Castel Sant Angelo
Behold the pinnacle of Roman art, armament, and architecture at the remarkable Castel Sant'Angelo. Browse through our collection of Castel Sant'Angelo tickets to enjoy skip-the-line entry, multilingual audio guides, and reserved entry, with combo tours.
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Skip the lines and explore this ancient fortress-turned-museum at your own pace, without the crowds.
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Uncover layers of history as you walk through opulent papal rooms, spiral ramps, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views.
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Listen as you go with a digital audio guide that dives into centuries of intrigue, power, and transformation.
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Stand beneath Archangel Michael, perched above the castle, guarding the city with wings outstretched.
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Want more? Upgrade for exclusive access to the secret papal escape route—Passetto di Borgo—or join a guided tour of the passage for deeper insight.
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Skip the lines and explore this ancient fortress-turned-museum at your own pace, without the crowds.
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Uncover layers of history as you walk through opulent papal rooms, spiral ramps, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views.
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Listen as you go with a digital audio guide that dives into centuries of intrigue, power, and transformation.
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Stand beneath Archangel Michael, perched above the castle, guarding the city with wings outstretched.
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Want more? Upgrade for exclusive access to the secret papal escape route—Passetto di Borgo—or join a guided tour of the passage for deeper insight.
- Explore Passetto di Borgo, a passage hidden for centuries, and walk the same path as the popes who used it as an escape route.
- Enter Castel Sant’Angelo and leisurely explore its terrace, papal apartments, and preserved weaponry. Enjoy a view of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Tiber river from its terrace and marvel at the craftsmanship of Archangel Michael’s statue.
- Add a guided tour to Passetto di Borgo and learn about papal secrets and shadowy legends associated with the passage.
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- Explore Passetto di Borgo, a passage hidden for centuries, and walk the same path as the popes who used it as an escape route.
- Enter Castel Sant’Angelo and leisurely explore its terrace, papal apartments, and preserved weaponry. Enjoy a view of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Tiber river from its terrace and marvel at the craftsmanship of Archangel Michael’s statue.
- Add a guided tour to Passetto di Borgo and learn about papal secrets and shadowy legends associated with the passage.
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Explore two iconic sites—Castel Sant’Angelo and the Pantheon—with a single, value-for-money combo ticket.
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Step into a papal fortress at Castel Sant’Angelo and uncover legends, royal secrets, and views over the Tiber.
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Visit the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient monument, and admire its massive dome and open oculus.
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Learn as you go with an audio guide at the Pantheon, diving into its transformation from temple to church.
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Discover how Rome evolved from pagan rituals to papal rule—all at your own pace and without breaking the bank.
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Explore two iconic sites—Castel Sant’Angelo and the Pantheon—with a single, value-for-money combo ticket.
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Step into a papal fortress at Castel Sant’Angelo and uncover legends, royal secrets, and views over the Tiber.
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Visit the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient monument, and admire its massive dome and open oculus.
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Learn as you go with an audio guide at the Pantheon, diving into its transformation from temple to church.
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Discover how Rome evolved from pagan rituals to papal rule—all at your own pace and without breaking the bank.
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Skip the ticket lines and head straight inside Castel Sant’Angelo with fast-track access.
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Explore with an expert guide who brings to life the castle’s journey from imperial tomb to papal fortress.
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Hear legends of Archangel Michael and the symbolic statue that crowns the castle.
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Unpack centuries of Roman history—from emperors and popes to prisoners and plots—in a single visit.
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Pressed for time? Opt for the express tour to see the castle’s top highlights in just 1–2 hours.
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Skip the ticket lines and head straight inside Castel Sant’Angelo with fast-track access.
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Explore with an expert guide who brings to life the castle’s journey from imperial tomb to papal fortress.
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Hear legends of Archangel Michael and the symbolic statue that crowns the castle.
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Unpack centuries of Roman history—from emperors and popes to prisoners and plots—in a single visit.
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Pressed for time? Opt for the express tour to see the castle’s top highlights in just 1–2 hours.
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Visit Castel Sant’Angelo’s papal apartments, look at Renaissance art in Sala Paulina, and enjoy a view of the Tiber river from its terrace with an exclusive access to the secret passageway of Passetto di Borgo at your chosen slot—with no ticket line hassle and an audio guide.
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Bypass the ticket queue at St. Peter’s Basilica to view the magnificent dome symbolising heavens, learn about Michelangelo’s Pieta and pay your respects at papal tombs—with an audio guide navigating your way.
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Visit Castel Sant’Angelo’s papal apartments, look at Renaissance art in Sala Paulina, and enjoy a view of the Tiber river from its terrace with an exclusive access to the secret passageway of Passetto di Borgo at your chosen slot—with no ticket line hassle and an audio guide.
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Bypass the ticket queue at St. Peter’s Basilica to view the magnificent dome symbolising heavens, learn about Michelangelo’s Pieta and pay your respects at papal tombs—with an audio guide navigating your way.
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Discover the intertwined history of Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica on this expert-guided combo tour.
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Walk through 2,000 years of history as you explore Castel Sant’Angelo, a mausoleum-turned-fortress.
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Admire its hidden courtyards, military strongholds, and frescoed chambers, once home to Popes and prisoners alike.
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Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica and marvel at Renaissance masterpieces, from Michelangelo’s Pietà to Bernini’s Baldachin.
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Descend to the Vatican Grottoes, where past Popes—including St. Peter himself—are laid to rest.
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Discover the intertwined history of Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica on this expert-guided combo tour.
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Walk through 2,000 years of history as you explore Castel Sant’Angelo, a mausoleum-turned-fortress.
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Admire its hidden courtyards, military strongholds, and frescoed chambers, once home to Popes and prisoners alike.
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Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica and marvel at Renaissance masterpieces, from Michelangelo’s Pietà to Bernini’s Baldachin.
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Descend to the Vatican Grottoes, where past Popes—including St. Peter himself—are laid to rest.
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- Why settle for one pass when you can bundle two? Access 10+ attractions, snag-free entry tickets, and enjoy free public transport - your wallet will thank you.
- Save a whopping 55% with the Omnia pass instead of buying separate tickets to Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Palatine Hill.
- With Roma Pass, pick 2 free attractions like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, access seamless ATAC transport, and score 20% off at over famous spots.
- Skip those notorious queues at Rome's hottest attractions. Just remember to collect your cards from Central Rome before your adventure begins.
- Valid for a full 72 hours from first use with no planning required – explore the Eternal City at your own delightful pace.
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- Why settle for one pass when you can bundle two? Access 10+ attractions, snag-free entry tickets, and enjoy free public transport - your wallet will thank you.
- Save a whopping 55% with the Omnia pass instead of buying separate tickets to Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Palatine Hill.
- With Roma Pass, pick 2 free attractions like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, access seamless ATAC transport, and score 20% off at over famous spots.
- Skip those notorious queues at Rome's hottest attractions. Just remember to collect your cards from Central Rome before your adventure begins.
- Valid for a full 72 hours from first use with no planning required – explore the Eternal City at your own delightful pace.
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Participate in this one-of-a-kind Angels & Demons tour to uncover mysteries and secrets.
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Go down the Path of Illumination and decode puzzles and enigmas.
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Come face-to-face with the Altars of Science and uncover secrets hidden in the famous sculptures and texts.
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Tour the Church of Illumination and catch sight of a secret passage that connects the Vatican with the Castel Sant’Angelo.
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Note: The Santa Maria del Popolo Church will be closed until October 2024 for renovations. The Church can only be visited from the outside and the guide will provide detailed explanations from there.
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Participate in this one-of-a-kind Angels & Demons tour to uncover mysteries and secrets.
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Go down the Path of Illumination and decode puzzles and enigmas.
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Come face-to-face with the Altars of Science and uncover secrets hidden in the famous sculptures and texts.
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Tour the Church of Illumination and catch sight of a secret passage that connects the Vatican with the Castel Sant’Angelo.
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Note: The Santa Maria del Popolo Church will be closed until October 2024 for renovations. The Church can only be visited from the outside and the guide will provide detailed explanations from there.
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Make the best of your holiday in Rome and visit two iconic buildings with one money-saving combo ticket.
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Explore the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself.
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Visit the Roman Forum and see the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.
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Get access to Palatine Hill, once the chosen spot for Emperors to build their homes.
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Tour Castel Sant'Angelo, an ancient, historical building that has existed since the 2nd century.
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Find out how parts of the building served as living quarters, a fortress, and even a prison.
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Admire the architecture of the building and its preserved statues, art, and weapons at your own pace.
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Make the best of your holiday in Rome and visit two iconic buildings with one money-saving combo ticket.
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Explore the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself.
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Visit the Roman Forum and see the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.
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Get access to Palatine Hill, once the chosen spot for Emperors to build their homes.
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Tour Castel Sant'Angelo, an ancient, historical building that has existed since the 2nd century.
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Find out how parts of the building served as living quarters, a fortress, and even a prison.
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Admire the architecture of the building and its preserved statues, art, and weapons at your own pace.
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About Castel St. Angelo
Castel Sant'angelo, a historic fortress in Rome, is a testament to the city's rich history and evolution. Previously a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, today it is a museum of archeological wonders, intricate frescoes and precious artifacts. It also offers panoramic city views, connecting to St. Peter's Basilica via the Passetto di Borgo.
Why visit Castel St. Angelo?
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Main entrance
There is only one entrance to enter the Castel Sant'Angelo, and the Ponte Sant' Angelo, or Aelian Bridge, connects the attraction to the other side of the Tiber. Visitors must cross this bridge to reach the attraction.
How to reach? The castle is about a 10-minute walk from either Piazza Navona on one side or the Vatican on the other. The Via Della Conciliazione leads to Castel Sant'Angelo, if you’re coming from St. Peter's Basilica. The Via Dei Coronari and the Via di Panico are the finest routes to use to reach the Sant'Angelo bridge if you're coming from Piazza Navona.
Last admission: 6:30pm
Closed on: Mondays, January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th.