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Guided tour
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Add a guided tour to Passetto di Borgo and learn about papal secrets and shadowy legends associated with the passage.
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Timed entry to Passetto di Borgo
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Fast-track entry to Castel Sant’Angelo
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Expert guide to Passetto di Borgo (as per option selected)
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English or Italian speaking guide (as per option selected)
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Walk in the footsteps of popes and emperors with entry to Castel Sant’Angelo and exclusive access to the Passetto di Borgo walkway.
Getting started
Begin your visit near the main entrance of Castel Sant’Angelo, where your ticket is validated before you proceed through security. If you’ve chosen the guided tour option, meet your English-speaking guide for a brief introduction before entering the site.
What to expect
Castel Sant’Angelo
Originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, Castel Sant’Angelo has served as a fortress, papal residence, and prison over nearly two millennia. Its imposing structure stands along the Tiber River, a testament to Rome’s layered history.
Features
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Entry to Castel Sant’Angelo: Explore the castle’s historic chambers and ramparts, once used by popes and soldiers for protection and refuge.
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Access to Passetto di Borgo walkway: Walk the secret elevated passageway that links the Vatican to the castle, historically used as an escape route by popes.
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English guided tour of Passetto di Borgo (as per option selected): Gain immersive historical insights into the passage’s role in Rome’s dramatic events, available with the guided tour option.
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Scenic views of Rome’s landmarks: Enjoy panoramic vistas of the city’s rooftops and the Tiber River from select vantage points within the castle and walkway.
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What to bring
- Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the venue for security reasons.
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Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Accessibility
- This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.
Additional information
- Tickets are mandatory for all visitors to the Passetto di Borgo, including children, and must be booked in advance to avoid entry issues.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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