Papal Audience with Hotel Pickup and Tour Escort-Led Papacy Discussion

Sightseeing  :  Italy  :  Latium And Rome  :  Rome  :  Christian Tours

With the election of Pope Francis I, the Papal Audiences have become a lively event in the Vatican State. Experience a live blessing by Pope Francis I while seated among the colonnades of the wonderful St. Peters Square or inside the Nervi Hall. Hotel pickup from selected hotels, admission tickets and tour escort-led papacy discussion enjoyed on the walk to St. Peter's Square are included.After the driver picks you up approximately 30 to 60 minutes prior to departure time, your driver will take you to a designated meeting point located near Vatican City. Upon meeting your tour escort, you will hear some of the most important stories of the Papacy and the Vatican State while on a pleasant and short walk to St. Peter's Square. Your tour escort will assist you to locate the perfect spot to see the Pope and Cardinals who will be giving the blessing in many languages. The total experience will last about 4 hours and will end in St. Peter's Square at completion of the blessing.

Please note: Although Papal Admission tickets are complimentary, they are very difficult to book. Blessings are not guaranteed and can be cancelled at any time due to other commitments, trips or similar circumstances and is strictly based upon availability. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.