Rome contains historical churches that document the evolution of Roman, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. The buildings display religious and artistic details from different periods. From St Peter's Basilica to the Gothic Santa Maria sopra Minerva, these churches offer insights into Rome's art history.
Vatican City, Italy
The largest Renaissance church in the world with a dome by Michelangelo and an area of 20000 square meters.
Rome, Italy
Roman temple from the 2nd century with the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world measuring 43.3 meters in diameter.
Rome, Italy
This papal basilica from the 5th century contains Byzantine mosaics and a gilded coffered ceiling from the 16th century.
Rome, Italy
The medieval building stands on a 4th century church and a 1st century Roman building.
Rome, Italy
The cathedral of Rome and the official ecclesiastical seat of the Pope.
Rome, Italy
One of the oldest churches in Rome, famous for its golden mosaics.
Rome, Italy
Situated on the Capitoline Hill, known for its stunning ceiling and artwork.
Rome, Italy
Home to Michelangelo's statue of Moses, this church also houses important relics.
Rome, Italy
A remarkable example of Renaissance architecture housing significant artworks.
Rome, Italy
Famed for its exquisite Byzantine mosaics and ancient columns.
Rome, Italy
Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, St. Dionigi Areopagita, and St. Louis IX, king of France.
Rome, Italy
An important example of early Christian basilica architecture with original features.
Rome, Italy
The Baroque church designed by Francesco Borromini features geometric patterns and a spiral lantern atop its dome.
Rome, Italy
This Baroque church contains Bernini's sculpture of Saint Teresa in the Cornaro Chapel, completed in 1652.
Rome, Italy
This Gothic church stands on the foundations of a Minerva temple and contains frescoes from the 15th century.
Rome, Italy
This 5th century church was renovated in the 12th century and contains Roman columns in its interior.
Rome, Italy
The 5th century church contains significant mosaics, an underground crypt and the marble statue of the saint by Stefano Maderno.
Rome, Italy
The 6th century complex includes three chapels, a cloister and garden on the site of the ancient Roman estate.