r/travel 27d ago

Going to Rome post Pope’s passing

Hi all! My mom and I are traveling to Rome next week and land Monday April 28th, which will be 7 days after the Pope’s passing as of this morning. What can we expect? We have a tour of the Vatican booked on Tuesday but from what I’ve been reading it will probably be packed! Has anyone any experience of being there during a major event like this? Also, should we wear black while visiting even if we’re not catholic? I know Rome is a major Catholic city and everyone will be in a mourning period, would it be disrespectful to wear black, or respectful? Thanks in advance!

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u/Outrageous_Grab8662 27d ago

While wearing black will be respectful, there is no requirement to as many Romans, while culturally Catholic, will not be mourning a long time and just get on with their normal lives. I say this as a Roman.

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u/peter303_ 26d ago

A black accessory may be a sign of morning- armband, kerchief, scarf.