Father Pio's Shrine from Bari (Apulia)

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About this activity

San Giovanni Rotondo is famous all over the world as the native city of St. Pio (known as Padre Pio) of Pietrelcina, and as the city where the venerated monk worked his miracles. Pius was beatified in 2002.In the Capuchin Monastery Padre Pio received the stigmata in 1918, and there where all those supernatural events that led to his sainthood and canonization took place as well. Visiting this Monastery and viewing the chambers where St. Pio conducted his life means jumping into a context of spirituality and mysticism; it is a destination that the devout and tourists alike should make every effort to visit.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Rome Italy Explora

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Youth (11–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance in the Church of "St.Maria delle Grazie"
Included: Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
Included: Entrance in the Church of St. Pio "Chiesa Grande"
Included: Lunch
Included: Entrance at St.Pio's Museum
Included: Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
Included: Visit of the Crypt which hosts the body of St. Pio

Not included

Not included: Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.

Itinerary

Bari

Passing by

Bari represents the starting point but also the end of the tour, because there will be 2 hours of driving time to get in San Giovanni Rotondo, and then 2 hours to come back from San Giovanni Rotondo to your accommodation
Santuario Padre Pio

4 hours Admission included

San Giovanni Rotondo is now famous all over the world as the native city of St. Pio (meaning Pius, and known in Italian as Padre Pio) of Pietrelcina, and as the city where the venerated monk worked his miracles. Pio was beatified in 2002, and it was he who founded the Sanctuary adjacent to the ancient Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Next to the Convent a second, larger Sanctuary (designed by noted architect Renzo Piano) was inaugurated on July 1, 2004.
Chiesa Di San Pio

one hour Admission included

**Saint Pio of Pietrelcina Church** is a modern sanctuary in San Giovanni Rotondo, designed by the renowned architect Renzo Piano. Inaugurated in 2004, it welcomes thousands of pilgrims each year and houses the remains of Saint Padre Pio. Its striking architecture and peaceful atmosphere make it one of Italy's most important pilgrimage sites.
Cella di Padre Pio

one hour Admission included

**Padre Pio's Cell** is the simple room where Saint Padre Pio lived and prayed for many years. Preserved with its original furnishings, it reflects his humble lifestyle, deep faith, and dedication to prayer. Today, it is a place of pilgrimage where visitors can experience a tangible connection to his life and spiritual legacy.
Convento Santa Maria delle Grazie

one hour Admission included

**The Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie** in San Giovanni Rotondo is the historic monastery where Saint Padre Pio lived for most of his religious life. Built in the 16th century, it became a renowned place of prayer, spirituality, and pilgrimage. Today, visitors from around the world come to discover its rich history and peaceful atmosphere.