoroma.it/en/places/papal-basilica-st-paul-outside-walls