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Rome: Castel Sant'Angelo Guided Tour

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About the activity

Discover the historic Castel Sant'Angelo and its ancient fortress on a guided tour. Explore areas that are generally closed to the public and admire the panoramic views of Rome from its terrace.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Audio guide
    English (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    1-2 hours
  • Includes
    • Castel Sant'Angelo access
    • Guide
    • Headsets if needed
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Discover the exclusive areas of the Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome on a guided tour
  • Explore places that are generally closed to the public with your expert guide
  • Learn about the construction and history of the castle and its various uses
  • Admire the extraordinary masterpieces surrounding the castle from the terrace
  • Enjoy the fantastic panoramic views of the city from the castle's terrace

Description

Join a professional guide to discover areas of the Castel Sant'Angelo that aren’t normally accessible to the public. Learn about the fascinating history of the fortress as you explore exclusive areas like the Olearie, the historical prisons, and the theater of Clemente VII.

Begin your guided tour of the famous castle erected by the Roman emperor Hadrian as his tomb. Uncover how the building has served as a private residence to popes, a treasury of the state, a prison, and a public execution site.

Discover the rich history behind the castle and marvel at its magnificent sculptures and paintings. See the burial place of the late emperor, the pope’s apartment, and the treasury room. Finally, enjoy the panoramic views of the city from the castle's terrace.


Official Ticket Price Info: Adult (18+): 16 euro, Under 18 years old: free entry

Good to know before you go
  • In compliance with the attraction's mandatory regulations, please provide the full name(s) of each participant during booking, exactly as they appear on the passport or valid ID
  • For verification, please bring your passport or valid ID with you on the day of the visit
  • Tickets are valid only for the selected date and time slot
  • Late arrivals or no-shows will not be accommodated or refunded
  • You will need to climb a series of stairs to reach the panoramic terrace
  • Official Ticket Price Info: Adult (18+): 18 euro, Under 18 years old: free entry
Meeting point

1-Hour Tour

2-Hour Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Children
    0-17 years
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