Updated on 24th April 2025, 9 am (GMT+2)
The Vatican has announced the passing of Pope Francis, and in honor of his memory and as part of official mourning, several closures and changes have been made to Vatican attractions:
Vatican Museums and Castel Gandolfo Museum will be closed on Saturday, 26 April 2025, for the funeral of the Holy Father.
The Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public starting Monday, 28 April 2025, to prepare for the Conclave, where cardinals will gather to elect the next Pope.
All tours of the Vatican Gardens and the Necropolis of the Via Triumphalis have also been suspended until further notice.
This marks a historic moment for the Catholic Church and the world. Visitors planning trips to the Vatican during this time are advised to reschedule or check our official site for updates regularly.
