Whether you’re embarking on a spiritual journey or seeking to experience the profound cultural significance of this sacred event, this page provides essential tips, detailed itineraries, and valuable insights to make your 2025 Jubilee pilgrimage in Rome meaningful and unforgettable.
In addition to the general travel information about planning your journey to Rome and Italy, in this page you’ll find specific guidance tailored to pilgrims visiting Rome for the Jubilee.
Prepare Pilgrimage
Preparing for Your 2025 Jubilee Pilgrimage
Embarking on a pilgrimage for the 2025 Jubilee requires thoughtful preparation to ensure a smooth and spiritually enriching experience.
Below are key steps and tools to help you get started.
Pilgrim’s Card
The Pilgrim’s Card is your gateway to the Jubilee. This essential pass allows you to reserve access to special events and to pass through the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica.
Registration is free, simple and can be done online through the official Jubilee website.
Be sure to complete this step in advance, as the card grants priority access to many Jubilee-related activities.
Staying Updated
Stay informed about the latest Jubilee events and announcements by downloading the official Jubilee app (for Android and iOS) and bookmarking the Jubilee website.
These platforms provide real-time updates, itineraries, and practical advice for navigating Rome during the Jubilee celebrations.
Dress Code
Respectful attire is essential when visiting religious sites.
Shoulders and knees must be covered to demonstrate reverence for the sacred spaces you will explore.
A scarf or lightweight shawl can be a convenient accessory for covering up when needed, especially during the warmer months.
Spiritual Experiences
Spiritual Experiences
The Jubilee is a time for deep reflection and connection.
Rome’s rich spiritual heritage offers countless opportunities for pilgrims to engage in profound experiences.
Here are the highlights to include in your journey.
Papal Events
Attending papal events is a cornerstone of the Jubilee experience. These include masses, audiences, and blessings led by the Pope.
Tickets for these events are free but must be reserved in advance through official channels.
Arrive early to secure a good spot and soak in the atmosphere of unity and devotion.
Jubilee Itineraries
Discover the spiritual essence of Rome by following these four pilgrimage routes.
Papal
Basilicas
Visit the four major basilicas.
Each basilica holds unique spiritual significance and is a key stop for gaining the Jubilee indulgence.
The sites on the route
- St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican
- Basilica of Saint John Lateran
- Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
- Basilica of Saint Mary Major
The Seven Churches
Pilgrimage
The sites on the route
- St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican
- Basilica of Saint Mary Major
- Basilica of Saint Lawrence outside the Walls
- Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem
- Basilica of Saint John Lateran
- Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
- Basilica of Saint Sebastian outside the Walls
Europe
in Rome
A pilgrimage connecting 28 churches and basilicas to EU states, based on artistic, cultural, or historical links, celebrating European heritage and welcoming pilgrims.
The sites on the route
- EUROPEAN UNION – Basilica of Santa Maria in Ara Coeli
- AUSTRIA – Church of SS. Nome di Maria al Foro Traiano
- BELGIUM – Church of San Giuliano dei Fiamminghi
- BULGARIA – Church of San Paolo alla Regola
- CYPRUS – Church of Santa Maria del Popolo
- CROATIA – Church of San Girolamo dei Croati
- DENMARK – Church of Santa Maria in Traspontina
- ESTONIA – Church of S. Sabina all’Aventino
- FINLAND – Basilica of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva
- FRANCE – Church of San Luigi dei Francesi
- GERMANY – Church of S. Maria dell’Anima
- GREECE – Church of San Teodoro al Palatino
- IRELAND – Church of Sant’Isidoro a Capo le Case
- ITALY – Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri
- LATVIA – Church of Jesus
- LITHUANIA – Basilica of San Quattro Coronati
- LUXEMBOURG – Church of Sacro Cuore di Gesù
- MALTA – Church of San Paolo alle Tre Fontane
- NETHERLANDS – Church of San Michele e Magno
- POLAND – Church of San Stanislao
- PORTUGAL – Church of Sant’Antonio dei Portoghesi
- CZECH REPUBLIC – Basilica of San Clemente
- ROMANIA – Church of San Salvatore alle Coppelle
- SLOVAKIA – Basilica of Santa Prassede
- SLOVENIA – Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
- SPAIN – Church of San Pietro in Montorio
- SWEDEN – Church of Santa Brigida
- HUNGARY – Basilica of Santo Stefano Rotondo al Celio
Patronesses of Europe
and Doctors of the Church
The sites on the route
- SAINT BRIGID – Church of Santa Brigida
- SAINT CATHERINE OF SIENA – Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva
- SAINT HILDEGARD OF BINGEN – Basilica of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
- SAINT TERESA OF LISIEUX – Church of SS. Trinità dei Monti
- SAINT TERESA OF AVILA – Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria
- SAINT TERESA BENEDICTA OF THE CROSS – Basilica of Sant’Agostino
Jubilee Churches
In addition to the major basilicas, Rome is home to numerous lesser-known churches that offer quiet spaces for prayer and reflection.
Discover these hidden gems to enrich your pilgrimage with moments of peace and spiritual renewal:
- Church of Santa Maria Addolorata
- The Sanctuary of Divine Love
- Basilica of Saint Andrew of the Fratte
- Church of Saint Prisca
- Basilica of Saints Silvester and Martin in the Monti
- Church of Santa Maria in Monserrato
- The Church of San Giovanni Battista dei Fiorentini
- Church of Santa Maria del Suffragio
- Church of Spirito Santo dei Napoletani
- Church of Santa Caterina da Siena
- Church of Santa Maria in Vallicella
- Church of San Salvatore in Lauro