Papal Audience and Guided Tour in English
Join an unusual tour combining art, culture and devotion, accompanied by a specialized guide accredited by the Vatican City.The wonder of discovering, every Wednesday, from spring to autumn, a sleepy and quiet St. Peter’s Square disclosing its treasures before your very eyes. Your guide will entertain you with stories from great history and everyday life, anecdotes and explanations of historical, artistic and archaeological nature related to the square and the Basilica.At the end of the guided tour in English, you will take place in your exclusive and reserved seat, to attend the Papal Audience. This is not a religious celebration, but a meeting occasion dedicated to devotees and pilgrims, who can meet Pope Francis and receive his blessing. Aboard the Popemobile, the Pope will tour the square departing from the Arch of the Bells; along the path, he will make several stops to greet and embrace the attendees. The duration of the audience is about 1 hour and a half.
Highlights
- Experience a tour that combines art, culture and devotion
- Listen to anecdotes and explanations related to St
- Peter’s Square and the Basilica in English
- Attend the Papal Audience with an exclusive and reserved seat for you
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
3 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Guided walking tour
- Headsets (to hear the guide)
Where you'll meet
Your tour guide will await you in front of the Sanpietrino Caffè with a red flag with "Saints Tour" logo.
Operated by
Saints Tour
Important information
Know in advance:
* The Vatican City (under whose jurisdiction St. Peter’s Square falls) is a distinct and independent State, subject to its own laws and security regulations. The local operator, therefore, is not responsible for any delays at the entrance due to controls and/or technical problems
* Your guide is specialized and officially accredited by the Vatican State. The guide service will end at the beginning of the Papal Audience