We took a day excursion into Rome as the Celebrity Constellation boarded over 2,000 new passengers. The highlight of the day was to see the Pope in St. Patrick's Square, and touring the Sistine Chapel. There was a 4 hour line to get in to the Vatican museum, church, and basilica, but we had a guide, who are allowed immediate entrance. The Sistine Chapel was absolutely breath taking. The Pope apparently holds public audience every Wednesday, with heavy security and pilgrims holding colorful banners from all corners of the globe.
The Pope addresses the throng of faithful at St Peters square
Pope Francisco (in white)
 The altar within St Peter's. |  Ceiling of St Peters |