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Rome Pre-Reserved Shared or Private Tour Castel Sant'Angelo

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About the activity

Explore the best-preserved mausoleum of ancient Rome and its one-of-a-kind treasures on a shared or private tour with pre-reserved entry to Castel Sant'Angelo. Enjoy views from the castle's terrace.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    75 minutes
  • Includes
    • Live expert guide
    • Pre-reserved entry ticket (16€ per person)
    • Sterilized headsets to hear the guide clearly
    • Full on-site assistance
    • Access to the Passetto di Borgo, the passage connecting Vatican City to Castel Sant'Angelo, is not included in this tour
    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Optional gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Enjoy the fresh air and picturesque scenery from the castle terrace
  • Marvel at the castle's unique architecture, frescoes, and statues
  • Explore Hadrian’s tomb, the papal corridors, and the papal rooms
  • Discover the secret passage that connects the castle to the Vatican
  • Learn more about the bridge and its statues alongside your guide

Description

Experience the intrigue of Rome on a private or shared tour of Castel Sant'Angelo, also known as Hadrian’s Mausoleum. Benefit from pre-booked entry (standard ticket price: €16) and immerse yourself in the rich history and hidden symbolism of this iconic landmark. Discover the secrets woven into the stunning frescoes and statues, revealing the darker, more mysterious side of Rome’s past.

Take a journey back in time and travel through the history of Castel Sant'Angelo from its original function as a dynastic mausoleum to its later role as a fortress of the Popes.

See the secret passage that connects the castle with the Vatican and visit the tomb of Emperor Hadrian. Walk through the papal corridors and rooms and be amazed by the Gran Loggia of Paul III. Marvel at the grotesque motifs and at the illusionistic trompe-l'oeil painting.

End your tour in the upper terrace, from where you can soak in one of the best panoramic views of Rome.

Please note: access to the Passetto di Borgo, the passage connecting Vatican City to Castel Sant'Angelo, is not included in this tour.

Good to know before you go
  • Please note: access to the Passetto di Borgo, the passage connecting Vatican City to Castel Sant'Angelo, is not included in this tour
  • This tour is partially wheelchair-accessible
  • This tour is subject to weather conditions. If canceled, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund
  • Pre-reserved entry ticket (16€ per person) is included
  • The voucher is not your entry ticket, your guide will provide it at the meeting point
Meeting point

Small-Group Tour in Italian

Small Group Tour in English

Small-Group Tour in German

Small-Group Tour in French

Private Tour in English

Private Tour in Italian

Private Tour in German

Private Tour in French

Private Tour in Spanish

Private Tour in Portuguese

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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. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. 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
    7-17 years
  • Infants
    0-6 years
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