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Combo (Save 26%): Castel Sant'Angelo + St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour

Name: Combo (Save 26%): Castel Sant'Angelo + St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour
Start: 2026-06-01T10:00:00
End: 2026-06-01T11:00:00
Location: Rome

Aerial view of Castel Sant'Angelo and Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, Italy.

View of Rome from Castel Sant'Angelo, overlooking the Tiber River and cityscape.

St. Peter's Basilica viewed from Via della Conciliazione in Vatican City.

Bernini's Baldacchino under St. Peter's Basilica dome, Vatican City.

Duration

1 hr

Open today

Guided tour

On this combo tour, visit 2 neighboring sites less than 1 km apart yet in different nations! Get expert guidance at Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica.

4.3/5(2,651)

Stephanie B

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Must do tour! We were fortune enough to get a tour guide from the Basilica who was extremely knowledgeable on not only the Basilica, but also the history and meaning leading to its creation! Just Wow! Please note that you still will have long lines for entry even with skip the line option, for understandable security measures. Once you see this place, you will wonder why it's not more highly guarded. Also tour meeting points / guides need to be better about wearing what they say they will be wearing, and meeting when they say they will. If we are required to be there a half hour early, they should be also, as well as standing out /wearing colors as described!

Verena S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The tour of Castel Sant'Angelo was really interesting. Our tour guide, Simone, was also really great. Unfortunately, a thunderstorm rolled in during the tour, so the view from the top was a bit hazy. What was really a shame, though, were the other people in our group. They showed absolutely no interest in the tour, so Simone had a really hard time keeping the mood up. How can you go on a tour when you don’t actually want to be there? It was a real shame for the rest of the group.

Stina H

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We had an incredibly knowledgeable guide who made the experience a memorable moment for the whole family. We had visited the church before without our children, but without a guide. Having an English-speaking guide made the visit a completely different experience for both adults and children. We came away not only with new knowledge, but also with a very enjoyable time.

Derek T

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Our guide Eduardo was excellent. Very knowledgeable. I didn't tell him but I am a professor of theology and history and am delighted to say that I learned a great deal from him. He was friendly and very professional. He put such energy into the tour. We were suprised and delighted. We will strongly recommend this tour to the many people we know.

Emma D

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. He took good care of all of us and made sure we had the best tour possible, managing the lines outside and at security to ensure everything went as smoothly as possible. The tour was well-organized, and he was a skilled storyteller, which kept everyone engaged and focused throughout.

Amanda S

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

Well I didn't like the queue to the security but Angela or Andrea made it seem much better 🥰 In fact she is quite incredible and I loved her stories and knowledge So to conclude if you are going to queue have a fabulous guide Thank you 🙏

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.

Castel Sant’Angelo

Guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo with entry

Expert English-speaking guide

Group of up to 20 guests

St. Peter’s Basilica

Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs

Expert English-speaking guide

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Stina H
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We had an incredibly knowledgeable guide who made the experience a memorable moment for the whole family. We had visited the church before without our children, but without a guide. Having an English-speaking guide made the visit a completely different experience for both adults and children. We came away not only with new knowledge, but also with a very enjoyable time.
Amanda S
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Well I didn't like the queue to the security but Angela or Andrea made it seem much better 🥰 In fact she is quite incredible and I loved her stories and knowledge So to conclude if you are going to queue have a fabulous guide Thank you 🙏
Veronica S
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Alexandra is a professional guide with whom I got along perfectly. She provided information and details that I wouldn’t have been able to easily obtain otherwise. The tour was well organized. I highly recommend her.
Eleni K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The was very polite, he had a good knowledge of the history of San Peter's Basilica and the information we received was excellent!
Stephanie B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Must do tour! We were fortune enough to get a tour guide from the Basilica who was extremely knowledgeable on not only the Basilica, but also the history and meaning leading to its creation! Just Wow! Please note that you still will have long lines for entry even with skip the line option, for understandable security measures. Once you see this place, you will wonder why it's not more highly guarded. Also tour meeting points / guides need to be better about wearing what they say they will be wearing, and meeting when they say they will. If we are required to be there a half hour early, they should be also, as well as standing out /wearing colors as described!

An unparalleled experience in Rome! Combine expertly guided tours to these complementary monuments and learn of their intertwined history at a discount.

Getting started

After booking, you'll receive your ticket by email along with meeting point details and instructions.

What to expect

Castel Sant’Angelo

Castel Sant’Angelo has had a long and tumultuous history, meant to be a royal resting place before being converted to a castle-fort for the papacy, and eventually settling for its fate as a museum. Venture through its military exhibits, admire its moats and guarded passageways, and hear the chilling tales of those kept in its dungeons. Get lost in indoor open spaces like the Courtyard of the Angel, and halls like the marble-lined Grand Loggia or the extravagant Paolina Rooms. Be sure to ask your guide lots of questions!

Features

Mausoleum of Hadrian – Originally built as the emperor’s tomb.

Secret passages – Discover hidden escape routes.

Panoramic terrace – Stunning views of Rome and the Vatican.

Papal apartments – Lavish rooms once used by popes.

Prison cells – Former dungeons that held historical figures.

Renaissance frescoes – Beautifully preserved wall paintings.

St. Peter's Basilica

Within the Vatican City enclave, St. Peter’s Basilica towers up over the other buildings. Smack under its 448 ft-high dome of Michelangelo lies the resplendent Main Altar, covered by Bernini’s famous bronze canopy or Baldachin. In the grooves of this massive basilica are numerous niche chapels filled with artworks, sculptures, tabernacles, and more by Renaissance greats. Then, venture a level below ground to the Vatican Grottoes and unravel the Papal Tombs. Be in the presence of St. Peter’s supposed sepulcher at Clementine Chapel or pay homage to St. John Paul II's sarcophagi.

Features

Michelangelo’s Pietà – A masterpiece depicting Mary holding Jesus.

Bernini’s Baldachin – A grand bronze canopy over the Papal Altar.

St. Peter’s Dome – Climb for breathtaking views of Vatican City.

Papal Tombs – The final resting places of past popes.

Vatican Grottoes – Underground chapels and papal burial sites.

Chair of St. Peter – A stunning relic encased in Bernini’s design.

Mosaics & frescoes – Exquisite artwork covering the Basilica’s interior.

Holy Door – A sacred entrance opened only during Jubilee years.

What to bring

Castel Sant’Angelo

If you are visiting with a baby or a toddler, bring a carrier.

Keep in mind that your ticket is nominative, and you must present a valid ID matching your full name on the ticket for entry.

What's not allowed

St. Peter’s Basilica

Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.

It's all about the quiet vibes. Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the Basilica.

Accessibility

Castel Sant’Angelo

Only some areas of the castle are suitable for the use of prams/strollers and wheelchairs.

St. Peter’s Basilica

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. The right semicircle of Saint Peter’s Square is equipped with ramp access into the Basilica. For any special requirements, contact accoglienza@fsp.va in advance.

Sign language guided tours are available at the Basilica. This service must be booked at least 48 hours in advance at the following email address: visiteguidate@fsp.va.

Additional information

St. Peter’s Basilica

Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Meeting points

Castel Sant'Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica

Please check your final vouchers for both attractions for the meeting point details and specific instructions.