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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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Fast-track entry to Castel Sant’Angelo
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Audio guide available in English, Spanish, Italian, German and Chinese
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Access to Passetto di Borgo (as per option selected)
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- Live guide
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from Spain, France, United States and over 61 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
Elizangela
Apr, 2025Verified booking
It was all very beautiful, apart from the green area, it was wonderful, enchanting, to know his story, the beauty of his soul, what he left us. You'd have to spend two days in that place to get to know it all.
Verena
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Impressive monument with an eventful history and interesting rooms / exhibits. A beautiful view over the city from the café.
Franck
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Our favorite visit to Castel Sant'Angelo "**. We loved this iconic monument, which is both beautiful, well-maintained and super-convenient for visitors. Here's why we recommend it: **The big pluses:** - A **magnificent** site with a **passionate** tour - Super-practical audio-guide application** (with our own headphones) - Ticket cutting** which saved us a long wait **Conveniences that change everything :** ☕ **A nice café** with tables to sit and eat 🚻 **2 well-placed restrooms** along the tour route - super convenient! 🌇 **A breathtaking view** of Rome from the terraces **Our experience:** We spent 2 hours there, and no time went by! Between the cultural visit, the coffee break and the photos on the terraces, everything was perfect. Having accessible toilets and a place to rest really made the experience more enjoyable. *Little tip:* - Visit at the end of the day for the sunset. - Allow at least 2h30 to fully enjoy the site. - Don't hesitate to use the audio-guide (really well done) A must-see in Rome, perfectly laid out for visitors. We loved it! ★★★★★
Maria
Apr, 2025Verified booking
It is an imposing castle. It is a museum but you can feel what it was like to live there. The atmosphere takes you back to the difficult and special era when it was at its peak. The view from the terrace is panoramic. Some will simply admire it. Others will think about ancient Rome up to our days, and the suffering of ordinary people.
Célio
Mar, 2025Verified booking
The visit to the Castle is incredible and learning about its history is fascinating. We went in the late afternoon and stayed until the end to see the sunset and Rome lit up at night.
Visit the museum at your chosen time slot and explore Rome’s imperial and papal history at a relaxed pace. Make the most of your visit by saving 1-2 hours of exploration time by skipping the ticket queues.
Getting started
To start your visit, go to the main entrance at Lungotevere Castello 50 and show your ticket at the main ticket office. Once you're checked in, you can enter and begin exploring.
What to expect
Your visit begins at the spiral ramp, one of the defensive architectural features of the museum that helps access the burial chambers. These rooms, also called the Chamber of Ashes, once had urns of the remains of Roman emperors such as Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius.
Papal residences
Walk through the fortified corridors to reach the papal apartments. These rooms are decorated with frescoes and stucco. The Sala Paolina stands out with detailed paintings by Girolamo Siciolante da Sermoneta, showing Emperor Hadrian as the founder of the mausoleum. In the Angel Courtyard (Cortile dell’Angelo), you’ll find the original marble statue of Archangel Michael by Raffaello da Montelupo.
Prisons
The fortress became a prison in the 6th century. It held well-known figures like Benvenuto Cellini and Giordano Bruno. You can access the Parlatoio, a rectangular room used to torture prisoners through the Court of Alexander VI.
Terrace and Archangel Michael Statue
Reaching the rooftop you can enjoy a panoramic view of Rome and take a look at the bronze statue of Archangel Michael by Peter Anton von Verschaffelt placed in 1752.
Military defense
The outer terrace and the ramparts represent the military history and role of the museum as a defensive fortress. You can take a look at the five bastions that were added to the museum during the Renaissance.
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.
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.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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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.
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