Basilica di Sant’Agostino

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Basilica di Sant’Agostino

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Renaissance church with Caravaggio, Raphael, St. Monica's tomb

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P.za di S. Agostino, 00186 Roma RM, Italy Get directions

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"Named among the churches where significant Caravaggio works are displayed and recommended for those following a thematic pilgrimage to the artist's dispersed oeuvre." - Laura Itzkowitz Laura Itzkowitz Laura Itzkowitz is a writer and editor based in Rome. She has been contributing to Travel + Leisure since 2014, when she started as a fact checker before becoming a contributing digital editor in 2015. She has also held positions as a contributing editor at The Points Guy and the NYC cities editor at DuJour Magazine. In addition to Travel + Leisure, her writing has appeared in Architectural Digest, Surface Magazine, Brooklyn Magazine, T Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Vogue, GQ, Departures, Afar, Fodor's, Town & Country, Condé Nast Traveler, Robb Report, Hemispheres, and others. When she's not jetsetting around Italy and beyond, she can be found in Rome, enjoying some cacio e pepe or relaxing at home with her husband and two dogs. Originally from the Boston area, Laura moved to New York City in 2011 to pursue a master's degree in creative writing and translation at Columbia University. She also holds a bachelor's degree in French from Smith College. * 10+ years of experience writing and editing * Co-wrote "New York: Hidden Bars & Restaurants," an award-winning guide to New York City's speakeasy scene published by Jonglez Editions in 2015 * Contributed to "Fodor's Brooklyn," published by Penguin Random House in 2015, which won silver in the Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism competition * Contributed an essay to "Epic Hikes of Europe," published by Lonely Planet in 2021 * Updated the 2022 edition of "Fodor's Essential Italy" Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"An historic church containing works by Caravaggio, whose dramatic lighting and naturalistic style stand out amid the ecclesiastical art on display, rewarding visitors who seek out his masterpieces off the usual tourist trail." - SilverKris

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Dominic C.

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A beautiful church with extraordinary artwork by Caravaggio. The tomb of St Monica is within the church and it was wonderful to be there for Mass and prayers at her shrine.

Mary T.

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It is very close to Piazza Navona. As an Augustinian - it’s a must see! The origin of the Order of St. Augustine (O.S.A) started here. The tomb of St. Monica is in the chapel. Caravaggio’s painting - Mary, Mother of Pilgrims, is in display, left side in the rear of the church, when you enter. It’s free to enter, check schedule in advance. Open morning, close around lunch, open again in the afternoon. Please give a small donation. Part of the church is being renovated.

A D

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Absolutely beautiful church that holds the relics of the phenomenal St. Monica in a beautiful side chapel. Well worth stopping in for a prayer and joining your tears to St. Monica’s in praying for all those lost from the Church. An English-speaking nun was also there to open the doors and was very helpful. I asked if she could get a priest to hear a confession in English and she went way out of her way to make it happen.

Patrick V.

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May 2025. Visited as part of the Patronesses of Europe and Doctors of the Church pilgrimage. Beautiful church that makes my neck hurt looking up

Pong L.

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This basilica is absolutely stunning, it houses some amazing works of art by some of the greatest renaissance painters. The architecture in the building is incredible, its atmosphere is very calming. I really enjoy spending time here and have been several times. I would definitely recommend going to visit this amazing church and seeing its beautiful structure and wonderful works of art.

dinaaa

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I came here for Caravaggio's painting "Madonna of the Pilgrims"; this is one of the few places in Rome where you can see this artist's paintings for free (It also houses Raphael's fresco "The Prophet Isaiah”). However, Basilica itself is simply beautiful, even though it is currently undergoing restoration work. It is one of the first Renaissance churches in the city.

BradinHK

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This is a very nice church to visit if you like to view important art while seeing important historic churches. There are fine works by Bernini, Rapheal and an important Caravaggio masterpiece to be viewed at Basilica di Sant' Agostino.

iRINA Y.

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It has a painting of Caravaggio amazing and provocative as usual. To illuminate it you need to pay 2 EUR, and it is worth it. Check carefully the opening hours, as in Google it is not correct, like it was in this case today, 25/03/2025

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Basilica di Sant’Agostino

Dominic C.

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A beautiful church with extraordinary artwork by Caravaggio. The tomb of St Monica is within the church and it was wonderful to be there for Mass and prayers at her shrine.

Mary T.

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A D

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Patrick V.

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May 2025. Visited as part of the Patronesses of Europe and Doctors of the Church pilgrimage. Beautiful church that makes my neck hurt looking up

Pong L.

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dinaaa

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BradinHK

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iRINA Y.

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