Christmas Eve Mass with Pope Leo XIV
Overview
Christmas is a magical time of year by itself. If you add Italy to that mix, it becomes a fairytale. While the Eternal City offers an extensive list of festive celebrations, seeing the Pope present his Christmas Eve Mass at the Vatican is at the top. Regardless of religion, the Vatican Christmas Mass is a special occasion that spreads unity and peace. Not to mention, you see Pope Leone XIV deliver the most-watched mass in the world. Join a congregation of roughly 15,000 people to ring in the joyful holiday. The Christmas Eve Mass is traditionally celebrated in St. Peter’s Basilica. When it’s all filled with people, it can be easy to miss all of the iconic detail that makes the Basilica so famous. The Christmas Eve “Midnight” Mass is on December 24th at 9:15pm–not midnight. Tickets are free but they are extremely hard to find, so booking in advance is essential.
What's Included
- Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Christmas Eve Mass admission tickets (free of charge)
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up at 6 : 00 pm at your accommodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. NO.B. : If your accommodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
What To Expect
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St. Peter's Basilica
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This is a package service. Tickets are not available apart from the service
- Wheelchair avaible on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Additional price € 50,00.
- Security checks (like airport) is mandatory for everyone entering Vatican City
- Final tickets availability will be given few days before the tour, due to Vatican decision of available quantity of tickets for that day
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christmas Eve Mass with Pope Leo XIV?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout).
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur.
- Christmas Eve Mass admission tickets (free of charge).
- Food and beverages.
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christmas Eve Mass with Pope Leo XIV is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christmas Eve Mass with Pope Leo XIV will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Christmas Eve Mass admission tickets (free of charge)
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This is a package service. Tickets are not available apart from the service
- Wheelchair avaible on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Additional price € 50,00.
- Security checks (like airport) is mandatory for everyone entering Vatican City
- Final tickets availability will be given few days before the tour, due to Vatican decision of available quantity of tickets for that day
