Guided Tours

Castel Sant'Angelo Guided Tour

Name: Castel Sant'Angelo Guided Tour
Start: 2024-07-24T10:00:00
End: 2024-07-24T12:00:00
Location: Castel Sant'Angelo

Get skip-the-line entry on this in-depth tour of the ancient Castel Sant'Angelo, and explore spots not known to the public with a professional guide.

Highlights

Jump past queues and join this unique tour of Castel Sant'Angelo, an extraordinary mausoleum-turned-fortress that has passed hands from Emperor Hadrian to the Papacy.
View the papal apartments, and get picturesque views of the Tiber River and city from defensive ramparts, led by an expert guide in your preferred language!
Traverse the castle that has become a 'museum of itself' with a group of just 20 guests. Choose between a 1 or 2-hour tour.
Fun fact: From the end of the 11th century, the Angel at the top of the castle has been substituted 6 times.

Inclusions

Guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo with skip-the-line entry
Access to the terrace
Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide
Group of up to 20 guests
Headsets if needed

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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Bryce

5/5

Jul, 2024

The tour guide was amazing! I wish we had opted for a longer tour because she did a great job telling the story and history of Castel Sant Angelo.

Brendan

5/5

Jul, 2024

I liked exploring what it looked like in Rome, the history of the castle, and the views from the top are amazing. We had a great guide too!

Ferioli

5/5

Jul, 2024

We did the tour with the Loving Rome guide in English. Very good tour, punctual. Dedicated guide. He was clear in the explanations, answered the questions that were asked. Very good.

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Christopher

5/5

Jun, 2024

Sylvia was a superb guide -- knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. We signed up for the one hour express tour but wish we had time for the two hour tour with Sylvia! A+

Charles

5/5

Jun, 2024

Alec was a great guide -- knowledgeable, engaging, and funny at times. He really knows the guy of the castle. I would tour with him again!

Your experience

Take advantage of your skip-the-line entry ticket for a guided tour of the famous Hadrian's Palace, built by the Roman emperor as his tomb. Embark on your tour and listen to your guide's instructions to discover the secrets behind the Castel Sant'Angelo. Explore the magnificent architecture and paintings of this historic building used by the Popes as a residence for the Popes, a treasure of the State, a prison, and a place for public executions over the centuries.

Next, your professional guide will take you to the emperor's burial place, where you can learn more about the castle's history and the emperor's life. Halt down for admiring beautiful sculptures of angels as you continue your journey. Finish off your 2 hours guided tour with a picturesque view of the lake and castle from the terrace and enjoy your time clicking memorable pictures.

Know before you go

What to bring

Wear comfortable walking shoes as some of the steps and passageways in the castle can be a little slippery.
If you are visiting with a baby or a toddler, get a carrier.

What's not allowed

Note that the following are not allowed: luggage and large bags.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

My tickets

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 tour to avoid any delays.