Skip-the-lines Castel Sant’Angelo and Pope Paul III Apartments Tour
Skip-the-lines Castel Sant’Angelo and Pope Paul III Apartments Tour
Rome, Italy
Tour Rating
2 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Castel Sant’Angelo is one of Rome’s most striking landmarks and this 90-minute guided tour will ensure you make the most of your visit. Enjoy skip-the-line access, visit the Pope Paul III Apartments, see Hadrian’s tomb, and take in the views from the terrace.
1.5-hour guided walking tour of Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome
Explore the historic castle, including the papal apartments and the tomb of Emperor Hadrian
Enjoy magnificent views over Rome from the terrace
Small-group tour limited to 15 people ensures a personalized experience
What's Included
Local guide
Small group tour (no more than 10 people)
Amazing view over the city of Rome
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure Point
St. Angelo Bridge, Ponte Sant'Angelo, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Meet your guide and small group of up to 15 people outside Castel Sant’Angelo in time for a 3pm departure. Then, set out to discover the mighty fortress of Castel Sant' Angelo, built in 139AD to house the tomb of Emperor Hadrian and later converted to a castle in the 14th century.
Learn about its fascinating history as a castle, refuge and prison from your guide as you explore the ruins, admire sculptures by Bernini, Raggi and Morelli, and walk in the footsteps of former Popes as you visit the papal apartments. With your convenient skip-the-line tickets, jump the queue and head straight into the star attraction – the grand mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian. Finally, enjoy a spectacular view over Rome from the castle terrace.
Itinerary
Stop At:
Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo
After meeting at the gate, your guide will lead you into Castel Sant’Angelo with your skip-the-line tickets. The castle was the tomb of Emperor Hadrian and many of his successors were buried there. The castle was also used by popes as the State Treasury, a prison and location for public executions.
On your tour, you will see magnificent art, the emperor’s burial place, the courtyard of executions, the Papal Apartments, the treasury room, and much more. You will even step out onto the terrace for a breathtaking view over Rome.
You will enjoy the pleasure and privilege of a semi-private tour, in a group that does not exceed 10 participants
Photography is allowed and you can take great panoramic pictures from the terrace of the castle
Minimum numbers do apply: there is a possibility of cancelation after confirmation if there are not enough participants to meet the requirements. In such an event, you will be offered an alternative
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
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