Rome: Castel Sant'Angelo Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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Rome: Castel Sant'Angelo Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
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1625 reviews

Discover the historic Castel Sant'Angelo and its ancient fortress on a guided tour. Explore areas that are generally closed to the public and admire the panoramic views of Rome from its terrace.

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Duration 1 - 2 hours
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Skip the line through a separate entrance
Live tour guide
English
Optional audio guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Bronwyn – Australia

Fantastic. Lots of information about the buildings pasts thru the different ages.

J
Jason – United States

Our tour guide was great and she was very passionate and knowledgeable about the site and all the landmarks and city in general! We didn’t get to see this site on our first trip to Rome so I’m very glad we got to see it this trip because it was definitely worth it. The headset we were given was way higher quality than one of our tours from another company too, so that was super nice to hear our tour guide so clearly.

Highlights

  • Discover the exclusive areas of the Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome on a guided tour
  • Explore places that are generally closed to the public with your expert guide
  • Learn about the construction and history of the castle and its various uses
  • Admire the extraordinary masterpieces surrounding the castle from the terrace
  • Enjoy the fantastic panoramic views of the city from the castle's terrace

Full description

Join a professional guide to discover areas of the Castel Sant'Angelo that aren’t normally accessible to the public. Learn about the fascinating history of the fortress as you explore exclusive areas like the Olearie, the historical prisons, and the theater of Clemente VII.

Use your skip-the-line entry ticket to save time and begin your guided tour of the famous castle erected by the Roman emperor Hadrian as his tomb. Uncover how the building has served as a private residence to popes, a treasury of the state, a prison, and a public execution site.

Discover the rich history behind the castle and marvel at its magnificent sculptures and paintings. See the burial place of the late emperor, the pope’s apartment, and the treasury room.

Finally, enjoy the panoramic views of the city from the castle's terrace. Choose to add a traditional aperitivo in a bar nearby after the tour to complement your experience.

Includes

  • Skip-the-line entrance to the Castel Sant'Angelo
  • Guide
  • Headsets if needed

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Meet in front of the main entrance to the Lungotevere Castello. Look for a representative holding a “Loving Rome” flag. Late arrivals or no-shows will not be accommodated or refunded.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Food and drinks
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • In compliance with the attraction's mandatory regulations, please provide the full name(s) of each participant during booking, exactly as they appear on the passport or valid ID
  • For verification, please bring your passport or valid ID with you on the day of the visit
  • Tickets are valid only for the selected date and time slot
  • Late arrivals or no-shows will not be accommodated or refunded
  • You will need to climb a series of stairs to reach the panoramic terrace

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 1625 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Bronwyn – AustraliaApril 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Fantastic. Lots of information about the buildings pasts thru the different ages.
J
Jason – United StatesMarch 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Our tour guide was great and she was very passionate and knowledgeable about the site and all the landmarks and city in general! We didn’t get to see this site on our first trip to Rome so I’m very glad we got to see it this trip because it was definitely worth it. The headset we were given was way higher quality than one of our tours from another company too, so that was super nice to hear our tour guide so clearly.
R
Robert – United StatesMarch 27, 2025 – Verified booking
Awesome tour guide. Very informative and fun. A must have when visiting Sant’Angelo.

Product ID: 339261

Activity provider:Loving Rome

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