Papal Audience with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City

4.3 (244 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration4h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Rome offers a special chance to join a Catholic tradition and see Pope Leone XIV during the Wednesday Papal Audience. This moving event brings together people from around the world. Watch the Pope and Cardinals greet the crowd, offer blessings, and share hymns and homilies. With pre-booked tickets, you’ll sit closer, follow everything with an audio device, and get support from a local guide.

The Audience is held in St. Peter’s Square or Nervi Hall, based on the Vatican’s schedule. If outdoors, enjoy a scenic walk past Castel Sant’Angelo and along Via della Conciliazione. A guide will help you through security and find your seat. After it ends around 11:30 AM, meet your guide again to return the headset.

Options

Spanish Tour

Tour in Spanish: Meeting point is at 7:30 am Piazza del Risorgimento, at the Bar L’Ottagono - look for our staff wearing the I Love Rome logo.

English Tour

Tour in English: Meeting point is at 7:30 am Piazza del Risorgimento, at the Bar L’Ottagono - look for our staff wearing the I Love Rome logo.

What's included

  • Public Audience of the Holy Father
  • Headsets
  • Professional Guide
  • Assistant coordinator of the event
  • Food and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off

What to expect

  1. Piazza del Risorgimento
    20m
    Secure your spot to Pope Leo XIV Public Audience!
  2. St. Peter's Square
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy your spot at the famous weekly mass held by the Pope!
  3. St. Peter's Square
    10m · Admission ticket included
    At the end of the tour, it is essential to proceed to the Emporio Vaticano (Piazza Papa Pio XII n.1) to return the headset provided in the morning. Please make sure not to miss this final step, as it is required to properly complete your experience. Thank you for your cooperation!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

07:15 am Piazza del Risorgimento just at the center of the square at the bar l'Ottagono-look for our staff with our pink logo I love Rome.

End point

At the end of the tour, it is essential to proceed to the Emporio Vaticano (Piazza Papa Pio XII n.1) to return the headset provided in the morning. Please make sure not to miss this final step, as it is required to properly complete your experience. Thank you for your cooperation!

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code: Please wear appropriate clothing for a religious event
  • Limited availability; book early
  • Papal Audience tickets are free but must be secured in advance
  • Seating: No seating assignments, but your guide will help you get the best spot

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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