Experience a hassle-free visit to Vatican City with this exclusive tour, where your expert guide will introduce you to the Vatican's rich history and ensure you get the most out of your Papal Audience with Pope Leo XIV!
After the passing of the beloved Pope Francis on Easter Monday 2025, the election of Pope Leo XIV at the end of the second day of the Conclave marked a historic moment for the Church and for the wave of faithful present at the moment of the announcement.
The white smoke from the Sistine Chapel on May 8, 2025, brought enthusiasm and hope to millions, signaling the beginning of a new era. This Papal Audience offers a unique opportunity to witness the inaugural blessing of the new Pope.
Every Wednesday, thousands of people gather to hear the Pope's message. Weather permitting, the audience takes place in the stunning St. Peter's Square. In case of inclement weather, the audience moves to the Paul VI Hall, designed by architect Pier Luigi Nervi in 1971.
Your tour begins with a stroll through the Borgo neighborhood, one of Rome's most historic neighborhoods, which will lead you to St. Peter's Square. Experience the inspiring atmosphere as you approach the square, steeped in centuries of history.
While tickets to the Papal Audience are free, they're hard to come by, so we recommend booking yours in advance for a seamless experience. Arriving early will give you a prime spot to see Pope Leo XIV. You may even have the rare chance to shake his hand as he walks through the crowd toward the stage. The Pope's keynote address is delivered in Italian, followed by greetings in at least eight languages, providing a truly international experience.
Don't miss this historic opportunity to see the newly elected Pope in person — book early!
After the audience, your guide will meet you on Via della Conciliazione, just steps from St. Peter's Square, to conclude this unforgettable experience. Notes: *Although tickets to the Papal Audience are free, they must be reserved at least two months in advance. The price of your tour includes pre-booking these limited tickets and a professional guide who will take you to the Square and provide useful information.
*With no seating assignments, your guide will make sure you get the best seats possible!
*Before entering the square, visitors will have to go through controls and a metal detector.
End of the tour near Via della Conciliazione, 48 (near St. Peter's Square).
Highlights
Attend the audience with Pope Leo XIV
Listen to the Pope's message of peace and receive his blessing
Priority access to St. Peter's Square
Exclusive commentary from a local guide
Ticket reservations
What includes and does not include
Local guide in Spanish
Tickets for the Square
Wireless audio headset so you can always hear your guide
Vatican Museums or Sistine Chapel
Entrance to the Basilica
Roundtrip transportation to hotels
Food, beverages and other unspecified services
Tips are optional
Meeting point
Bar Caffetteria L’Ottagono na Piazza del Risorgimento (350 m da linha A do metrô, estação Ottaviano) 15 minutos antes do início do seu passeio (procure nossa equipe vestindo uniformes ou coletes rosa com o logotipo "I Love Rome").
Para cancelamentos até 24 horas antes do horário de início do serviço, não há cobrança. Para cancelamentos solicitadas com 24 horas ou menos, não há devolução. Será cobrado o valor integral. Se o serviço for cancelado pelo operador devido a imprevistos de qualquer ordem, o valor será reembolsado integralmente.
General Rules
*Although tickets for the Papal Audience are free, they must be reserved at least two months in advance. The price of your tour includes advance reservation of these limited tickets and a professional guide who will take you to the Square and provide useful information.
*No seating assignments, your guide will make sure you get the best seats possible!
*Before entering the square, visitors will have to go through controls and a metal detector.
End of the tour near Via della Conciliazione, 48 (near St. Peter's Square).
