Following the death of Pope Francis, his coffin will be moved to St. Peter's Basilica, with a funeral scheduled on 26 April. During this mourning period, the Vatican will be closed to the public, affecting tourism in the area, even as travel services stay operational. The conclave for electing a new pope will take place shortly afterward, where eligible cardinals will comply with traditional procedures to ensure a smooth transition in leadership. Rome is expected to witness an influx of visitors as faithful come to pay their respects.
Pope Francis's death leads to a nine-day mourning period during which the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel will close, alongside shops and restaurants.
Travel to Rome remains unaffected during the pope's funeral; however, the city will experience increased visitors as many arrive to pay their respects.
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