San Lorenzo fuori le Mura

San Lorenzo fuori le Mura is built from two medieval basilicas joined end to end, which is why its high altar sits mid-nave rather than at the apse. One of only two Roman churches damaged in WWII bombing, it stands beside the Campo Verano cemetery, above the catacomb where St. Lawrence himself is said to be buried, and is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches.

Highlights

01

Tomb of St. Lawrence

The tomb and relics of St. Lawrence, along with relics of St. Stephen the Protomartyr.

02

Blood of St. Lawrence

A marble slab said to bear drops of St. Lawrence’s blood.

03

Catacomb of San Lorenzo

Adjoins the ancient Catacomb of San Lorenzo.

Also of note

  • Sixth-century mosaics on the triumphal arch and 13th-century portico frescoes
  • A Cosmatesque floor and papal altar by the Cosmati family

Address & Official Website

Piazzale del Verano 3, 00185 Roma

www.basilicasanlorenzofuorilemura.it