Castel Sant Angelo Tour Highlights
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Visit Castel Sant Angelo, a one-of-a-kind place which is a combination of a museum, a landmark, and an archaeological site
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Learn about the historical significance of this place and how it has been contributing to the capital for almost 2000 years
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Gain insight about its interesting journey through time and hear about its transformation from a funerary monument to a museum
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Browse through several exhibitions including war artefacts, pottery, medieval and modern sculptures
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Get a fast track access inside Castel Sant Angelo and learn about the attraction as you take a walking tour with a professional local guide
Castel Sant Angelo Tour Overview
Activity Location: Castel Sant'Angelo, Lungotevere Castello, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Activity Duration: 2 hours (Approx.)
Activity Timings:
- Tuesdays to Sundays: 09:00 AM to 07:30 PM
About Castel Sant Angelo Tour:
Castel Sant Angelo is a fusion of a historic landmark, an archaeological site, and a museum. Explore this marvellous place and browse through various exhibitions and collections. Initially started as a museum to showcase military and war-related artefacts, the museum added several pottery collections that enhanced its prestige. Along with it, several medieval and modern sculptures were made a part of the exhibitions. Learn about the historical significance of this place and how it was once a tomb for a former emperor.
About the Activity:
- Enter inside the Castel Sant Angelo without waiting in the queue with a fast track access ticket
- Explore Rome's top UNESCO site with a English speaking professional guide and learn about the history of the castle which was once owned by Emperor Hadrian.
- Get to know tales of political backstabbing and see spectacular murals during your guided tour excursion.
- Learn the unheard facts about the chronology as you move along.
- During this exploration, embrace the architecture of the facade as well as its interiors.
- You’ll be introduced to the eerie place of the emperor's burial, along with the papal apartment, and the treasury room.
- Admire the amazing paintings and angel sculptures along the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge, also known as the Bridge of Angels.
- End Castel Sant Angelo tour with a panoramic view from the top and click some amazing pictures of the stunning view.
How to Reach?
- By Car: Take the route via Viale del Muro Torto from the city center, it will take you approximately 13 minutes to reach the location.
- By Bus: Get Down at Rome 2 Crescenzio Street, a 6-minute walk from there will take you to the destination.
Don't Miss:
Looking for some more places to visit in Rome? You can Checkout Pantheon Tickets & Capuchin Crypts Tickets.
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Know Before You Go for Castel Sant Angelo Tour
- You will have to climb a series of stairs to reach the panoramic terrace.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest upon arrival.
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details upon arrival.