On this combo tour, visit 2 neighboring sites less than 1 km apart yet in different nations! Get expert guidance at Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Highlights
Highlights
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In a small group, head to Castel Sant’Angelo by the Tiber River, commissioned as Emperor Hadrian’s Mausoleum and then used as a papal fortress!
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Learn all about the astronomers and artists imprisoned in the castle’s dungeons. Admire the ramparts outside and well-preserved frescoes within.
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At St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, cherish divine art like Michelangelo’s life-sized Pieta sculpture of Jesus and Mary with expert insight.
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From Bernini’s gilded Altar, Tabernacle and Angels to the mysterious Papal Tombs, the world’s largest church holds many architectural surprises.
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Fun fact: The discreet Passetto di Borgo which connects Castel Sant’Angelo to Vatican City features in Dan Brown's Angels and Demons.
Inclusions
Inclusions
Castel Sant’Angelo
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Guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo with entry
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Group of up to 20 guests
St. Peter’s Basilica
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Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs
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Expert English-speaking guide
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Your experience
Your experience
An unparalleled experience in Rome! Combine expertly guided tours to these complementary monuments and learn of their intertwined history at a discount.
From a mausoleum to a fortress to a museum
Castel Sant’Angelo has had a long and tumultuous history, meant to be a royal resting place before being converted to a castle-fort for the papacy, and eventually settling for its fate as a museum. Venture through its military exhibits, admire its moats and guarded passageways, and hear the chilling tales of those kept in its dungeons. Get lost in indoor open spaces like the Courtyard of the Angel, and halls like the marble-lined Grand Loggia or the extravagant Paolina Rooms. Be sure to ask your guide lots of questions!
The world’s largest church
Within the Vatican City enclave, St. Peter’s Basilica towers up over the other buildings. Smack under its 448 ft-high dome of Michelangelo lies the resplendent Main Altar, covered by Bernini’s famous bronze canopy or Baldachin. In the grooves of this massive basilica are numerous niche chapels filled with artworks, sculptures, tabernacles, and more by Renaissance greats. Then, venture a level below ground to the Vatican Grottoes and unravel the Papal Tombs. Be in the presence of St. Peter’s supposed sepulcher at Clementine Chapel or pay homage to St. John Paul II's sarcophagi.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know before you go
Know before you go
What to bring
Castel Sant’Angelo
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If you are visiting with a baby or a toddler, bring a carrier.
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Keep in mind that your ticket is nominative, and you must present a valid ID matching your full name on the ticket for entry.
What's not allowed
St. Peter’s Basilica
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Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
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It's all about the quiet vibes. Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the Basilica.
Accessibility
Castel Sant’Angelo
- Only some areas of the castle are suitable for the use of prams/strollers and wheelchairs.
St. Peter’s Basilica
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. The right semicircle of Saint Peter’s Square is equipped with ramp access into the Basilica. For any special requirements, contact accoglienza@fsp.va in advance.
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Sign language guided tours are available at the Basilica. This service must be booked at least 48 hours in advance at the following email address: visiteguidate@fsp.va.
Additional information
St. Peter’s Basilica
- Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting points
Castel Sant'Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica
- Please check your final vouchers for both attractions for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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