Church of Saint Louis of the French (Chiesa di San Luigi dei Francesi) Tours and Activities

Stroll around Rome’s historical center and discover the tumultuous life and amazing masterpieces of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, the greatest and most famous painter of the Baroque art in Italy! His beautiful and fascinating paintings are mostly known for the incredible naturalism and for the dramatic use of lighting: thanks to bright shafts of light, noble and violent figures capture attention emerging from shadows. You’ll have the incredible chance to see this “tenebrism” from close in his great canvases, from the intriguing cycle on the theme of Saint Matthew the Evangelist to the raw violence of the Crucifixion of Saint Peter. And Caravaggio’s life was as dramatic as his paintings: his irritable and violent character led him to get involved in street-brawls and caused him trouble with the law, culminating in a death sentence for murder. Our knowledgeable guide will lead you through the alleys that were the scene of fights and brawls to the beautiful churches were Caravaggio’s breathtaking masterpieces continue to fascinate visitors after more than four centuries. This tour can be customized to meet your requests and special needs! Please contact us!

What would Rome have been without Caravaggio? Michelangelo Merisi from Caravaggio was a total innovator in the history of painting, revolutionary artist, eccentric and brawly genius. Exploring the center of Rome you will be able to admire his art and discover his adventurous life. Starting with San Luigi dei Francesi which contains three masterpieces - "la Vocazione di San Matteo", "il Martirio di San Matteo" and "San Matteo e l’Angelo" inside the Cappella Contarelli; then continue with a church not far away, la Chiesa Sant'Agostino where is possible to admire the masterpiece "Madonna dei Pellegrini" and leastly the last 2 masterpieces "Conversione di San Paolo" and "La Crocifissione di San Pietro" inside the church of Santa Maria del Popolo. The tour will also allow us to admire the streets and buildings that have marked the life in the roman stay of the artist like Via della Scrofa, Palazzo Firenze, Via della Lupa, Vicolo del Divino Amore, Via della Pallacorda and Palazzo Borghese.

The spectacular Baroque churches of Rome make this itinerary really special, a nice and relaxed walking tour with a stop for a typical coffee in an ancient place where the artists and famous writers stopped for a good drink and spoke about the culture and the policy in Rome at that time. A licensed tour guide will explain and show you the beautiful artworks of Bernini, the unique paintings of Caravaggio, and the spectacular paintings in a dome in St. Jesus Church. You will admire the facade of Sant'Agnese in Agone, as your guide talks about Rainaldi and Borromini, the two designers of the beautiful baroque churches.

This relaxed walking tour is a great chance to explore the very center of Rome, visiting some of the most beautiful landmarks of the Eternal City. The streets of Rome are home to some of the city’s finest art, and that is why it is often referred to as an “open air museum”. In around 3 hours, you walk through a picturesque part of the compact historic center of Rome, visiting its most iconic sights and some of the lesser-known corners. With a local, licensed and expert tour guide, you can hear the stories and anecdotes that bring these incredible sights to life. With a small group sizes up to 12 people, it’s easy to interact. Furthermore, when busy, the guide sports a flag so to be always in sight. All of this so you can relax and enjoy your walking tour of Rome. The “Churches, Squares and Fountains” walking tour is the perfect way to get to know some of the art and history of Rome travelling at an easy pace. Grab the opportunity to plunge yourself in the deep heart of Rome.

Explore the most iconic Roman landmarks, from the Spanish steps to Trevi Fountain, Pantheon to Piazza Navona, on this 90-minute stroll with a local guide. Toss the coin into the Trevi fountain, gaze in awe at the timeless Pantheon, see the tomb of Devine Raphael and much more. See the best Rome has to offer for less, with a passionate guide at a leisurely pace.

Rome hosts dazzling baroque artworks, and with this art-focused tour you’ll admire some of the city’s masterpieces. Join your guide near the Spanish Steps for a walking itinerary that takes in works by Caravaggio, Bernini, Raphael, and, of course, Michelangelo. Learn about the history and techniques behind spectacular art decorating the most famous churches in Rome, or request a customized tour to see the works that most interest you.

Take in the main sights of Rome on this small-group, 3-hour guided walking tour. Traverse the Eternal City on foot, stopping by sights such as the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, and the Pantheon among other landmarks. Visit the San Luigi dei Francesi church to admire works by Caravaggio before exploring the Mercato dei Fiori Numbers are limited to 8 people on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized attention at all times.

Many parts of Rome’s historic city center are closed to vehicles, but you’ll enjoy unobstructed views of the Eternal City’s top attractions in a comfortable, eco-friendly golf cart during this half-day tour. Cover top sights in a single day with just a few hours of sightseeing, from the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon to scenic Trastevere, and avoid walking long distances.

Maximize time in Rome with a comprehensive two-day tour. Skip the line with priority access tickets to see top attractions including the Vatican, Colosseum, and the Roman Forum. Explore the main highlights of Rome and see historic landmarks such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and experience local coffee culture at a typical Roman café during this small-group tour.

Follow in the footsteps of one of Rome’s most renowned former residents—and discover a number of his masterpieces—on this private, Caravaggio-themed tour. Led by a trained art historian, this tour includes stops at several of the Baroque painter’s former residences. You’ll also get to glimpse some of his striking canvases, including The Crucifixion of St. Peter, The Conversion of St. Paul, and The Calling of St. Matthew. As you go, learn more about Caravaggio’s life, and spot some of Rome’s other highlight attractions.

See the top attractions in the Eternal City with this efficient 3-hour walking tour of Rome. Walk through piazzas and streets to see monuments such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and the Church of St. Louis of the French.

Trace the dramatic life and visual legacy of Caravaggio on a private art tour in Rome. Visit beautiful churches to admire the painter’s original works while an expert guide shares scandalous details of his life and how he shaped the Baroque movement. Geared towards art enthusiasts, it's a great way to delve deeper into one of Rome's most influential and enigmatic masters.

Caravaggio was one of Italy’s most important painters, known for his revolutionary Baroque art. On this tour, discover Rome through the eyes of Caravaggio and see the sites that inspired his most memorable masterpieces. Visit lesser-known sites such as the Church of St. Louis of the French, the Basilica of Santa Maria del Popolo, and Palazzo Doria Pamphilj; learn what life was like in the Baroque era; and admire 16th-century artworks by Caravaggio.

Learn about life in the 17th century, during Caravaggio's era, with this unusual experience that combines food, wine, and art. You'll be served local an assortment of Italian foods paired with three different types of wine, with explanations from a local wine expert about each. You’ll also get to hear a historian speak about Caravaggio's works and, more generally, what life was like in Baroque Rome.

A nice way to discover the city centre and pick up in your mind and on your paper the best impressions of your favorite monuments . It's en educational walk , especially recommended for kids... but older kids like it very much as well ! while your are drawing or painting ,helped by the guide, you can listen to the history and anecdotes of the place. You 'll take your time, relaxing and having fun , you will learn a lot about Rome

What exactly can you expect from this tour? Immerse yourself in the Rome of wonders, saints, and the Roman Inquisition. Experience the contrast between the veneration of exemplary saints and the secular side of the former Papal States. Highlights: You will visit the Church of San Giovanni dei Fiorentini, the last resting place of Master Borromini. After that follows the famous Campo de'Fiori. A former field of flowers, transformed into a place of execution. Then "Sant'Andrea della Valle" will enchant you with the Barberini chapel. Then you will visit "Piazza Navona", with the fountain "Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi", by Bernini, and the church "Sant'Agnese in Agone", designed by Borromini. Afterward, we visit the church "Santa Maria delle Anima" with its colourfulness and "San Luigi dei Francesi", with the paintings of Caravaggio and Guido Reni. Finally, you will reach the highlight of the tour, the "Pantheon" and you will also discover the seat of the Roman Inquisition.

An art expert will guide us in discovering Caravaggio’s life and works. Admire the beautiful paintings in the churches of St. Louis of the French and St. Augustine. Visit to the painter’s house-workshop.

The Tour of the City Centre will give you the opportunity to discover Rome from the artistic, historical and legendary point of view. A long stroll from Spanish Steps to Navona Square, jumping forward and backward in time, from Roman Empire to modern times. Some of the highlights of the Tour: - Spanish Steps - Trevi Fountain - Pantheon - St. Ignatius Church - St. Louis Church - Navona Square

Chef Stefano Corvucci will personally take you on a journey of a lifetime. He will show you some of the hidden gems of Italian art, from the early Renaissance to the Baroque. Along the way, he'll stop with you at local trattorias describing for you the traditional foods of the region. You'll eat, laugh and be enchanted by Italian history, art and culture.

An expert guide will accompany you on a unique Roman art walking tour spanning from Piazza del Popolo to the Pantheon – covering some of the best places to visit in Rome. We will follow in the footsteps of the most influential and prolific painters of the Renaissance - Raphael Sanzio, and one of the most rebellious artists in Italian history - Caravaggio, who revolutionized Renaissance painting. We will discover the works of these great masters in some of the most beautiful churches in the historic center. This Rome art walking tour concludes with an aperitivo of typical Roman tastings at a local restaurant in the Pantheon area.

this experience will show you the most popular squares and fountains a walk through the city among sacred and profane. you will amazed discovering ancient buildings hidden inside the nowadays structure, the water in rome it's life and this life come to us directly from the ancient times threw the marvelous fountains, works of art from the Baroque and Neoclassical periods.

Spend a memorable half day discovering the most inspiring sights and enchanting views of Rome’s city center led by the charisma and knowledge of your dedicated small group tour licensed local guide, an art and culture expert. Take an unforgettable promenade through the delightful centro storico, the historic city center, a lively maze of picturesque flowered cobblestone streets and shop-lined alleys which lead to gorgeous square, the famed Roman piazzas and landmarks, all the way down to the Roman forum (the original city) and its most famous one, the Colosseum. Follow your guide’s lead to grasp the unique feel of Rome: festive, easygoing and richly endowed with historical reminiscences with some special refreshments on the road: coffee, water and gelato tasting will be your tasty stops!

The famous Piazza Navona is paved on the site of the Stadium of Domitian, built in the 1st century AD, and follows the form of the open space of the stadium. The ancient Romans went there to watch the agones "games), and hence it was known as "Circus Agonalis" (competition arena). It is believed that over time the name changed to in avone to navone and eventually to navona. During its history, the piazza has hosted theatrical events and other ephemeral activities. From 1652 until 1866, when the festival would take place, it was flooded on every Saturday and Sunday in August in elaborate celebrations of the Pamphilj family. The church San Luigi dei Francesi is the national church in Rome of France. The three world-renowned canvases of Caravaggio are in Contarelli Chapel. You will be stunned by the view of this Baroque masterpiece! At the end of the tour you will taste an excellent ice-cream.

Join this 2-hour walking tour at night "hunting" some ghosts from the past, among roman streets in company of a local guide, listening to stories about mysterious legends and interesting myths...