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Castel Sant’Angelo Express Guided Tour

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Tour guide holding Castel Sant’Angelo sign with tourists overlooking Rome.
Tour group with guide at Castel Sant’Angelo, Rome, wearing masks and walking along ancient walls.
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Duration

1 hr

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Guided tour

Explore the history, art, architecture, and beauty of Castel Sant'Angelo with fast-track access.

    • Avail skip-the-line access to the beautiful Castel Sant'Angelo, and save on time and energy exploring the castle on this guided tour.

    • Wander around the castle celebrating and appreciating art such as the beautifully preserved paintings and frescoes at the castle.

    • Explore and learn the secrets of this castle, known around the world for serving as a mausoleum, a fortress, a hideaway, and a museum at different points in time of history.

    • Fun Fact: The statue of an angel crowning the castle was added as a symbol of the archangel Michael, who was believed to have appeared and ended the plague in Rome.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Castel Sant'Angelo (€16 admission fee is included)

    • Professional English-speaking guide

    • 1-hour guided tour

    • Headsets

    • Hotel transfers
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 159 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Butean Alexandra

    Butean

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    The tour guid was dramatic in presenting the castel and she also gave us some inside stories
    Florence Nogueira

    Florence

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    I couldn't find my guide at all.
    Robert Saborsky

    Robert

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    Absolutely amazing from start to finish. Our tour guide was immensely knowledgeable, friendly, and accomodating. We booked an hour tour before the Vatican and he was so great I wish we would have had the two hours!
    Gino Scarpino

    Gino

    Apr 2025
    Verified booking
    The guide was very good. Friendly and complete
    Michele McDermott

    Michele

    Apr 2025
    Verified booking
    Our guide was such a pleasure. He was very knowledgeable and was a wonderful storyteller. Kept us interested the entire tour.
  • Explore Castel Sant'Angelo, popularly known as The Mausoleum of Hadrian with skip-the-line access and marvel at its architecture. Explore the five floors within the castle and wallow in its rich historical splendor as you learn about its facts from your expert professional guide. Discover the art and paintings in the castle that portray the rich history of the country.

    Follow your guide to the emperor's burial place, the papal apartment, and the treasury room. Admire the beautiful angel sculptures along the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge, also known as the Bridge of Angels. Towards the end, get an incredible experience with a panoramic view from the castle's terrace and take stunning photos of the city.

  • Castel St. Angelo

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday9:00am - 7:30pmlast entry 6:30pm
    Wednesday9:00am - 7:30pmlast entry 6:30pm
    Thursday9:00am - 7:30pmlast entry 6:30pm
    Friday9:00am - 7:30pmlast entry 6:30pm
    Saturday9:00am - 7:30pmlast entry 6:30pm
    Sunday9:00am - 7:30pmlast entry 6:30pm

    Ponte sant angelo

    Monday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Tuesday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Wednesday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Thursday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Friday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Saturday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Sunday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm

    Mausoleum of Hadrian

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday9:00am - 7:30pm
    Wednesday9:00am - 7:30pm
    Thursday9:00am - 7:30pm
    Friday9:00am - 7:30pm
    Saturday9:00am - 7:30pm
    Sunday9:00am - 7:30pm
  • What to bring

    • Keep in mind that your ticket is nominative, and you must present a valid ID matching your full name on the ticket for entry.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

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

    Meeting Point

    • Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of Castel Sant'Angelo.

    • Address: Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy.

    • Guide Identifier: Your guide will be holding a “Loving Rome” orange flag.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is P.za Pia/Castel S. Angelo. It is a quick 5-min walk to the meeting point.

    • Board buses #23, #40, #62, and more to get you there.

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