Private Papal Audience with Pope Francis: Unforgettable Experience in Vatican City
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Vatican City
Experience a private papal audience with Pope Francis in Vatican City. Witness the pontiff's blessings, teachings, and prayers, and receive his apostolic blessing. An unforgettable and spiritual experience.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vatican City - Papal Audience are held on Wednesdays if the Pope is in Rome, giving pilgrims and visitors the chance to “see the Pope” and receive the Papal Blessing or Apostolic Blessing from the successor of the Apostle Peter during their visit.
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour leader
  • Complimentary audience tickets
  • Private car pick-up service
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transfer back to your accommodation
Additional Information

Make the most of the chance to encounter Pope Francis up close. This enchanting event takes place in Vatican City every Wednesday, beginning in the late morning. Pope Francis makes his appearance at 9:30 am, after making a brief journey in his pope mobile. During this tour, the Pope takes the time to offer blessings to the crowds that gather along the barricades. A special consideration is given to those who are ill, infants, and the frail. The main event follows, which includes greetings in Italian and various global languages, a brief mass, and a blessing session where devotees present their holy items for the ultimate blessing. The interaction with the Pope involves minor teachings and readings. The event concludes with a collective recital of the Our Father prayer in Latin, led by the Pope. As the leader of the Catholic Church, he then bestows his Apostolic Blessing on the audience, which further extends to their ailing and struggling loved ones. Any religious articles such as rosary beads brought by the attendees for the purpose of the blessing are also consecrated.

  • Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
  • Security checks (like airport) is obligatory for everyone entering Vatican City
  • Wheelchair available on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Location
Vatican City
Cancellation Policy

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

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Donna_m
Jun 3, 2024
The best experience! - This was an unbelievable experience! Never would I have believed that I would be standing at the fence to wave at Pope Francis as he was slowly driven past us just a few feet away then sit in the 2nd row for the Mass. Our guide Stephania was wonderful! She took great care of us from the minute she picked us up at our hotel. She made sure we knew what was going on at all times- since everything was going on in Italian! I was also impressed by the colleagues working with her. Everyone seemed dedicated to making sure that we had a great experience. We loved it!
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