They were clearly setting up for Mass in the Square. After asking around, one of us was allowed to approach the Swiss Guard. I went up, asked what was happening, and he gave me tickets to the event on Sunday, which turned out to be a canonization of four new saints, and to the papal audience on Wednesday.

Our guide suggested a small trattoria nearby for lunch, so we said goodbye to him and took off on our own. The restaurant was certainly an experience! We had really excellent lasagna, and lots of entertainment watching “Mama” order “Papa” around. Our waitress, the daughter, was the only one who spoke English (well, sort of) and she assured me that Mama made the lasagna herself.

Then back to the hotel for an afternoon rest, I was exhausted by then. Another evening walk, this time to the Trevi Fountain. And, of course, more gelato!