Is Santa Maria Maggiore under scaffolding?
Yes, it should look like the photo.
Short answer: As of 2 Nov 2026, Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome is clear of scaffolding, with no works or closures reported.
No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Current status
- Status
- Clear
- Last checked
- 2 Nov 2026
Latest visitor photo
No dated visitor photo yet.
Visiting Santa Maria Maggiore
Book skip-the-line entry or a guided visit, and check the official site the week you travel.
Other landmarks in Rome
Basilica di San ClementeScaffolding went up in January 2026 with short winter closures. We found no report confirming it has come down.Unconfirmed
Altare della Patria (Vittoriano)No works reportedClear
Appian WayNo works reportedClear
Archbasilica of St. John LateranNo works reportedClear
Baths of CaracallaNo works reportedClear
Castel Sant'AngeloNo works reportedClear
Circus MaximusNo works reportedClear
ColosseumOpen. A 2026 restoration rebuilt part of the arena floor on the southern side to show the original layout; it does not hide the exterior.Clear- Column of Marcus AureliusThe laser cleaning in Piazza Colonna was due to finish in early 2026.Clear
- Galleria BorgheseNo works reportedClear
Mouth of TruthNo works reportedClear
Palatine HillNo works reportedClear
Questions
Is Santa Maria Maggiore under scaffolding or closed?
Yes, it should look like the photo. No scaffolding, closure or major works found in official notices or news when we last checked. Small cleaning jobs and short closures can still happen.
Are any works planned at Santa Maria Maggiore?
No works are announced at Santa Maria Maggiore as far as we know. We last checked on 2 Nov 2026.
What can I visit instead of Santa Maria Maggiore?
Pantheon in Rome is a good alternative that is open.
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