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Castel Sant'Angelo Tour: Explore Rome's Hidden History

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Overview

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Overview

Quotes Logo The Castel Sant'Angelo Tour with Virtual Guide lets visitors walk where emperors and popes once walked! This tour dives into the heart of Rome's past, exploring Castel Sant'Angelo, which started as Emperor Hadrian's tomb and became a fortress, a fancy home for popes, and even a secret prison.

Visitors will get to see secret hallways and rooms with old paintings. They'll also walk the Passetto di Borgo, a secret passage to the Vatican. The best part is the view from the top! From there, visitors can see all of Rome, including St. Peter's Dome and the Altar of the Fatherland.

This tour includes a virtual guide and your entrance ticket, so all you have to do is show up ready to explore. Please note that food and drinks are not included. Get ready to step back in time and see Rome's magic on this tour! Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Skip the Line: Get inside faster and spend more time exploring the castle.

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Virtual Guide: Learn about the history and secrets of Castel Sant'Angelo with a virtual guide.

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Secret Passages: Discover hidden hallways and rooms that most people don't get to see.

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Amazing Views: See all of Rome from the castle's terrace, including St. Peter's Dome.

Sentiment Analysis

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People really enjoy the Castel Sant'Angelo tour because they learn a lot about Rome's history and see amazing views. While some people didn't like waiting in line and had issues with audio, most thought it was a great experience. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers loved learning about the history of the castle.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many found the virtual guide to be helpful and informative.

    Positive Highlight Icon Visitors enjoyed the amazing views of Rome from the top of the castle.

    Positive Highlight Icon Customers said that they had a good experience and the experience offers good value.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some visitors felt that they had to wait in long lines.

    Negative Highlight Icon Some had issues with audio device.

The Journey

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Castel Sant’Angelo

Journey through centuries of Roman history at Castel Sant’Angelo, a monumental fortress with origins as Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum in AD 139. Ascend through its spiraling ramp, once a refuge for Popes, to discover richly decorated papal apartments and armories. The highlight: the rooftop terrace. Marvel at Bernini's angel statue and enjoy panoramic views of Rome, the Vatican, and the Tiber River – an essential experience blending art, architecture, and breathtaking vistas.

Know Before You Go

This tour includes a virtual guide to help you learn about the castle and your entrance ticket. Food and drinks are not included, so bring your own or buy them inside. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, you will meet the tour at Castel Sant'Angelo.

Hot Tip

Some past visitors recommends arriving early in the morning to avoid crowds and bring headphones to listen to the audio guide more comfortably. This can help make the experience more enjoyable.

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