New Year's Day Mass with Pope Leo XIV
Overview
For visitors to Vatican City, all Roman Catholic holidays take on greater significance since they are celebrated in the Holy See and often include a sermon by the sitting Pope himself. But the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God on Jan. 1 is especially looked forward to each year.This holy day is devoted to remembering the motherhood of Mary in relation to Jesus. There are many other feast days dedicated to Mary as well, so the day is not just a general celebration of Mary but something more specific. Mary was merely recognised as the “bearer of God,” meaning that she was the vehicle through whom the Eternal Son entered the world clothed in human flesh.While most focus on New Year’s celebrations around the world, in The Vatican, 1 Jan. is the occasion for a very special Papal Mass in Saint Peter’s Basilica. The Pope gives a sermon on the meaning and significance of the Marian title “Mother of God” according to the faith of the Roman Catholic Church.
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
- Admission tickets in the St. Peter Basilica (free of charge)
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up at 7:00am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
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- 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
- This is a package service. Tickets are not available apart from the service
- Security checks (like airport) is obligatory for everyone entering Vatican City
- Wheelchair avaible on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Additional price € 50,00.
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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.
- Admission tickets in the St. Peter Basilica (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 New Year's Day 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 New Year’s Day 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
- Admission tickets in the St. Peter Basilica (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
- This is a package service. Tickets are not available apart from the service
- Security checks (like airport) is obligatory for everyone entering Vatican City
- Wheelchair avaible on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Additional price € 50,00.
