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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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Castel Sant Angelo
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River in Rome, Italy on a sunny day.
People walking on St. Angel Bridge towards Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy, with ancient architecture and historical artifacts.
Castel Sant'Angelo interior view with ancient frescoes and architectural details in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo with Passetto di Borgo walkway in Rome, Italy.
Passetto di Borgo walkway leading to Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Bedroom interior in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, featuring historical furnishings and decor.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, showcasing detailed ceiling artwork.
Angel statue inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy.
Archangel Michael statue atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy.
Passetto di Borgo walkway with scenic view of Vatican City, Rome, Italy.
Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
Audio guide
  • Get express entry to Castel Sant’Angelo by skipping the ticket queue and step into the museum to explore Rome’s history—all at your leisure.

  • Visit the Treasury room, once home to the remains of emperors like Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius and climb the spiral ramp to explore the museum’s military history and frescoed papal rooms.

  • You can also upgrade your experience to include a hosted entry for a seamless start to your castle visit, where your host handles the logistics so you can dive straight into the experience.

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  • Get express entry to Castel Sant’Angelo by skipping the ticket queue and step into the museum to explore Rome’s history—all at your leisure.

  • Visit the Treasury room, once home to the remains of emperors like Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius and climb the spiral ramp to explore the museum’s military history and frescoed papal rooms.

  • You can also upgrade your experience to include a hosted entry for a seamless start to your castle visit, where your host handles the logistics so you can dive straight into the experience.

from
€16
Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome with Passetto di Borgo walkway visible.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, showcasing detailed ceiling artwork.
Castel Sant'Angelo miniature model with detailed architecture in Rome, Italy.
Bedroom interior in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, featuring historical furnishings and decor.
Aerial view of Castel Sant'Angelo and Passetto di Borgo in Rome, Italy.
Passetto di Borgo pathway leading to Vatican City, Rome, Italy.
Passetto di Borgo's ancient stone corridor connecting Vatican City to Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
People walking on St. Angel Bridge towards Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Archangel Michael statue atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy.
Armor display inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, showcasing historical artifacts.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome showcasing detailed ceiling artwork.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo showcasing ancient stone walls and arched corridors in Rome, Italy.
Armor display inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, showcasing historical weaponry.
Cannons at Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy, overlooking the Tiber River.
Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
  • 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.

from
€22
Castel Sant'Angelo with view of Rome Pantheon in the background.
People walking on St. Angel Bridge towards Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, showcasing detailed ceiling artwork.
Pantheon in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient Roman temple's grand entrance.
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River in Rome, Italy on a sunny day.
Angel statue inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy, with ancient architecture and historical artifacts.
Castel Sant'Angelo interior view with ancient frescoes and architectural details in Rome, Italy.
Pantheon altar in Rome with ancient Roman architecture and intricate marble details.
Rome Pantheon interior with ancient columns and oculus, showcasing historical architecture.
Tomb of Vittorio Emmanuele in the Pantheon. Rome
Chapel of St. Joseph in Roman Pantheon
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Explore two iconic sites—Castel Sant’Angelo and the Pantheon—with a single, value-for-money combo ticket.
  • Step into a papal fortress at Castel Sant’Angelo and uncover legends, royal secrets, and views over the Tiber.
  • Visit the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient monument, and admire its massive dome and open oculus.
  • Learn as you go with an audio guide at the Pantheon, diving into its transformation from temple to church.
  • 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.
  • Step into a papal fortress at Castel Sant’Angelo and uncover legends, royal secrets, and views over the Tiber.
  • Visit the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient monument, and admire its massive dome and open oculus.
  • Learn as you go with an audio guide at the Pantheon, diving into its transformation from temple to church.
  • Discover how Rome evolved from pagan rituals to papal rule—all at your own pace and without breaking the bank.
from €31.54
€28.40

10% off

Guided tour group at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy, viewing historic architecture.
Castel Sant'Angelo exterior view with tourists on a guided tour in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo exterior with guided tour group in Rome.
Bedroom interior in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, featuring historical furnishings and decor.
View of Rome cityscape from Castel Sant'Angelo, featuring St. Peter's Basilica in the distance.
Visitors exploring interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy.
Guide explaining history at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, with tourists listening attentively.
Castel Sant'Angelo exterior view during guided tour in Rome, Italy.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, showcasing detailed ceiling artwork.
Castel Sant'Angelo frescoes with guided tour group in Rome.
Tour guide showing Jubilee Silver Pass holders around the historic Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy
Castel Sant'Angelo miniature model with Passetto di Borgo in Rome, Italy.
Cannons at Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy, overlooking the Tiber River.
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
1 hr
2 more
  • Skip the ticket lines and head straight inside Castel Sant’Angelo with fast-track access.

  • Explore with an expert guide who brings to life the castle’s journey from imperial tomb to papal fortress.

  • Hear legends of Archangel Michael and the symbolic statue that crowns the castle.

  • Unpack centuries of Roman history—from emperors and popes to prisoners and plots—in a single visit.

  • Pressed for time? Opt for the express tour to see the castle’s top highlights in just 1–2 hours.

More details

  • Skip the ticket lines and head straight inside Castel Sant’Angelo with fast-track access.

  • Explore with an expert guide who brings to life the castle’s journey from imperial tomb to papal fortress.

  • Hear legends of Archangel Michael and the symbolic statue that crowns the castle.

  • Unpack centuries of Roman history—from emperors and popes to prisoners and plots—in a single visit.

  • Pressed for time? Opt for the express tour to see the castle’s top highlights in just 1–2 hours.

from
€55.20
Castel Sant Angelo with St Peter's Basilica in the background, Rome.
Visitors exploring interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, Italy, with ancient architecture and historical artifacts.
Bedroom interior in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, featuring historical furnishings and decor.
St. Peter's Basilica interior with ornate ceiling and grand columns in Vatican City.
St. Peter's Basilica interior with intricate ceiling painting in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River in Rome, Italy on a sunny day.
People walking on St. Angel Bridge towards Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo interior view with ancient frescoes and architectural details in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo with Passetto di Borgo walkway in Rome, Italy.
Passetto di Borgo walkway with scenic view of Vatican City, Rome, Italy.
Details of the Interiors of St. Peter’s Basilica
View of St. Peter's Basilica interior from the dome, showcasing ornate architecture and Vatican City landmarks.
View of St. Peter's Basilica interior from the dome, showcasing ornate architecture and Vatican City landmarks.
St. Peter's Basilica dome interior with intricate mosaics and architectural details, Vatican City.
Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
Audio guide
  • 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.

  • 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.

More details

  • 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.

  • 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.

from €33
€31.35

5% off

View of the Castel Sant Angelo\view of the St. Peter's Basilica
Castel Sant'Angelo, Hadrian's Mausoleum, ROme
Tour guide showing Jubilee Silver Pass holders around the historic Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy
St. Peter's Basilica dome interior with intricate mosaics and architectural details, Rome.
St. Peter's Basilica interior with Bernini's Baldacchino under the dome in Vatican City.
Tour guide leading group at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, part of Jubilee Silver Pass tour.
Interior view of Castel Sant'Angelo showcasing ancient stone walls and arched corridors in Rome, Italy.
St. Peter's Basilica dome view with Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome during guided tour.
Interior of St. Peter's Basilica, Rome
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1 hr
Mobile ticket
1 more
  • Discover the intertwined history of Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica on this expert-guided combo tour.

  • Walk through 2,000 years of history as you explore Castel Sant’Angelo, a mausoleum-turned-fortress.

  • Admire its hidden courtyards, military strongholds, and frescoed chambers, once home to Popes and prisoners alike.

  • Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica and marvel at Renaissance masterpieces, from Michelangelo’s Pietà to Bernini’s Baldachin.

  • Descend to the Vatican Grottoes, where past Popes—including St. Peter himself—are laid to rest.

More details

  • Discover the intertwined history of Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica on this expert-guided combo tour.

  • Walk through 2,000 years of history as you explore Castel Sant’Angelo, a mausoleum-turned-fortress.

  • Admire its hidden courtyards, military strongholds, and frescoed chambers, once home to Popes and prisoners alike.

  • Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica and marvel at Renaissance masterpieces, from Michelangelo’s Pietà to Bernini’s Baldachin.

  • Descend to the Vatican Grottoes, where past Popes—including St. Peter himself—are laid to rest.

from €82
€77.90

5% off

Colosseum in Rome, included in Omnia Card with access to 10+ attractions.
Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, featured in Omnia Card and Roma Pass attractions list.
Castel Sant Angelo with Omnia Card and Roma Pass access in Rome.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists using Omnia Card and Roma Pass for entry.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists using Omnia Card and Roma Pass for entry.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists using Omnia Card and Roma Pass for unlimited public transport access.
Visitors exploring exhibits at the National Gallery of Modern Art in Rome with Omnia Card and Roma Pass.
Villa Borghese gardens with Omnia Card and Roma Pass access in Rome.
Ancient ruins of Ostia Antica with Omnia Card and Roma Pass access in Rome, Italy.
The National Roman Museum entrance with Omnia Card and Roma Pass holders.
Santa Maria in Via Lata interior with Omnia Card and Roma Pass tour benefits.
Basilica of Saint John Lateran facade in Rome, accessible with Omnia Card and Roma Pass.
Trajan's Market ruins in Rome, accessible with Omnia Card and Roma Pass.
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2 more
  • 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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€149
Trevi Fountain in Rome during The Official Angels & Demons Tour.
Semi-private walking tour group exploring landmarks in Rome on The Official Angels & Demons Tour
Rome Angels & Demons walking tour at Castel Sant'Angelo, featuring historical landmarks and secret passageways.
Vatican City guide explaining Angels & Demons tour locations to visitors.
Rome walking tour group at Castel Sant'Angelo, part of The Official Angels & Demons Tour.
Vatican City guide leading The Official Angels & Demons Tour past St. Peter's Basilica.
Trevi Fountain in Rome during The Official Angels & Demons Tour.
Trevi Fountain in Rome during The Official Angels & Demons Tour.
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4 hr 15 min
3 more
  • Participate in this one-of-a-kind Angels & Demons tour to uncover mysteries and secrets.

  • Go down the Path of Illumination and decode puzzles and enigmas.

  • Come face-to-face with the Altars of Science and uncover secrets hidden in the famous sculptures and texts.

  • Tour the Church of Illumination and catch sight of a secret passage that connects the Vatican with the Castel Sant’Angelo.

  • 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.

More details

  • Participate in this one-of-a-kind Angels & Demons tour to uncover mysteries and secrets.

  • Go down the Path of Illumination and decode puzzles and enigmas.

  • Come face-to-face with the Altars of Science and uncover secrets hidden in the famous sculptures and texts.

  • Tour the Church of Illumination and catch sight of a secret passage that connects the Vatican with the Castel Sant’Angelo.

  • 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.

from
€79
Colosseum and Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome with entry tickets.
Colosseum and Castel Sant'Angelo entry points in Rome, Italy, showcasing historic architecture.
Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome with view of the Tiber River, part of Colosseum and Castel St. Angelo tour.
Tourists exploring the historic Castel St Angelo in Rome, Italy with Borghese Gallery combo tickets
Colosseum and Castel Sant'Angelo entry points in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists and Bio Parco entrance in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo exterior view in Rome with tourists exploring the historic site.
Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome with view of the Tiber River, part of Colosseum and Castel St Angelo tour.
Colosseum with tourists entering through priority entrance in Rome, Italy.
Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
  • Make the best of your holiday in Rome and visit two iconic buildings with one money-saving combo ticket.

  • Explore the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself.

  • Visit the Roman Forum and see the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.

  • Get access to Palatine Hill, once the chosen spot for Emperors to build their homes.

  • Tour Castel Sant'Angelo, an ancient, historical building that has existed since the 2nd century.

  • Find out how parts of the building served as living quarters, a fortress, and even a prison.

  • Admire the architecture of the building and its preserved statues, art, and weapons at your own pace.

More details

  • Make the best of your holiday in Rome and visit two iconic buildings with one money-saving combo ticket.

  • Explore the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself.

  • Visit the Roman Forum and see the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.

  • Get access to Palatine Hill, once the chosen spot for Emperors to build their homes.

  • Tour Castel Sant'Angelo, an ancient, historical building that has existed since the 2nd century.

  • Find out how parts of the building served as living quarters, a fortress, and even a prison.

  • Admire the architecture of the building and its preserved statues, art, and weapons at your own pace.

from €52.80
€50.16

5% off

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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.

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Address
Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Founded by
Emperor Hadrian
Visitors per year
1234443
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Peter Reid

Peter

5/5
No delay at the entrance with our prebooked ticket. Castel Sant' Angelo is not as glamorous as many of the other big tourist attractions but it has a fascinating history. The visit took in a museum with several models and paintings of how the site looked in different periods. There are great panoramic views of Rome from the higher levels.
Lisa Price
GB

Lisa

4/5
United Kingdom
This was a great tour. Didn't get chance to see it last time we visited Rome so was top of my list this time. The download guide was useful but we found it hard to know where to go at times as there were different numbers about for different tours but we managed to make our own way round. Low point was the cafe/bar. We wanted a drink... waited but no one came to us so we went inside and she told us to go outside and wait for the waiter. We gave up in the end which made us leave earlier than we wanted to find somewhere to have a drink. So advice is 'take water!'
Mammoliti Anaïs
FR

Mammoliti

4/5
France
What I loved most about this place was the museum and the Basilica of St. Peter, which are truly incredible. What's more, we went at just the right time, as we were able to attend a farewell mass in honor of Pope Francis, which was very impressive. On the downside, I paid for access to the Sistine Chapel, but current events meant that the chapel was closed, so I couldn't use the extra ticket for the Sistine Chapel.
Gilvanete da Silva Costa Tavares
BR

Gilvanete

5/5
Brazil
As well as being beautiful, the museum and chapel are an important historical and artistic site, with a rich history and remarkable works of art. And buying tickets in advance avoided the huge queues.
Lynn Loughran
GB

Lynn

5/5
United Kingdom
Really interesting tour with a fantastic guide Alec, he answered all our question and was very knowledgeable about the history. Would definitely recommend this tour
Hsueh Hsin Yu
SG

Hsueh

5/5
Singapore
Love the story telling + touring combo! It was amazing. Angela was a fantastic guide. She made the story and the city came alive
Marino Maria Rosa
IT

Marino

5/5
Italy
Rob Who led the tour is an exhilarating person, prepared, knowledgeable and above all has a great passion for his work.... With his narration and theatricality he made us "enter" the book and experience the emotion of angels and demons as protagonists...too bad that this tour is only in English and we were perhaps the only Italians to enjoy it with enthusiasm . Thank you for this fantastic experience
Rocco Puccio

Rocco

5/5
It was an exceptional opportunity that I could not take advantage of all as I had so many things to visit. The idea is great.
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