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Vatican Secret: Passetto di Borgo Tour & Castel Sant'Angelo
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Overview
Passetto di Borgo Guided Tour & Castel Sant'Angelo Ticket: Step into a hidden world within the Vatican! This special walking tour takes you through the Passetto di Borgo, a secret passageway that connects the Vatican City to Castel Sant'Angelo. This passage was once used by Popes to escape danger. Now, you can walk through it with a guide and hear its exciting stories.
What to Expect: The tour starts with help from the Touristation kiosk. A friendly guide will lead through the Passetto di Borgo, sharing stories about its history. After the guided tour, explore Castel Sant'Angelo at your own pace with a reserved ticket. You can see amazing views of the Tiber River and St. Peter’s Basilica from the top of Castel Sant'Angelo. This is an experience that includes a multimedia video of Ancient Rome to help you prepare for your historical adventure.
This tour includes reserved tickets to Passetto di Borgo and Castel Sant'Angelo and excludes a guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo. This tour gives a close-up look at Vatican history. The guides are experts and have won awards, earning high praise on platforms like Viator. 
Highlights
Secret Passage: Walk through the Passetto di Borgo, a secret passage used by popes.
Skip the Line: Get reserved tickets for quick entry to both attractions.
Expert Guide: Learn about the Passetto's history from a professional guide.
Explore at Your Pace: Discover Castel Sant'Angelo on your own after the guided tour.
Multimedia Experience: Watch a video about Ancient Rome.
Great Views: See amazing views from Castel Sant'Angelo.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, especially the Passetto's hidden history and the convenience of skipping the line. The independent exploration of Castel Sant'Angelo was appreciated, though some missed having a guide there.
Customers loved learning secret Vatican history in the Passetto.
Visitors enjoyed the ease of skipping the line with the reserved tickets.
The guide's stories about the passage made the experience special.
Many appreciated exploring Castel Sant'Angelo at their own pace.
Some found the Passetto passage shorter than expected.
A few wished for a guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo.
The Journey
Passetto di Borgo
Venture into the shadows of the Passetto di Borgo, a secret elevated passageway connecting Vatican City to the formidable Castel Sant'Angelo. Built in 1277, this clandestine corridor offered Popes a daring escape route during times of peril, most notably during the Sack of Rome in 1527. Imagine walking in the footsteps of pontiffs, traversing this 800-meter-long artery of intrigue. Though not always open to the public, glimpses of this historic lifeline offer a unique perspective on the Vatican's strategic past and the turbulent power struggles that shaped Rome. This hidden gem is a must-see for history buffs and those seeking a thrilling detour from the typical tourist trail.
Castel Sant'Angelo
Ascend to Castel Sant'Angelo, a colossal cylindrical fortress with a rich and layered history. Initially commissioned by Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum in 135 AD, it transformed into a papal residence and a formidable stronghold. Explore the opulent papal apartments adorned with Renaissance frescoes, traverse the ramparts for panoramic views of Rome, and discover the hidden passageways, including the famous Passetto di Borgo leading to the Vatican. From its ancient origins to its role in protecting the papacy, Castel Sant'Angelo offers a captivating journey through time, making it an essential destination for anyone seeking to understand the power and artistry of Rome.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes help at the meeting point at the Touristation kiosk, a guided tour of the Passetto di Borgo, reserved entrance tickets to both the Passetto di Borgo and Castel Sant'Angelo, and a multimedia video of Ancient Rome. It does not include a guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo.
Hot Tip
Some people suggest going to Castel Sant'Angelo later in the day to avoid big crowds. This can make your visit more peaceful and enjoyable.
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