The Holy Stairs, which pilgrims climb on their knees, lead to the Sancta Sanctorum, the popes' private chapel; the sanctuary is run by Passionist fathers across the square from San Giovanni in Laterano.
- Address
- Piazza di San Giovanni in Laterano 14, 00185 Roma
- Hours
- Sanctuary Mon-Sat 6:00-14:00, 15:00-19:00; Sun 7:00-14:00, 15:00-19:00 (to 18:30 Nov-Mar). Sancta Sanctorum Mon-Sat 9:00-13:30, 15:00-17:15; Sun 15:00-17:15
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 30 min
- Price
- Sanctuary and Holy Stairs free; Sancta Sanctorum chapel EUR 3.50 full / EUR 3 reduced (scala-santa.com, 2026)
- Price level
- €
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Stairs: Mon-Sat 6:00-13:30 and 15:00-18:30 (to 18:00 Nov-Mar); Sundays from 7:00.
- The Sancta Sanctorum ticket is paid at the entrance in cash or card; groups over 20 must book by email.