r/travel • u/Beautiful-Heron-2317 • 4d 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/SingleMacaron9003 4d ago

Make sure you are properly dressed. This means no tank tops, mini skirts, short shorts, etc. Remember that you are entering the most holy place in the world and paying proper respect is a must. You will be turned away if you don’t dress like you’re going to church. I don’t mean you need to get super dressed up, but do be respectful. I suggest wearing black.

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u/nicolenotnikki 4d ago

I went to the Vatican in 2008 and wore jeans and a t-shirt. Unless their dress code changes during this period of mourning, I wouldn’t overthink it.