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Castel Del Monte

Discover the 13th-century wonder and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Castel Del Monte in Andria, Italy. Its unique octagonal shape has gained recognition for its architectural ingenuity.

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09:00 AM - 05:45 PM

Recommended duration

1 hour

Castel Del Monte
Castel del Monte in Andria, Italy, showcasing its unique octagonal architecture.
Castel del Monte in Andria, Italy, showcasing its unique octagonal architecture.
Visitors exploring the octagonal halls of Castel del Monte in Andria, Italy.
Castel del Monte interior with octagonal columns and vaulted ceilings in Andria, Italy.
Interiors of the Castel del Monte - Andria
Interior view of Castel del Monte in Andria, showcasing its unique octagonal architecture.
Aerial view of Castel del Monte in Andria, Italy, showcasing its unique octagonal structure.
Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
Audio guide
  • Marvel at the mathematical and astronomical precision of the octagonal-shaped castle, Castel del Monte built by the Roman Emperor Frederick II.

  • Watch the distinctive color contrasts featured by the octagonal courtyard and admire the beautiful interior decorations, including delicate mosaics.

  • Visit the towers marked with structural support adding a sense of symmetry to the building.

  • Besides English, you can opt for audio guides in Italian, German, French, and Spanish.

  • Did you know? The octagonal design of Castel del Monte is often associated with regeneration and rebirth.

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  • Marvel at the mathematical and astronomical precision of the octagonal-shaped castle, Castel del Monte built by the Roman Emperor Frederick II.

  • Watch the distinctive color contrasts featured by the octagonal courtyard and admire the beautiful interior decorations, including delicate mosaics.

  • Visit the towers marked with structural support adding a sense of symmetry to the building.

  • Besides English, you can opt for audio guides in Italian, German, French, and Spanish.

  • Did you know? The octagonal design of Castel del Monte is often associated with regeneration and rebirth.

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€10
Aerial view of Castel del Monte, Andria, Puglia, showcasing the octagonal fortress and surrounding landscape.
Tour group with guide exploring Castel del Monte, Andria, Italy.
Throne room interior of Castel del Monte, Andria, featuring octagonal architecture.
Castel del Monte, octagonal fortress built by Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor, Andria, Italy.
Ceiling of Castel del Monte in Andria, featuring intricate geometric patterns and historical architecture.
Castel del Monte in Andria, Puglia, showcasing its unique octagonal structure, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Castel del Monte, Andria, Puglia
Aerial view of Castel del Monte in Andria, Puglia, showcasing its unique octagonal structure.
1 hr
Mobile ticket
  • Take a 1-hour small-group guided tour to learn about Castel del Monte, the most important medieval monument in southern Italy.

  • Discover the 13th-century castle with its octagonal shape—8 sides, equal lengths, and octagonal towers at each corner, making it exceptional.

  • Climb upstairs for breathtaking views of fields and hills; the castle's prime location provides a stunning panorama of the surrounding scenery.

  • Choose an English or Italian guide to explore the castle's history and learn about Emperor Frederick II Hohenstaufen, the visionary behind its construction.

  • Fun fact: The castle is designed with geometric precision—equal angles, a symmetrical layout, and intriguing math, it's a construction marvel that blends precision and mystery.

More details

  • Take a 1-hour small-group guided tour to learn about Castel del Monte, the most important medieval monument in southern Italy.

  • Discover the 13th-century castle with its octagonal shape—8 sides, equal lengths, and octagonal towers at each corner, making it exceptional.

  • Climb upstairs for breathtaking views of fields and hills; the castle's prime location provides a stunning panorama of the surrounding scenery.

  • Choose an English or Italian guide to explore the castle's history and learn about Emperor Frederick II Hohenstaufen, the visionary behind its construction.

  • Fun fact: The castle is designed with geometric precision—equal angles, a symmetrical layout, and intriguing math, it's a construction marvel that blends precision and mystery.

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€30

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Thomas Schopp

Thomas

5/5
Booked online with audio - uncomplicated and the lady at the ticket office was very friendly - Impressive castle with a very impressive history!!! Must see!!!
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Arianna Macaluso

Arianna

4/5
I purchased tickets to visit castel del monte with headout. There was a significant delay in receiving the tickets, but customer service was very helpful and willing to resolve the problem.
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Rose Ann Karmik
US

Rose

4/5
United States
Castel del Monte was amazing!! The audio tour was well done and thoroughly explained the history of Frederick and the building. One thing that that could have been improved was rhe "skip the line" - everyone was lined up in the same place -there needs to be separate distinct lines. We ended up waiting behind people who did not have tickets yet and did not get our headsets until we were near the start of the line.
Castel del Monte Skip-the-Line Tickets
Nazzareno Lomartire
IT

Nazzareno

4/5
Italy
The idea of the skip-the-line ticket is interesting and very useful Too bad the audioguide was not up to the same standard Basically audio guide to be redone
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Wolfgang Andreas Maier

Wolfgang

5/5
The entry went very well. Everything was done very quickly and efficiently. Castel del Monte is impressive, with understated elegance and looks majestic yet simple. The location on the mountain is unique.
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Castel del Monte Skip-the-Line Tickets
Marco Angeli

Marco

4/5
Si potrebbe gestire meglio l'accesso al Castello, io avevo prenotato e ho dovuto accalcarmi in mezzo alla fila che era stipata sulla scala
Castel del Monte Skip-the-Line Tickets
Van Russell

Van

5/5
Wonderful castle with lots of symbolism, as you might expect from Italy. The architecture is really unique, and you get a great view from the top of the hill.
Castel del Monte Skip-the-Line Tickets
Giuseppe Cosenza

Giuseppe

5/5
Guida molto brava, spiegazioni esaurienti, gentilezza e affabilità davvero da sottolinare, una gradita esperienza di una visita da ricordare
Castel del Monte Small-Group Guided Tour

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