Papal Audience and St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour
- Rome
- Italy
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the pope himself! Join a group for special insights to make your experience even more memorable
About
Duration:
3 hours 50 minsSmartphone tickets accepted
Instant ticket delivery
Max group size:
20Free cancellation
Free rescheduling
Live guides:
German, English, Spanish, French, Italian.Overview
When in Rome... make it your mission to see the pope himself. Get early access to the papal audience ceremony, and witness the pope in action! It's not every day you get to see a figure of such importance up close.
Although papal audience tickets are free, organizing it all yourself can take precious time out of your trip to Rome. Save some hassle by joining this small group, secure a great place to watch the pope make his way to the stage, and join the weekly gathering which includes prayers, blessings and a homily.
After the audience, you'll have a guided tour of the iconic Basilica of St. Peter. As you tour the Renaissance-style church, with its famous dome (added by Michelangelo) and unrivalled architecture that Raphael also played a part in, you'll see masterpieces like Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino .
Attractions
- 2 attractions are available.
What's Included
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Reserved entrance to the Papal Audience
Free time after the tour to explore the Basilica at your own leisure
What's Not Included
Guided tour during Papal Audience
Guided tour for St Peter's Dome
Access to the Dome (available for additional price on the spot)
Skip the line entrance
Instructions
- Show your smartphone voucher to the Touristation staff carrying an orange umbrella next to the security check entrance in Piazza del Sant'Uffizio at the selected timeslot
- The guided tour of Basilica, after the Papal Audience, will be at 11:30
- Please report at the meeting point to meet the guide
- After the tour you can stay inside the basilica
- To access St. Peter's Basilica, please consider that from June to the end of August there could be long lines and the waiting time could be up to 1 hour
Additional Info
Not wheelchair-accessible
Tour subject to weather and liturgical events
Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free of charge. In peak times, you could wait in line for up to 1 hour to enter
Children under 3 can join for free, no ticket required.
In case of reservations of different languages, please make separate reservations
Tips
- Arrive early for the papal audience to get a good spot for viewing the Pope.
- Take a moment to participate in the prayers, blessings, and homily during the papal audience for a deeper experience.
- Wear respectful attire—no hats, sleeveless tops, or shorts are allowed. Make sure your knees and shoulders are covered.
- After the papal audience, enjoy your guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica to explore its artistic and architectural treasures.
- Keep your phone handy to show the voucher to the staff with the orange umbrella for easy check-in.
- Consider adding the Dome climb to your tour for an even more breathtaking view of the Vatican and Rome.
- During busy times, waiting times may increase, so be patient and bring along essentials like water and sunscreen.
- This is a rare opportunity to see the Pope in person—so soak in the atmosphere and enjoy the historic moment.
How to Get There
Frequently Asked Questions about Papal Audience and St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour
This tour includes reserved entrance to the Papal Audience, where you can see the pope up close. Afterward, you will enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica, where you'll explore the iconic church, its dome designed by Michelangelo, and masterpieces such as the Pietà and Baldacchino by Bernini.
With this tour, you’ll have early access to the Papal Audience ceremony and be part of a small group to secure a great spot to watch the pope make his way to the stage. This ensures you a closer view of this significant event.
No, this tour is not wheelchair-accessible due to the nature of the location and the requirements of the tour.
No, skip-the-line access is not included for St. Peter's Basilica. Although the tour provides priority access, there may still be waiting times, especially during peak seasons or for security checks. If you're visiting during busy months, it's advisable to arrive early to avoid long queues.
You can access St. Peter’s Dome during the tour, but it is available for an additional price that can be paid on-site.
The tour includes the Papal Audience, followed by a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica. The guided portion of the Basilica tour begins at 11:30 AM after the Papal Audience.
The meeting point is located in Piazza del Sant'Uffizio, next to the security check entrance. Look for the Touristation staff holding an orange umbrella. Please show your smartphone voucher to meet your guide.
There is a strict dress code for St. Peter's Basilica. You must have your knees and shoulders covered. Additionally, no hats, sunglasses, low-cut tops, sleeveless shirts, shorts, or clothing with rips/tears are allowed.
No, large bags and backpacks are not allowed. Please be mindful of the mandatory security checks, and plan accordingly for waiting times.
The Papal Audience takes place weekly, and during the ceremony, you can participate in prayers, blessings, and a homily by the Pope.
Yes, children under the age of 3 can join for free, with no ticket required. However, separate reservations may be needed for different language groups.
If you arrive late, you will not be able to join the tour, and it will be considered a no-show. No refunds are available for missed appointments.
Papal Audience and St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour
- Rome
- 3 hours 50 mins
See the pope himself, plus join a guided-tour of St. Peter's Basilica
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