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Enjoy entry and an audio guide for Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica, uncovering their rich history, art, and hidden stories.
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Explore all five floors of Castel Sant’Angelo, where statues, artwork, and historical weapons are preserved.
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Enhance your visit with an audio guide to uncover how this castle functioned as a fortress, residence, and even a prison.
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At St. Peter’s Basilica, admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s life-sized Pietà and gain expert insights into its artistic and spiritual significance.
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Descend into the Papal Tombs beneath St. Peter’s Basilica to witness the final resting places of past popes, surrounded by centuries of history.
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Direct entry to St. Peter's Basilica
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Direct entry to Castel Sant'Angelo and terrace access
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Digital audio guide
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from Spain, France, United States and over 80 countries have loved this experience
Kerstin
Jul, 2025Verified booking
We were at Castel Sant'Angelo before our time, there were no tourists there yet and we didn't have to show a ticket
Aline
Jun, 2025Verified booking
Wow! Incredible! Visiting Castel Sant'Angelo is an incredible experience! The ticket avoided the queue at the ticket office, we went straight to the entrance, read the QRCode on our cell phone and entered. In other words, everything was smooth, safe and perfect! We love it! I thank and recommend Headout!
Eliset
Jun, 2025Verified booking
Everything , is very interesting, the views it offers from the terrace are beautiful !!!! It took us the time it is said 2 hours of tour. The frescoes on the walls each tell a story. I recommend itOh
Jun, 2025Verified booking
She was very professional, and her pronunciation was so clear that it was easy to understand her even in a crowded place. She was very kind and explained everything in an engaging way without being boring at all.Michael
Jun, 2025Verified booking
What I liked most about the castle is that the tour was very clear and easy. To improve, the audio guide could have some historical facts in several languages to reinforce the audio guide.
Discover the history and artistry of Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica with a single entry ticket. Explore these iconic landmarks at a special combined rate, enriched by an insightful audio guide.
Getting started
Once booked, your ticket will be emailed to you along with meeting point details and important instructions.
What to expect
Castel Sant’Angelo
Castel Sant’Angelo is a historic fortress in Rome, originally built as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum. Over the centuries, it served as a papal residence, military stronghold, and prison. Today, it stands as a museum showcasing art, weapons, and secret passages. Stroll through grand halls, secret corridors, and towering terraces. Learn about its evolution from mausoleum to castle and uncover tales of intrigue, imprisonment, and escape through a helpful audio guide.
Features
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Hadrian’s Mausoleum – The emperor’s monumental tomb.
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Terrace views – Spectacular panoramas of Rome and the Vatican.
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Papal quarters – Once a lavish residence for popes.
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Ancient dungeons – Former prison cells with haunting stories.
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Renaissance frescoes – Magnificent wall paintings still intact.
St. Peter’s Basilica
St. Peter’s Basilica is a masterpiece of faith and art, filled with treasures from the Renaissance and beyond. Marvel at Michelangelo’s breathtaking Pietà, a sculpture of Mary cradling Jesus, and stand beneath Bernini’s grand bronze Baldachin above the Papal Altar. Descend underground to explore the Vatican Grottoes and Papal Tombs, where past popes rest. Admire the intricate mosaics and frescoes that adorn the Basilica’s vast interior, and don’t miss the Chair of St. Peter, a revered relic framed in Bernini’s stunning design.
Features
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Michelangelo’s Pietà – A masterpiece of grace and sorrow.
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Bernini’s Baldachin – A majestic bronze canopy above the altar.
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Papal Tombs – Final resting places of former popes.
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Vatican Grottoes – Sacred underground chambers.
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Chair of St. Peter – A revered relic framed in artistic splendor.
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What to bring
Castel Sant’Angelo
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Visiting with a baby or toddler? Bring a carrier.
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Tickets are nominative—carry an ID that matches the name on your ticket.
What's not allowed
St. Peter’s Basilica
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Dress code: Knees and shoulders must be covered.
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Keep it quiet—phones must stay on silent inside the Basilica.
Accessibility
Castel Sant’Angelo
- Limited access for prams, strollers, and wheelchairs in some areas.
St. Peter’s Basilica
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Wheelchair and stroller accessible via the right semicircle of St. Peter’s Square. For special assistance, email accoglienza@fsp.va.
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Sign language tours available—book at least 48 hours in advance at visiteguidate@fsp.va.
Additional information
St. Peter’s Basilica
- Security lines can be long, especially during peak hours—wait times may reach an hour.
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Your vouchers will be emailed to you shortly.
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Please display the same at each meeting point along with a valid photo ID.
Ticket redemption points
- Please check your final ticket for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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