Basilica della Santa Casa, Loreto
Loreto, Italy
Visitor Information
Museum Address
Piazza della Madonna 1, 60025 Loreto AN, Italy
Loreto, Italy
Ticket Prices
Free
Featured Artists
1 artists in database
The Basilica della Santa Casa in Loreto is one of Italy's most important pilgrimage sites, built to enshrine the Holy House (Santa Casa), which tradition holds was miraculously transported from Nazareth to Loreto in 1294. Construction of the basilica began in 1469 and continued for over a century.
The marble screen encasing the Holy House was designed by Bramante and decorated by Andrea Sansovino and other sculptors. Luca Signorelli painted frescoes in the Sacristy of St. John between 1477 and 1480, among his earliest major commissions. Melozzo da Forlì contributed vault frescoes in the Sacristy of St. Mark, and Lorenzo Lotto spent his final years decorating the basilica's treasury.
Basilica della Santa Casa, Loreto in Loreto, Italy houses 5 masterpieces in our database, including works by Luca Signorelli. Notable works include View of the Vaulting of the Sacristy of St. John and The Conversion of Paul.
Famous Works at Basilica della Santa Casa, Loreto
Browse 5 notable artworks in our database. Click any work to see details and plan your visit.
Visiting Basilica della Santa Casa, Loreto
Yes, the basilica is free. The Treasury Museum (Museo-Antico Tesoro) has a separate €5 admission.
The Santa Casa (Holy House) is believed to be the house where Mary received the Annunciation, reportedly transported from Nazareth to Loreto in the 13th century.
Weekday mornings are quietest. Avoid December 10 (feast day) and August pilgrimage season unless you want the full pilgrimage experience.
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Browse Our CollectionPlease note: Artwork locations and display status may change. Some paintings may be on loan, in restoration, or moved to different galleries within the museum. We recommend contacting Basilica della Santa Casa, Loreto directly to confirm specific artwork availability before your visit.
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