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Santa Maria in Cosmedin

Santa Maria in Cosmedin
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Type of Attraction
Religious, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Religion, History, Architecture, Art
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this attraction or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Availability Unknown
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Santa Maria in Cosmedin

Saint Maria Church in Cosmedin

Liars watch out!


Expert Pick Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
Piazza Bocca della Verità, 18
Rome, Rome 00186
+39 6 678 1419

Description

This basilica was constructed on the ancient site of a grocery market. Its famous facade consists of a portico with arches, inside which is a stone mask known as The Mouth of Truth, reputed to bite off the hand of any liar who dares to reach inside. Inside the basilica is a mosaic-covered floor and a wooden ceiling, added during successive restorations. Later restorations added the choir with two pulpits and the high altar in red granite. The seven story, Romanesque bell tower is considered the most beautiful in Rome.






Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9am-1pm, 3pm-6pm daily.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Indoor with no climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Circo Massimo
Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Walking
Notes: Bus: 44, 23, 95
Parking Availability: Limited


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