vatican :Papal Audience Guided tour & St. Peter’s Basilica entry
Join the Papal Audience at the Vatican for a truly memorable experience. See and hear Pope Francis deliver his inspiring message, either in St. Peter’s Square or Sala Nervi, depending on the schedule. Enjoy your guide’s insight into the traditions and history of the audience, and explore the exterior wonders of St. Peter’s Basilica while learning about its significance in Christian history. - Meeting point for the Papal Audience at 7:00 AM. - Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is possible after 2:00 PM, subject to ticket availability. During the summer months, as the audience takes place in St. Peter's Square, it is recommended to bring a hat and a small bottle of water. Queues are due to security measures. Anyone attending the Papal Audience or wishing to enter St. Peter's Basilica must undergo security checks (manual inspection and metal detectors). The Vatican is responsible for the internal organization of the Papal Audience; we are not liable for any last-minute changes.
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Rome is about 33 min by road from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Three thousand years stacked on top of each other, still busy being a capital. Stay central and walk — the Forum, the Pantheon and a dozen churches worth the detour are closer together than the map suggests, and the city rewards wandering more than ticking off.
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