So many people lined up to see Pope Francis lying in state at St. Peter’s Basilica that the Vatican kept the doors open all night, closing for just one hour from 6 a.m. until 7 a.m.

Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. View on euronews

The world is in mourning as Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, with his funeral set for April 26 in St. Peter's Square. Rome anticipates a massive influx of pilgrims and dignitaries, coinciding with the Vatican Jubilee.