Private Tour of Castel Sant'Angelo
Overview
With skip the line entrance tickets and your expert guide, begin in 138 AD when the Castel was originally built as a funeral monument for Emperor Hadrian. Here you can still explore the mausoleum dedicated to him. Explore the Treasury room deep inside the castle, where it is said his ashes were originally placed before the 5th century sacking of Rome.
As you make your way through the castle, visit the frescoed Papal apartments. Hear about the lives of the pope's and cardinals who resided here - such as the Borgia, and others who hid away when crisis struck.
Stand in a torture chambre in the courtyard where numerous executions were held, and see the famous Passeto Secreto - the 'secret passageway' that connects the castle directly with the Vatican which inspired Dan Brown's book Angels and Demons.
Finally, enjoy stunning views of the city from the top of the monument where Archangel Michael stands armed with a sword, guarding the city.
What's Included
- Courtyard of the Shooting
- Treasury Hall & Borgia Courtyard of the theatre
- Hadrian’s tomb & Torture chamber
- Castel Sant' Angelo entry valued at €16, included
- Skip the line tickets to the Castel Sant' Angelo
- Papal apartments
- Belvedere terrace with panoramic views
- Chapel of the Condemned
- Fully guided visit inside
- Tips and gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Lungotevere Castello
50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Courtyard of the Shooting.
- Treasury Hall & Borgia Courtyard of the theatre.
- Hadrian’s tomb & Torture chamber.
- Castel Sant' Angelo entry valued at €16, included.
- Skip the line tickets to the Castel Sant' Angelo.
- Papal apartments.
- Belvedere terrace with panoramic views.
- Chapel of the Condemned.
- Fully guided visit inside.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Food and drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of Castel Sant'Angelo is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of Castel Sant’Angelo will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Courtyard of the Shooting
- Treasury Hall & Borgia Courtyard of the theatre
- Hadrian’s tomb & Torture chamber
- Castel Sant' Angelo entry valued at €16, included
- Skip the line tickets to the Castel Sant' Angelo
- Papal apartments
- Belvedere terrace with panoramic views
- Chapel of the Condemned
- Fully guided visit inside
- Tips and gratuities
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
