St. Peter Basilica, Passetto di Borgo & Castel Sant'Angelo Entry
Overview
Discover three of Rome and the Vatican’s most iconic landmarks in one unforgettable experience: St. Peter’s Basilica, the Passetto di Borgo, and Castel Sant’Angelo. With reserved entry, skip the long lines and enjoy smooth access with on-site assistance from professional staff.
Explore the Vatican’s spiritual heart inside the Basilica, admiring Michelangelo’s Pietà and the majestic Dome. Walk the hidden Passetto di Borgo, the secret corridor linking the Vatican to Castel Sant’Angelo—usually closed to the public.
End your visit inside the impressive Castel Sant’Angelo, once a papal refuge and now a museum with breathtaking views over Rome and the Tiber River. A must-do for lovers of history, art, and European cultural heritage.
What's Included
- Touristation Assistance to the St. Peter's Basilica
- Reserved Entrance to Castel Sant'Angelo
- Reserved Entrance to the Papal Secret Passage
- Reserved Entrance to the St. Peter's Basilica with Audioguide
- Transfer from/to the Hotel
- Guided Tour
Meeting Location
Borgo Vittorio
48, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Lungotevere Castello
50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Your visit will end inside Castel Sant'Angelo, where you can stay as long as you like and explore at your own pace.
What To Expect
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St. Peter's Basilica
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Passetto di Borgo
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note that the meeting point is at Piazza Risorgimento, at the Touristation kiosk (in front of the Foot Locker store). You will be assisted upon arrival and provided with all the necessary information for your visit.
- Please note that entry to St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to security checks, which may take longer during high season, special events, or religious celebrations.
- However, with reserved access, you’ll have priority over the general line, making your entry smoother and faster.
- ⚠️ Kindly note: This is not a guided tour, but includes reserved entry with on-site assistance. Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter the Basilica, as it is a sacred site. It is mandatory to bring a valid ID or passport for each participant.
- All relevant details regarding your Passetto di Borgo and Castel San'Angelo entrances will be provided at the meeting point.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- Touristation Assistance to the St. Peter's Basilica.
- Reserved Entrance to Castel Sant'Angelo.
- Reserved Entrance to the Papal Secret Passage.
- Reserved Entrance to the St. Peter's Basilica with Audioguide.
- Transfer from/to the Hotel.
- Guided Tour.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the St. Peter Basilica, Passetto di Borgo & Castel Sant'Angelo Entry is as follows:
- 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 St. Peter Basilica, Passetto di Borgo & Castel Sant’Angelo Entry 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
- Touristation Assistance to the St. Peter's Basilica
- Reserved Entrance to Castel Sant'Angelo
- Reserved Entrance to the Papal Secret Passage
- Reserved Entrance to the St. Peter's Basilica with Audioguide
- Transfer from/to the Hotel
- Guided Tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note that the meeting point is at Piazza Risorgimento, at the Touristation kiosk (in front of the Foot Locker store). You will be assisted upon arrival and provided with all the necessary information for your visit.
- Please note that entry to St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to security checks, which may take longer during high season, special events, or religious celebrations.
- However, with reserved access, you’ll have priority over the general line, making your entry smoother and faster.
- ⚠️ Kindly note: This is not a guided tour, but includes reserved entry with on-site assistance. Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter the Basilica, as it is a sacred site. It is mandatory to bring a valid ID or passport for each participant.
- All relevant details regarding your Passetto di Borgo and Castel San'Angelo entrances will be provided at the meeting point.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travelers
