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Papal Audience Guided Tour

Crowd gathered at St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, for a mass event.
Statue of Saint Peter in front of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.
Tourists walking in St. Peter's Square with St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
St. Peter's Basilica interior with ornate dome and altar in Vatican City.

Duration

2 hr 30 min - 5 hr

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Guided tour

See Pope LEO XIV up close at the Wednesday Papal Audience with a guide who handles your tickets, secures your spot, and explains the ceremony—upgrade to include a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica.

4.0/5

(860)

Antje Dietsche

Antje

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Tour starts early at about 7:15h. It takes about 1.5 h to pass a Souvenir Shop, the gates and the security check. The guide took good care of the group so nobody got lost. He managed to navigate us to some great seats in the right block in the very front, close to the drive way of the Papamobil, so we could see the Pope from very close distance. The Guide left at about 8:30h with some tips what to do after the audience. Be aware of interesting(!) timing: The audience ended shortly after 11 a.m. , not like mentioned on the tickets at 10h. So allow plenty plenty of time between your activities, to avoid missing a following tour (make sure you understand the no-refund policy)!!!
MASATO SUGIURA

Masato

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Rudi guided us very well. He always say “Follow me, follow me.” and we could do so. Our seat was very close to the way papa mobil went through. I was satisfied! Regarding to the meeting point, provided map was wrong. It showed opposite side of the street. But the staff managed it without trouble. I recommend this tour to all of visitors who is available on Wednesday morning. If not, the que should be very long and you have to wait for the security check for long time. Thank you.
Lisa Hilberg

Lisa

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The guide was very informative and funny. We felt very comfortable with the tour. Despite the fact that there were already a lot of people on the way, with the help of the guide we got great seats very far forward from where we could see the Pope very well both on the Papa Mobil and during the audience. Can only recommend it! :)

    • Attend the Wednesday Papal Audience and witness Pope Leo XIV address pilgrims from around the world.

    • Enjoy a guided introduction to papal traditions, ceremony structure, and the history of the Vatican.

    • Relax knowing your free ticket is pre-reserved and collected for you—no need to navigate the booking process.

    • Arrive early with your guide to secure a prime spot in St. Peter’s Square or the Paul VI Audience Hall.

    • Upgrade to include a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and explore its sacred interiors with expert insight.

    • Guided tour of the Papal Audience experience

    • Pre-arranged Papal Audience ticket

    • Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica (as per option selected)

    • Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

    • Headsets

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    What our guests say

    MASATO SUGIURA

    Masato

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Rudi guided us very well. He always say “Follow me, follow me.” and we could do so. Our seat was very close to the way papa mobil went through. I was satisfied! Regarding to the meeting point, provided map was wrong. It showed opposite side of the street. But the staff managed it without trouble. I recommend this tour to all of visitors who is available on Wednesday morning. If not, the que should be very long and you have to wait for the security check for long time. Thank you.
    Lisa Hilberg

    Lisa

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The guide was very informative and funny. We felt very comfortable with the tour. Despite the fact that there were already a lot of people on the way, with the help of the guide we got great seats very far forward from where we could see the Pope very well both on the Papa Mobil and during the audience. Can only recommend it! :)
    Thomas Tehan

    Thomas

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Andrea was an excellent guide, adding information, being organized to ourselves and others in the crowd of 20,000 at the Vatican seeing the pope. We learned much and had a really good time. He exceeded our expectation in every way. I,would recommend him to all.
    Kristen Gleason

    Kristen

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The entire experience was amazing. Our tour guide Rudy was top notch. The seats were great and getting to see Pope Leo was inspiring
    Goldie Arnold

    Goldie

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    It was the highlight of my Italy vacation celebrating my 75th birthday at the Wednesday 11/12 mass. A wonderful spiritual experience.

  • See the Pope in person during the Wednesday Papal Audience—one of the Vatican’s most spiritual and moving public events.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide near St. Peter’s Square early in the morning. Your guide will collect the pre-booked audience tickets and escort you through the entrance to secure a good viewing spot. A headset will be provided so you can clearly hear commentary throughout the experience.

    What to expect

    St. Peter’s Square

    Held in the iconic square or in the Paul VI Audience Hall, the Papal Audience is a unique opportunity to see Pope Leo XIV address pilgrims from around the world.

    Papal Audience Ceremony

    Witness a blend of prayers, blessings, readings, and hymns as the Pope offers his weekly address. Depending on the schedule, you may see him greet visitors from his Popemobile.

    Guided Context

    Before the event, your expert English or Spanish-speaking guide will explain papal traditions, audience protocol, and what to expect during the ceremony—giving deeper meaning to every moment.

    Extras

    • Upgrade your experience with a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica after the audience, and explore its chapels, tombs, and masterpieces with your guide.

  • St Peter's Basilica

    Monday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Tuesday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Wednesday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Thursday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Friday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Saturday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Sunday07:00am - 07:10pm

    St Peters Square

    Monday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Tuesday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Wednesday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Thursday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Friday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Saturday07:00am - 07:10pm
    Sunday07:00am - 07:10pm

  • What to bring

    • Papal Audience voucher or booking confirmation (digital or printed)

    • Valid photo ID matching the name on your reservation

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, backpacks, suitcases, or bulky items (no storage facilities onsite)

    • Animals, glass objects

    • Flash photography or video recording during the audience

    Accessibility

    • Stroller and wheelchair-accessible routes available

    • Ramp access provided on the right semicircle of St. Peter’s Square

    • Seating is unassigned and first-come, first-served

    Additional information

    • Mandatory airport-style security screening is required; allow 30–60 minutes for entry, especially in peak season

    • Dress code: Knees and shoulders must be covered for all attendees

    • Aisle seats offer the best chance of a close-up view of the Pope as he moves through the audience

    • Audience tickets are free but must be reserved in advance—we handle that for you

    • The event is subject to the Pope’s schedule and may change; check the Vatican’s official calendar for updates

    • Held only on Wednesdays; your guide will accompany you early to help secure a better viewing spot

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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