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Castel Sant Angelo

A historic fortress offering panoramic views, rich history, and centuries of art and architecture.

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Castel Sant Angelo
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
People walking on St. Angelo Bridge with a view of Rome's cityscape from Castel Sant'Angelo.
Visitors exploring frescoes inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Medieval religious artwork inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, depicting saints and Madonna.
Passetto di Borgo walkway in Rome with trees and historic arches.
Passetto di Borgo stone wall with arches and adjacent buildings in Rome.
Visitors exploring the interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Ornate bed in Castel Sant'Angelo bedroom, Rome, with intricate carvings and red bedding.
Interior of Castel Sant'Angelo with ornate ceiling and detailed frescoes in Rome, Italy.
Statue of an angel inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Bronze statue of Archangel Michael atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
View of Vatican City from Passetto di Borgo, featuring St. Peter's Basilica and surrounding architecture.
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Skip the line at Castel Sant’Angelo and head straight inside with your pre-booked ticket—no waiting in long queues.

  • Uncover hidden stories and architectural marvels as you wander through grand corridors and scenic viewpoints of this imperial mausoleum, papal fortress-turned-museum

  • You can also upgrade your visit with a hosted entry for a seamless start or add an audio guide or guidebook to make the most of your castle experience.

More details

  • Skip the line at Castel Sant’Angelo and head straight inside with your pre-booked ticket—no waiting in long queues.

  • Uncover hidden stories and architectural marvels as you wander through grand corridors and scenic viewpoints of this imperial mausoleum, papal fortress-turned-museum

  • You can also upgrade your visit with a hosted entry for a seamless start or add an audio guide or guidebook to make the most of your castle experience.

from
€16
Tour group walking towards Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy, with historic statues and architecture.
Tour guide explaining history to a group at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Visitors exploring the arched corridor of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome.
Ornate bedroom with carved bed in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
View of Rome from Castel Sant'Angelo, featuring the Tiber River and historic buildings.
Visitors exploring the courtyard of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Guide explaining history to tourists at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Visitors exploring the ancient corridors of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome.
Interior of Castel Sant'Angelo with ornate ceiling and detailed frescoes in Rome, Italy.
Frescoes depicting historical scenes at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
View of Rome from Castel Sant'Angelo, overlooking the Tiber River and cityscape.
Castel Sant'Angelo miniature model display in museum setting, Rome.
Cannons and catapult at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, with stone cannonballs.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
1 hr
  • Bypass the queues with fast-track entry and step straight into the heart of Castel Sant’Angelo.

  • Discover how this monument transformed from an emperor’s mausoleum to a papal stronghold with stories only an expert guide can tell.

  • Learn the legend of Archangel Michael and the statue that still guards the castle’s summit.

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

  • Short on time? Choose the express tour to capture the castle’s must-see highlights in just 1–2 hours.

More details

  • Bypass the queues with fast-track entry and step straight into the heart of Castel Sant’Angelo.

  • Discover how this monument transformed from an emperor’s mausoleum to a papal stronghold with stories only an expert guide can tell.

  • Learn the legend of Archangel Michael and the statue that still guards the castle’s summit.

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

  • Short on time? Choose the express tour to capture the castle’s must-see highlights in just 1–2 hours.

from
€55.20
Colosseum and Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome with tourists exploring.
Visitors exploring frescoes inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Ornate bed in Castel Sant'Angelo bedroom, Rome, with intricate carvings and red bedding.
Colosseum interior view with ancient stone arches and arena floor in Rome, Italy.
Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring the interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Bronze statue of Archangel Michael atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Passetto di Borgo walkway in Rome with trees and historic arches.
View of Vatican City from Passetto di Borgo, featuring St. Peter's Basilica and surrounding architecture.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater.
Tourists exploring ruins of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, Italy, with ancient temples and arches.
Colosseum Museum artefacts display with ancient pottery, bones, and tools.
Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Explore Rome’s greatest landmarks with one budget-friendly combo, covering the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Mamertine Prison, and Castel Sant’Angelo.

  • Step inside the Colosseum at your chosen time with an audio guide, and stand in the arena that once echoed with the clash of gladiators.

  • Stroll through ancient temples and palaces on Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, then step into Castel Sant’Angelo to uncover its past as an imperial tomb and papal fortress.

  • Skip the lines at Castel Sant’Angelo with a digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German, and wander through grand corridors, storied halls, and terraces with breathtaking city views.

More details

  • Explore Rome’s greatest landmarks with one budget-friendly combo, covering the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Mamertine Prison, and Castel Sant’Angelo.

  • Step inside the Colosseum at your chosen time with an audio guide, and stand in the arena that once echoed with the clash of gladiators.

  • Stroll through ancient temples and palaces on Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, then step into Castel Sant’Angelo to uncover its past as an imperial tomb and papal fortress.

  • Skip the lines at Castel Sant’Angelo with a digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German, and wander through grand corridors, storied halls, and terraces with breathtaking city views.

from €50
€47.50

5% off

Pantheon and Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, showcasing iconic architecture.
Interior view of the Pantheon in Rome, showcasing its ornate marble floor and ancient columns.
Pantheon dome interior with oculus in Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring frescoes inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Pantheon in Rome with tourists and fountain in the foreground.
Pantheon interior in Rome with marble floors and ancient columns.
Pantheon altar with Madonna of Mercy fresco, Rome.
Statue inside the Roman Pantheon depicting a religious figure with a child, surrounded by frescoes.
People walking on St. Angelo Bridge with a view of Rome's cityscape from Castel Sant'Angelo.
Bronze statue of Archangel Michael atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Ornate bed in Castel Sant'Angelo bedroom, Rome, with intricate carvings and red bedding.
Passetto di Borgo walkway in Rome with trees and historic arches.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • With these fast-track entry tickets, save time spent in long queues to deep-dive into two of ancient Rome's iconic landmarks.

  • At the Rome Pantheon, marvel at the massive dome—the largest unsupported concrete dome on Earth. Stand beneath the oculus, where sunlight streams into the rotunda, and explore this monument at your own pace.

  • Explore Castel Sant'Angelo, a riverside fortress first built as Emperor Hadrian’s tomb, with an audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German. Visit the Treasure Room, once holding the remains of emperors, and climb the ramp to see exhibits on Rome’s military past with weapons and armour.

  • Enjoy the convenience of a single ticket for two must-see museums, making your Rome adventure seamless.

More details

  • With these fast-track entry tickets, save time spent in long queues to deep-dive into two of ancient Rome's iconic landmarks.

  • At the Rome Pantheon, marvel at the massive dome—the largest unsupported concrete dome on Earth. Stand beneath the oculus, where sunlight streams into the rotunda, and explore this monument at your own pace.

  • Explore Castel Sant'Angelo, a riverside fortress first built as Emperor Hadrian’s tomb, with an audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German. Visit the Treasure Room, once holding the remains of emperors, and climb the ramp to see exhibits on Rome’s military past with weapons and armour.

  • Enjoy the convenience of a single ticket for two must-see museums, making your Rome adventure seamless.

from €27
€25.65

5% off

Castel Sant'Angelo with angel statues on Ponte Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Interior of Castel Sant'Angelo featuring ornate ceiling details and frescoes in Rome, Italy.
Miniature model of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, showcasing detailed architecture and surrounding landscape.
Ornate bedroom with carved bed in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Aerial view of Castel Sant'Angelo and Passetto di Borgo in Rome, Italy.
Passetto di Borgo connecting to Vatican City, surrounded by trees and historic buildings.
Passetto di Borgo's ancient brick architecture in Rome, Italy.
View from Castel Sant'Angelo of people walking on St. Angel Bridge, Rome.
Bronze statue of Archangel Michael atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Armor display in Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Ceiling details of Castel Sant'Angelo interior featuring ornate geometric patterns and inscriptions.
Visitor exploring a brick corridor inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Armor and stone carvings inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Cannons and catapult at Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome, with stone cannonballs.
Flexible duration
  • With timed entry to the Passetto di Borgo and skip-the-line access to Castel Sant’Angelo, you can explore hidden passages and centuries of history without the wait.

  • 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.

More details

  • With timed entry to the Passetto di Borgo and skip-the-line access to Castel Sant’Angelo, you can explore hidden passages and centuries of history without the wait.

  • 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
€38.90
Vatican Museum hall and Castel Sant'Angelo exterior in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museum, admiring detailed frescoes.
Spiral staircase in Vatican Museums, Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
Ornate bed in Castel Sant'Angelo bedroom, Rome, with intricate carvings and red bedding.
Entrance to the Vatican Museums with sculptures above the door in Rome.
Sphere sculpture by Arnaldo Pomodoro at Vatican Museum, Vatican City.
Marble statues in the Vatican Museums corridor, part of the skip-the-line tour.
Laocoön and His Sons sculpture in Vatican Museums, Vatican City.
Visitors exploring frescoes inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Visitors exploring the interior of Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
People walking on St. Angelo Bridge with a view of Rome's cityscape from Castel Sant'Angelo.
View of Vatican City from Passetto di Borgo, featuring St. Peter's Basilica and surrounding architecture.
Bronze statue of Archangel Michael atop Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Passetto di Borgo walkway in Rome with trees and historic arches.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Save money on this exciting combo, which includes priority access to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Castle Sant’Angelo.

  • See works by Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, and more at the Vatican Museums.

  • Explore Michelangelo's iconic ceiling and wall frescoes in the magnificent Sistine Chapel.

  • Explore Castel Sant’Angelo, once the Mausoleum of Hadrian, and uncover over 2,000 years of history with your audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German.

More details

  • Save money on this exciting combo, which includes priority access to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Castle Sant’Angelo.

  • See works by Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, and more at the Vatican Museums.

  • Explore Michelangelo's iconic ceiling and wall frescoes in the magnificent Sistine Chapel.

  • Explore Castel Sant’Angelo, once the Mausoleum of Hadrian, and uncover over 2,000 years of history with your audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German.

from €41
€38.95

5% off

Tour group with guide walking through a busy street in Naples.
Crowd at St. Peter's Square with St. Peter's Basilica and fountain in Vatican City.
Twin churches at Piazza del Popolo, Rome, with people walking in the square.
Aerial view of Castel Sant'Angelo and Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Guide discussing Pompeii ruins with tourists in a private coach.
Piazza del Popolo in Rome with central obelisk and surrounding statues.
Piazza Navona in Rome with Fountain of the Four Rivers and surrounding architecture.
Aerial view of Saint Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
Visitors walking on the bridge towards Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring frescoes inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Visitors exploring the arched corridor of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome.
Castel Sant'Angelo courtyard with Italian flag, Rome, Italy.
View of Ponte Sant'Angelo and Tiber River from Castel Sant'Angelo terrace in Rome.
Panoramic view from Castel Sant'Angelo terrace overlooking Rome with Italian flag.
Free cancellation
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4 hr 15 min
1 more
  • Join this Angels & Demons tour inspired by Dan Brown’s bestselling novel, uncovering the mysteries and hidden symbols woven into Rome’s history.

  • Follow the Path of Illumination to the Altars of Science, decoding puzzles and secrets in Rome’s iconic artworks.

  • See Castel Sant’Angelo with your guide, taking in its striking architecture and fascinating role in Rome’s history.

  • Enjoy transfers between sites in an air-conditioned minivan make exploring Rome’s mysteries easy and comfortable.

  • Savor an authentic Roman cream-filled sweet bun, a local treat included with your experience.

More details

  • Join this Angels & Demons tour inspired by Dan Brown’s bestselling novel, uncovering the mysteries and hidden symbols woven into Rome’s history.

  • Follow the Path of Illumination to the Altars of Science, decoding puzzles and secrets in Rome’s iconic artworks.

  • See Castel Sant’Angelo with your guide, taking in its striking architecture and fascinating role in Rome’s history.

  • Enjoy transfers between sites in an air-conditioned minivan make exploring Rome’s mysteries easy and comfortable.

  • Savor an authentic Roman cream-filled sweet bun, a local treat included with your experience.

from
€79
Tourists in Vatican Museums courtyard with Sphere Within Sphere sculpture, Rome, Italy.
Entrance to the Vatican Museums with sculptures above the door in Rome.
Visitors exploring the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museum, admiring detailed frescoes.
Vatican Museums gallery with classical statues and ornate ceiling.
Laocoön and His Sons sculpture in Vatican Museums, Rome.
Statue of river god Oceanus surrounded by figures in Vatican Museums.
Tourists on the spiral staircase in Vatican Museums, part of the Sistine Chapel tour.
Aerial view of Vatican Gardens in Rome with pathways and a central statue.
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
  • Save 1–2 hours with timed entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel—no ticketing queues.

  • Explore the museums at your own pace, from classical sculptures to Renaissance frescoes in the Gallery of Maps.

  • End at the Sistine Chapel and witness Michelangelo’s iconic Creation of Adam ceiling.

  • Choose upgrades like hosted entry for personal assistance through the entry process or an audio guide in 12 languages for an insightful visit.

  • Want more? Add a scenic open-bus tour of the Vatican Gardens—normally closed to the public.

More details

  • Save 1–2 hours with timed entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel—no ticketing queues.

  • Explore the museums at your own pace, from classical sculptures to Renaissance frescoes in the Gallery of Maps.

  • End at the Sistine Chapel and witness Michelangelo’s iconic Creation of Adam ceiling.

  • Choose upgrades like hosted entry for personal assistance through the entry process or an audio guide in 12 languages for an insightful visit.

  • Want more? Add a scenic open-bus tour of the Vatican Gardens—normally closed to the public.

from
€25
Castel Sant'Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, Italy, with tourists exploring.
View of Rome from Castel Sant'Angelo terrace with people overlooking the Tiber River and cityscape.
Castel Sant'Angelo courtyard with Italian flag, Rome, Italy.
St. Peter's Basilica and Square with obelisk, Vatican City, crowded with visitors.
Bernini's Baldacchino under St. Peter's Basilica dome, Vatican City.
Tourists on Ponte Sant'Angelo with Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.
Panoramic view from Castel Sant'Angelo terrace overlooking Rome with Italian flag.
Cannons and cannonballs at Castel Sant'Angelo military exhibits in Rome.
Ceiling fresco at Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy, featuring mythological scene.
Busts and artifacts in a corridor at Castel Sant'Angelo museum, Rome.
Aerial view of Saint Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
St. Peter's Basilica interior with tourists exploring ornate architecture and sculptures.
Pietà statue by Michelangelo at St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.
View of St. Peter's Basilica interior from the dome, showcasing ornate architecture and altar.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Explore all five floors of Castel Sant’Angelo, where statues, artwork, and historical weapons are preserved.

  • Enhance your visit with an audio guide to uncover how this castle functioned as a fortress, residence, and even a prison.

  • At St. Peter’s Basilica, admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s life-sized Pietà and gain expert insights into its artistic and spiritual significance.

  • Descend into the Papal Tombs beneath St. Peter’s Basilica to witness the final resting places of past popes, surrounded by centuries of history.

More details

  • Explore all five floors of Castel Sant’Angelo, where statues, artwork, and historical weapons are preserved.

  • Enhance your visit with an audio guide to uncover how this castle functioned as a fortress, residence, and even a prison.

  • At St. Peter’s Basilica, admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s life-sized Pietà and gain expert insights into its artistic and spiritual significance.

  • Descend into the Papal Tombs beneath St. Peter’s Basilica to witness the final resting places of past popes, surrounded by centuries of history.

from €27
€25.65

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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Angela Ziara
GB

Angela

United Kingdom
Aug 2025
5/5
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Definitely worth a visit to Castel Sant Angelo the view from the top was amazing and we were lucky enough to get a table at the cafe up there to saviour it even more. The tickets being digital on the App were also very convenient would recommend
Maria Lourdes Punter Becerril
ES

Maria

Spain
Jul 2025
5/5
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It is a beautiful castle that also offers a terrace overlooking the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, it is very nice and I definitely recommend it.
Brooke Schwartz
US

Brooke

United States
Aug 2025
5/5
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Easy to get in and beautiful place. Only took about 15 minutes to get through security and into the museum. Beautiful artwork but very tiring so make sure to eat a good breakfast
Darlene Mckinney
US

Darlene

United States
Jul 2025
4/5
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I loved the experience ofvisitingtheVaticanMuseumand the Sistene Chapel. Crowed control was good for the most part which helped us get to most of what we wanted to see.
Hsueh Hsin Yu
SG

Hsueh

Singapore
Apr 2024
5/5
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

Italy
Dec 2023
5/5
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

Jun 2025
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.
BUSTOS MOZO RICARDO ALFONSO
CO

Bustos

Colombia
Jan 2025
5/5
Excellent facility to use public transportation in the city, the prices are quite comfortable and easy to book tourist sites to choose from using the card, I recommend it.
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