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A Papal Audience and Legacy of the
Vatican Tour
Tickets &
Presentation for the Papal Audience with Pope Benedict XVI
Scheduled Tour |
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• This tour that includes a presentation on the Popes and the Vatican,
explaining what to expect during the Audience.
• Our tour meets super early giving you the best chance to get good seats during
the audience.
• We book and pick up your invitation for you, so all you have to do is show up.
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The Papal Audience with Pope Benedict XVI
Experience the only escorted
visit of the Papal Audience!
Thousands of pilgrims from
around the globe gather
every Wednesday to see Pope
Benedict XVI. Unfortunately,
with limited seats, not
everyone can participate.
Navigating through the
masses of people can be
overwhelming which is why we
have created a service to
ensure the best experience
possible. We achieve this by
providing headsets, a
competent and informed
guide, and a thorough
explanation of what you will
experience during the Papal
Audience. We reserve your
tickets, pick them up and
bring them to you. We get
you inside early to ensure
better seats, and we give
you a full presentation on
the history of the Papacy
and what to expect. Our
informed staff takes care of
all the details so that you
can relax and truly enjoy
this once in a lifetime
experience!
Legacy of the Vatican Presentation
The Legacy of the Vatican presentation unveils the fascinating history of the
Papacy and the artists that contributed to the marvel of Vatican City. You will
be provided with headsets and guided to your seats in St. Peter’s Square or the
Sala of Paul VI. Once seated, your guide will explain the origin of the Papacy
from the first Christians through Constantine’s era and up to the current wonder
of the Holy See. You will discover the history of St. Peter’s Square created by
Bernini in the 17th century as you become familiar with the smallest sovereign
state in the world. Our informed guides will provide a detailed explanation of
the events of the Papal Audience and prepare you for your gathering with Pope
Benedict XVI.
Papal Audience with Pope Benedict XVI
Experience the awe and wonder which occurs at the Papal Audience as Cardinals
preach in various languages reaching out to pilgrims and visitors from the far
reaches of the world. Listen to the Pope’s weekly message as he enters the
central stage. Feel free to sing with the spiritual leaders of the Church and
pray with the Pope - the Head of State of Vatican City. Or just sit back and
observe the phenomena while taking it all in. Either way you wish to experience
the Papal Audience rest assured that you will be fully informed by our helpful
staff so this experience will be a memorable one.
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Pricing
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32.00 euro per adult
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27.00 euro per child (4-14)
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Infants 3 and under travel for free and do not require a reservation.
Operating Days
Duration
Blackout dates
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Dates for this tour are confirmed as they are released by the Vatican. Generally
excluded are the month of August and the last two Wednesdays of December.
Season
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Inclusions
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Tour as per description
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English speaking guide
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Escorted visit and presentation
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Headsets
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Ticket reservation service and ticket pick-up
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Confirmed invitation and attendance to Papal Audience with Pope Benedict XVI
Exclusions
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Gratuities
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Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Meeting Time
Departure Time
Meeting Point
On the corner of Largo degli Alicorni in Piazza Pio XII (on the
street corner facing St. Peter’s Square). If you are facing St. Peters Basilica
our meeting point is located on the street corner next to the left hand side
colonnade on the corner of Largo degli Alicorni and Piazza Pio XII (next to the
Mosaic Art shop). The coordinator will be holding a sign saying “Legacy of the
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Important Notes
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This service
ends around
noon at the
Papal
Audience,
the location
of the
audience may
vary.
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It is the
individual
responsibility
of all
visitors to
arrive at
the tour
departure
points.
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A special
dress code
is required
to attend
the Papal
Audience.
Knees and
shoulders
MUST be
covered for
both men and
women. This
dress code
is strictly
enforced and
you will be
refused
entry if you
fail to
comply with
dress code
requirements.
Dark Rome is
not
responsible
for entry
refused due
to
inappropriate
dress.
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Depending on
the time of
year the
actual
location of
the Papal
Audience may
alternate.
During the
warmer
months from
approximately
Easter week
to the end
of September
the Papal
Audience is
held
outdoors at
St. Peter’s
Square
whereas
during the
colder
months the
audience
takes place
in the Sala
of Paul VI
within the
Leonine
Walls of
Vatican
City. The
decision
regarding
the location
of the Papal
Audience is
made by
Vatican
officials
the day
before the
event.
Regardless
of its
location
within
Vatican City
our tour
guarantees
entrance
tickets.
Redemption Information
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Clients must arrive at the designated meeting point 15 minutes prior to the
scheduled tour time and present their tour voucher to the tour
coordinator/guide. Late arrivals will not be able to catch up with the group and
no refunds will be given for those who arrive after departure time.
Getting there
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Arriving from Ottaviano - Musei Vaticani Metro A Station:
Exit the turnstiles – take the St. Peter’s Basilica exit. Once you exit the
metro station walk down Via Ottaviano until you reach Piazza Risorgimento.
Continue walking straight across the piazza and you will see the Vatican walls –
follow Via di Porta Angelica until you arrive at the colonnade. Follow the
colonnade to the left – when you arrive at the piazza you will see a second
colonnade framing St. Peter’s Square. Our meeting point is located on the street
corner next to the left hand side colonnade on the corner of Largo degli
Alicorni and Piazza Pio XII (next to the Mosaic Art shop).
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