Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo: Private English Tour
At a glance
Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo: Private English Tour is a 1h 30m private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by TRIP IN ART. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $181.55 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: 1.5-hour walking tour, Private Tour, Expert Local Guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
On this guided tour, you will get the opportunity to explore the beautiful and historic Castel Sant'Angelo. Your journey will begin with a visit to the ancient St. Angelo Bridge, which was completed in 134 CE and has stunning angel statues by Bernini, Raggi, and Morelli. Castel Sant'Angelo has stood guard over the Tiber for for 2,000 years, first as a symbol of Rome's imperial authority, then as a papal fortress. That was the Antonine emperors' burial place until Caracalla, and it was originally the mausoleum of the Roman emperor Hadrian.
The fort is built in the shape of a circle encircled by a square, with each corner of the square covered by an individually constructed barbican, or outwork, and the central circle containing halls, chapels, residences, gardens, and other amenities. Our guide will take you on a tour of the castle's beautiful halls, conserved artworks, and Papal apartments while explaining the castle's history.
What's included
What's included
- 1.5-hour walking tour
- Private Tour
- Expert Local Guide
- Headsets if needed
- Dedicated ticket line entrance to the Castel Sant'Angelo
Not included
- Food and beverages
- Transportation to / from attractions
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Your journey will begin with a visit to the ancient St. Angelo Bridge, which was completed in 134 CE and has exquisite angel statues by Bernini, Raggi, and Morelli. For over 2,000 years, Castel Sant' Angelo has stood guard over the Tiber, first as a symbol of imperial Rome and then as a papal fortification. That was the Antonine emperors' burial place until Caracalla, and it was originally the mausoleum of the Roman emperor Hadrian.
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Stop 2 · 1h 15m
Following a quick overview of the area and the Castel from the outside, you will enter the castle and hear about the Passetto di Borgo, a tiny elevated passage that connects the Castel to the Vatican and was featured in Dan Brown's Angels & Demons (closed to the public). Our guide will take you on a tour of the castle's beautiful halls, conserved artworks, and Papal apartments while explaining the castle's history.
When you reach the fortress's summit, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of Rome.
Meeting point
Meet your guide with a "TRIP IN ART SIGN" in front of the main entrance 15 minutes before the chosen time. We will start with Ponte Sant' Angelo (the Sant' Angelo Bridge) as well as the little inside courtyard where executions used to take place. Following that, you will enter this amazing castle.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The experience includes monument tickets.
- Avoid carrying large bags or backpacks.
- Moderate fitness level required.
- We will meet at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, for management and organizational reasons.
- We skip the long ticket lines, but have to go through security, generally a 5–10-minute wait.
- Exact times and bookings may vary, depending on the availability and decisions of the monument / attraction administration offices on the day of booking and may be subject to last minute changes. The departure time may differ up to 20 minutes from the selected time.
- Please provide an active phone number during the booking process to be contacted regarding the last-minute change.
- For any inquiries or customer support, please contact our back-office at +39 349 173 7225
- Note: You will have a dedicated ticket lines, but have to go through security, generally a 5–10-minute wait. The entrance ticket fee to the archeological sites is 16€ and your ticket will be delivered by our staff at the meeting point. The additional amount covers services provided by experienced licensed guides, audio devices, reservations fees and other tour amenities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo: Private English Tour take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $181.55 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
1.5-hour walking tour; Private Tour; Expert Local Guide; Headsets if needed; Dedicated ticket line entrance to the Castel Sant'Angelo.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide with a "TRIP IN ART SIGN" in front of the main entrance 15 minutes before the chosen time. We will start with Ponte Sant' Angelo (the Sant' Angelo Bridge) as well as the little inside courtyard where executions used to take place. Following that, you will enter…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 19 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
