Every Wednesday morning in Vatican City, visitors have the rare opportunity to witness Pope Leone XIV during the Papal Audience — a powerful and moving experience that blends tradition, spirituality, and cultural significance. Beginning around 9:30 AM, the Pope arrives in St. Peter’s Square, greeting and blessing the crowd from his popemobile, with heartfelt attention to children, the sick, and the elderly. The Audience includes multilingual greetings, short teachings, and a shared recitation of the Our Father in Latin, culminating in the Pope’s Apostolic Blessing, which extends to all present, their loved ones, and any religious items brought for blessing. This unique event is perfect for everyone — families, children, couples, and solo travelers — offering a rare moment of inspiration and connection at the heart of the Catholic Church.
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Papal Audience are held on Wednesdays if the Pope is in Rome, giving pilgrims and visitors the chance to "see the Pope" and receive the Papal Blessing or Apostolic Blessing from the successor of the Apostle Peter during their visit.
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Pick up at 6:00am at your accommodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.