Castel Sant'Angelo small-group tour with Passetto di Borgo access
Monuments

Castel Sant'Angelo small-group tour with Passetto di Borgo access

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$85.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll explore Castel Sant'Angelo with a guide and discover its role in Rome's history
  • The hidden Passetto di Borgo reveals the secret escape route once used by the popes
  • You can hear stories of emperors, popes, prisoners and dramatic escapes along the way
  • Your visit ends on the terrace with sweeping views across Rome and the Tiber River
What to expect

Step inside Castel Sant'Angelo and uncover the story of one of Rome's most remarkable landmarks on this guided tour.

Your experience includes access to the Passetto di Borgo, the hidden passage once used by popes to escape from the Vatican in times of danger. Originally built as Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum, the fortress later served as a military stronghold, papal residence, and prison.

As you explore with your guide, you'll pass through grand halls, hidden corridors, Renaissance frescoed rooms and the elegant Papal Apartments. Along the way, you'll hear stories of emperors, popes, prisoners and dramatic escapes. You'll learn about the castle's role in Rome's history and explore one of its most intriguing features, the famous Passetto.

Your visit ends on the panoramic terrace, where you'll enjoy views across Rome, the Tiber River and the city's skyline. This experience offers an insightful introduction to one of Rome's most significant historic landmarks, making it ideal for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike.

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What's included
  • check Access to Castel Sant'Angelo
  • check Guided tour
  • check Headsets (to hear the guide)
Where

Piazza della Città Leonina, 00193 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:
Your guide will be waiting for you in Piazza della Città Leonina, holding a "Rome with Silvia" flag. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • This is a small-group experience limited to 15 participants
  • Admission fee information: full price: €18.00, reduced: €2.00 for European Union citizens aged 18 to 25. Free admission is available as provided by law for minors and eligible individuals

Remember to bring:

  • A valid ID or passport for all participants
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Provider
Rome With Silvia
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

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