Church of Domine Quo Vadis

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4.6

( 8 reviews )

Churches, Place of worship

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Via Appia Antica, 51, 00179 Roma RM, Italy

+39 0651-204-41

The Church of Domine Quo Vadis is a small Catholic church located in Rome, Italy. Built in the 17th century, it is known for the stone marking the spot where Jesus is said to have appeared to Peter. The church is a popular tourist attraction and is visited by people from all over the world who come to see this historical and religious landmark. With its peaceful and serene atmosphere, the Church of Domine Quo Vadis offers visitors a place to pause and reflect. Whether it's to admire the architecture, delve into the history, or simply find a moment of quiet contemplation, the church provides a unique and meaningful experience for all who visit.

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Kate fulop

March 22, 2024

What a wonderful small church off the Appian Way. Regardless of your faith, the history and message are powerful. I know some may debate authenticity and historical accuracy, but to me, I believe in the message. To imagine the time period, and to think that Peter’s feet may have touched this stone is just unfathomable to me. Highly recommend a visit to pause, rest and reflect.

John denha

March 22, 2024

A small church with a powerful impact. The church is small and it supposedly built on the spot where St Peter meet The Christ while fleeing Roma and said Lord where are you going. A must stop on a Catholic pilgrimage

Phyllis wrubel

March 22, 2024

This church at the first look doesn’t have anything special but if you read the book Quo Vadis before visit, you will look at it in completely different way.

Tina mack

March 22, 2024

This small church is officially known as the Church of St Mary in Palmis or Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Piante. It is supposedly built over the site where, according to the Acts of Peter, when St. Peter met Jesus going the opposite way as he (St. Peter) was fleeing Rome. St. Peter then asked Jesus, "Lord, where are you going?" (Latin: Domine, quo vadis?), to which Jesus replied, "I am going to Rome to be crucified again". I walked here from the Catacombs of St. Callixtus (roughly a 1km walk) via the Ingresso Autobus Catacombe di S. Callisto. The above narrative is a good one to reflect on in this church, especially after the walk. As it's considered quite out of the way, there will not be many tourists around. The real footprints on a marble slab is allegedly contained in the Basilica of St. Sebastian, down the road.

Aiden stewart

March 22, 2024

Great and historic place, where St. Peter, while fleeing the city, encountered Jesus who was going towards the city. Peter asked Jesus "Quo vadis, Domine?", "Where are you going, Lord?" To which Jesus answered: "To Rome to be crucified another time." St. Peter realized that Christ was encouraging him to go back and face martyrdom instead of fleeing. St. Peter went back and not long afterwards he was crucified in the circus of Nero. He was crucified upside down, at his own request, because he did not regard himself worthy to die the same way as his Lord and Saviour.

Lucy wang

March 22, 2024

Simple but beautiful little church built on the place where Peter was fleeing Rome and encountered the resurrected Jesus and asked him " Domine Quo Vadis?", "Lord, where are you going?" Jesus was going to be crucified and Peter knew he was to follow him. Great place to meditate on your own vocation.

Brett pharis

March 22, 2024

If you are interested in having a conversation with Christ, this is a great poor church to feel His presence. Normal, but fascinating. Check the story of "Domine Quo Vadis" talking about the conversation that occurred between Jesus & Peter, when the latter wanted to escape Rome & not preach the gospel of salvation.

Daniel richter

March 22, 2024

This ancient Church of Domine Quo Vadis stands at the crossroads between the Appian Way and the Via Ardeatina, about 800 meters from Porta San Sebastiano and, according to tradition, was built in the place where Jesus appeared to the apostle Peter who was leaving Rome for escape martyrdom. To Peter's question "Domine, quo vadis?" ("Lord, where are you going?") Jesus would have replied "Venio Romam iterum crucifigi" ("I am coming to Rome to be crucified again"). At which the repentant apostle would return to Rome by being crucified.