Etiquette Etiquette in Holy See

Dress and behave conservatively in Vatican spaces: shoulders and knees should be covered in basilicas and during papal events, and loud conversation, eating, or casual phone use is frowned on. In the Holy See’s religious setting, people usually queue patiently, keep a respectful distance during ceremonies, and follow the lead of ushers or clergy, especially at St. Peter’s Basilica and audiences with the pope.