Private Tour of Castel Sant'Angelo

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About this activity

With skip the line entrance tickets and your expert guide, begin in 138 AD when the Castel was originally built as a funeral monument for Emperor Hadrian. Here you can still explore the mausoleum dedicated to him. Explore the Treasury room deep inside the castle, where it is said his ashes were originally placed before the 5th century sacking of Rome.

As you make your way through the castle, visit the frescoed Papal apartments. Hear about the lives of the pope's and cardinals who resided here - such as the Borgia, and others who hid away when crisis struck.

Stand in a torture chambre in the courtyard where numerous executions were held, and see the famous Passeto Secreto - the 'secret passageway' that connects the castle directly with the Vatican which inspired Dan Brown's book Angels and Demons.

Finally, enjoy stunning views of the city from the top of the monument where Archangel Michael stands armed with a sword, guarding the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: LivTours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Courtyard of the Shooting
Included: Treasury Hall & Borgia Courtyard of the theatre
Included: Hadrian’s tomb & Torture chamber
Included: Fully guided visit inside
Included: Castel Sant' Angelo entry valued at €16, included
Included: Skip the line tickets to the Castel Sant' Angelo
Included: Papal apartments
Included: Belvedere terrace with panoramic views
Included: Chapel of the Condemned

Not included

Not included: Tips and gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Castel Sant'Angelo

2 hours Admission included

Explore this uniquely historic fortress that has evolved over time - from Emperor Hadrian's funeral monument, to a Papal refuge and prison. Your expert guide will take you through time as you explore Castel Sant'Angelo and all it's hidden secrets, and walk through the footsteps of ancient emperors and pope's of the past. Admire the stunning views from the top of the monument where the statue of the Angel stands - armed with a sword, protecting this beloved city.