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Combo (Save 10%): Altare della Patria Glass Elevator + Castel Sant'Angelo Tickets

View from Altar of the Fatherland, Rome, with chariot statue and cityscape.

View of Rome from the Altar of the Fatherland, showcasing cityscape and historic buildings.

Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.

Interior of Castel Sant'Angelo with ornate ceiling and detailed frescoes in Rome, Italy.

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4.3/5(218)

Boisson J

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

We received a warm, quick, and smooth welcome at the castle entrance. As we were about to go down the stairs to enter and begin the tour, a man in his thirties noticed our age and directed my sister and me toward the elevator. A kind gesture that was very much appreciated. At the top, on the terrace, we noticed a small crowd that was clearly waiting for a VIP to arrive. We later learned that it was our President Macron. Photo to prove it.

Sandra D

Family

Verified booking

Last week

For once, it actually worked well. Unfortunately, the other two bookings I made through Headout left a lot to be desired. I won’t consider booking through this platform again in the future. Just one example: I booked a time slot, but I still had to wait in line, which meant I had less time to spend at the attractions. I paid a lot of money but ended up with very little time. What a shame!

Claudia T

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Castel Sant'Angelo is an absolute must-see in Rome—it’s the perfect place to discover its history and how it has evolved over the centuries. From Hadrian’s Mausoleum to the Papal Chambers and up to the Terrace of the Angel, where you can see all of Rome… it’s priceless. Booking tickets in advance saved us from waiting in line at the entrance and made the visit much more enjoyable.

Benjamin C

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The timed entry tickets were super convenient and the venue itself is fantastic. Just remember to download the audio guide to your own device and try it out before you arrive

Carmen S

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

There are days in Rome that, even if you've been visiting for years, still feel as good as the first time. Last week, some friends and I went to the Altare della Patria. The initial idea was the classic "let's go for a coffee and then see," but ending up on the roof of Rome is a whole other story. When you reach the top, the view slaps you in the face with history, but in an epic way. There's that mixture of blinding white marble and the sky of Rome, which always seems bluer than anywhere else. Once you reach the panoramic terrace, silence (or almost) descends on its own. I'm not going to give a history lesson, but seeing the Colosseum on one side, the Imperial Forums below your feet, and then turning your gaze towards the rooftops of Prati or St. Peter's... makes you feel very small, but in a positive way. It's the place where you really understand why this city is called "eternal." There's an atmosphere that makes you want to take a break from your phone. We sat down for a moment in a corner, watched the cars coming and going like ants down in the square, and talked about everything and nothing. It's the kind of place that makes you appreciate beauty effortlessly, without having to pay an exorbitant ticket price or stand in long lines indoors.

Jan W

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

The audio guide included with the ticket is perfect for exploring Castel Sant'Angelo. Well, it's always a good idea to buy tickets in advance. The line at the ticket office on site is usually longer than the line for visitors with tickets.

Experience Rome’s rich history, art, and panoramic views: all with one convenient ticket.

Ride the glass elevator at the Altar of the Fatherland for sweeping, unobstructed views over Rome’s iconic skyline.

Discover Italy’s unification story at the Museum of the Risorgimento and admire Renaissance art at Palazzo Venezia.

Explore opulent papal apartments, ancient prison cells and Renaissance frescoes at Castle Sant'Angelo

This combo saves you time and money while covering two of Rome’s most celebrated historic sites.

Castel Sant’Angelo

Skip-the-line entry to Castel Sant’Angelo

Altar of the Fatherland, Museum and Glass Elevator

Skip-the-line access to Altar of the Fatherland glass elevator

Skip-the-line entry to the Museum of the Risorgimento

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Venezia

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Boisson J
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
We received a warm, quick, and smooth welcome at the castle entrance. As we were about to go down the stairs to enter and begin the tour, a man in his thirties noticed our age and directed my sister and me toward the elevator. A kind gesture that was very much appreciated. At the top, on the terrace, we noticed a small crowd that was clearly waiting for a VIP to arrive. We later learned that it was our President Macron. Photo to prove it.
Claudia T
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Castel Sant'Angelo is an absolute must-see in Rome—it’s the perfect place to discover its history and how it has evolved over the centuries. From Hadrian’s Mausoleum to the Papal Chambers and up to the Terrace of the Angel, where you can see all of Rome… it’s priceless. Booking tickets in advance saved us from waiting in line at the entrance and made the visit much more enjoyable.
Sandra D
Family
Verified booking
Last week
For once, it actually worked well. Unfortunately, the other two bookings I made through Headout left a lot to be desired. I won’t consider booking through this platform again in the future. Just one example: I booked a time slot, but I still had to wait in line, which meant I had less time to spend at the attractions. I paid a lot of money but ended up with very little time. What a shame!
Toca C
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
the meeting point was off. Maps showed me to circle the castle and walk a lot just to end up against a wall or a kind of clif, when the meeting point was the actual entrance of the castle. Actually, there was not real meeting point since the audio guide and the tickets were already available in the app. All I needed to do was to enter the castle through the entrance
Alessandra T
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The tour of Castel Sant'Angelo was excellent. We decided not to visit St. Peter's Basilica because we hadn't been warned that we'd have to wait in line for three hours at the entrance—even with an online reservation—and there was still a long, slow line even after getting inside.

Save time and see two of Rome’s most iconic sites, Castel Sant’Angelo and the Altar of the Fatherland, with fast-track entry.

Getting started

Begin at either attraction. For Castel Sant’Angelo, show your ticket at Lungotevere Castello 50; for the Altar of the Fatherland, start at the tour operator’s office. At both sites, skip the ticket lines and proceed directly after a quick check-in.

What to expect

Castel Sant’Angelo

Originally built as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum, Castel Sant’Angelo later served as a fortress, papal residence, and prison. This cylindrical monument offers a journey through centuries of Roman history.

Features:

Spiral ramp and Chamber of Ashes: Walk the defensive ramp to the burial chambers, once holding the remains of emperors like Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius.

Papal apartments and Sala Paolina: Explore rooms adorned with frescoes and stucco, including the Sala Paolina with paintings of Hadrian.

Angel Courtyard: See the original marble statue of Archangel Michael by Raffaello da Montelupo.

Historic prisons: Visit the Parlatoio, used for prisoner interrogations, and learn about notable inmates.

Rooftop terrace: Enjoy panoramic views of Rome and the bronze statue of Archangel Michael by Peter Anton von Verschaffelt.

Renaissance bastions: Discover the five bastions added for military defense during the Renaissance.

Altar of the Fatherland, Museum and Glass Elevator

The Altare della Patria is Italy’s largest national monument, known for its neoclassical grandeur and sweeping city views. Your visit includes the Museum of the Risorgimento and Palazzo Venezia.

Features:

Glass elevator to the terrace: Ride to the top for unobstructed views of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Colosseum.

White marble facade and Corinthian columns: Admire the monument’s architectural scale and detail.

Equestrian statue of Victor Emmanuel II: See the centerpiece honoring Italy’s first king.

Museum of the Risorgimento: Explore artifacts, documents, and weapons from Italy’s unification.

Palazzo Venezia: Visit galleries with Renaissance art, historic artifacts, and peaceful courtyard gardens.

Castel St. Angelo

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	9:00am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:30pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:30pm
Thursday	9:00am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:30pm
Friday	9:00am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:30pm
Saturday	9:00am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:30pm
Sunday	9:00am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:30pm

Palazzo Venezia Garden

Monday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Thursday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Friday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Saturday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Sunday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm

Altare della Patria Glass Elevator

Monday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Thursday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Friday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Saturday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Sunday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm

Altare della Patria

Monday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Thursday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Friday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Saturday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm
Sunday	9:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:45pm

Ponte sant angelo

Monday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm
Tuesday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm
Wednesday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm
Thursday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm
Friday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm
Saturday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm
Sunday	12:00am - 11:59pm	last entry 11:59pm

Castel Sant’Angelo

What to bring

A valid ID proof reflecting your full name is required at the ticket counter to verify your identity.

What’s not allowed

Tripods, food and drink, and large bags are not allowed at the venue.

Luggage and large bags are not allowed.

Accessibility

Some areas of the museum including the spiral ramp and terrace are not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

Mandatory security checks would still be required at the entrance even with fast-track entry tickets.

Reduced entry tickets are available for EU citizens aged 18 to 25.

Altar of the Fatherland, Museum and Glass Elevator

What to bring

A valid ID proof reflecting your full name is required at the ticket counter to verify your identity.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not permitted inside the attraction.

Luggage and large bags are not allowed.

Accessibility

Some areas of the museum including the spiral ramp and terrace are not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

Guests have 7 days from the date of purchase to use the ticket, offering the freedom to visit whenever they choose within that timeframe.

Your ticket will be emailed to you shortly.

Please display the ticket on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.