Why choose this Rome tour ?

Experience an emotional and intense moment with this once-in-a-lifetime chance to join Pope Francis during his papal audience in the Vatican City.

You will experience great emotions and reflections with people from all around the world. At the Pontifical State’s discretion, the papal audience will be celebrated either in the glorious surroundings of the Piazza San Pietro, or in the beautiful Nervi Hall, decorated by a massive wood sculpture.



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What makes Papal Audience with Pope Francis in Vatican City a unique experience ?

Let us book your entrance and guide you to Pope Francis’ Public Audience. You’ll have just to get involved in this intense spiritual experience, without any stress in planning your day.

To live a very immersive experience in Catholic traditions, see Pope Francis himself and learn the unique history of the Vatican City, be part of our tour to Wednesday Papal Audience. The Audience represents a very intense point of contact between the Pope and the faithful coming from the four corners of the world.

Pope Francis and the Cardinals will pass through the crowd reaching their stage, greet and bless people in different languages, with hymns and homilies. To get your reserved pre-booked tickets with no stress and gain the sits available closest to the Pope, be supported by an expert local guide and an audio device, and be perfectly on time in this busy and requested great event, we recommend choosing this tour.

The Audience may be celebrated in the majestic venue of St. Peter’s Square or in the dedicated Nervi Hall, according to Vatican schedule. If in St. Peter’s Square, you will also walk with us close to the monumental Castel Sant’Angelo and along Via della Conciliazione, in order to reach St. Peter’s in the background and pass the security check-points to the Vatican City.

Our guide will tell you the story and the secrets of the Vatican, suggest where to sit and make your arrival works smoothly despite crowds. Then, at the end of the Audience (about 11:30/11:45 am), you will meet our guide again in Via della Conciliazione 48, to get refreshed with a complimentary bottle of water and to return the audio device.

Remember that Papal Audience tickets are free but very much in demand and that making your own arrival at this event could be very hard. So, book them with us in advance to be sure to take part in this once-in-a-life moment.

Piazza San Pietro

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Accommodation in St. Peter’s Square is not guaranteed: seats cannot be booked.
  • Admission tickets to the Papal Audience are free but we’d like to highlight that it’s mandatory to reserve tickets at least two months in advance. With our tours you don’t need the reservation: the price includes a booking service to the public audience and a professional guide. Accommodation in St. Peter’s Square is not guaranteed, as seats cannot be booked
  • In case of missing audio devices, an additional charge of 80,00€ net to us will be applied for each missing device
  • The meeting point is at 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
  • Tour ends after approximately 5 hours in Via della Conciliazione, 48
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica are active places of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Tour in German
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    Tour starts at 07:30 am,meeting point is 7:15 am Piazza del Risorgimento, at the Bar L’Ottagono-look for our staff-
  • Tour in English
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    Tour starts at 07:30 am,meeting point is 7:15 am Piazza del Risorgimento, at the Bar L’Ottagono-look for our staff-
  • Tour in Spanish
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    Tour starts at 07:30 am,meeting point is 7:15 am Piazza del Risorgimento, at the Bar L’Ottagono-look for our staff-

Papal Audience with Pope Francis in Vatican City Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Public Audience of the Holy Father
  • Headsets
  • Professional Guide
  • Assistant coordinator of the event

Not Included

  • Food and Drinks
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off

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Special Instructions:

    Meeting Point 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, at least 15 minutes before the starting time.

    Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 60 minutes prior to this time

    Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

    This tour may include a mass to be held indoor: in this case, a dress code is to be observed. Visitors must be dressed appropriately: no sleeveless blouses, no miniskirts, no shorts, and no hats are allowed.

    Emergency phone number:
    0039 06 474 2501 (6:30 AM – 8:00 PM 365 days)
    0039 348 8112027 (Whatsapp only)

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  • This Tour is Provided by Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 183 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.