Castel Sant'Angelo Ticket + Audio Guide
Description
Discover the captivating legacy of Castel Sant'Angelo by purchasing an admission ticket that includes an informative audio guide in English. Take your time to unveil the enigmas of this remarkable Roman monument.
Reasons to Explore Castel Sant'Angelo
For those eager to uncover the hidden narratives within Rome, this experience invites you to use your headphones and embark on a captivating exploration of the historical Castel Sant'Angelo. Your ticket, which comes with an audio guide, provides an opportunity to venture through Hadrian's Mausoleum—a significant fortress located on the right bank of the Tiber River, which has observed the illustrious tales of the Eternal City.
As you traverse the site, immerse yourself in the anecdotes associated with each area of Castel Sant'Angelo, from the famous statue-adorned bridge to the harrowing plague that struck Rome in the 6th century A.D. Learn about the fortress's crucial role in the city’s history and explore the myths narrating the visitation of Saint Michael the Archangel at this landmark.
The audio guide shares fascinating details about the construction of Castel Sant'Angelo as a mausoleum for Hadrian and his family. Discover how it evolved into a fortress for the popes, connected to the Vatican through a secret passage—an aspect that may remind you of the thrilling plot in Dan Brown's "Angels and Demons."
With your entrance ticket, enjoy access to all five floors of Castel Sant'Angelo. From the chamber of ashes to the prison cells, admire the Renaissance frescoes, and be sure to visit the terrace, offering one of the most stunning panoramas of Rome.
How It Works
After completing your reservation, you will receive an email containing your tickets along with instructions on how to download the audio guide app on your smartphone for English access. It is essential to arrive at Castel Sant'Angelo on the date specified in your booking.
Visiting Hours
The Castel Sant'Angelo is accessible from Tuesday to Sunday, operating from 9 am to 6:30 pm. It remains closed on the first Sunday of each month.
Free Admission Criteria
Certain individuals qualify for complimentary admission:
- Children under 18 years old
- Individuals with a disability of 67% or more, along with one accompanying person
To obtain these tickets, visit the monument’s ticket office in person and present valid identification. However, please be advised that the audio guide is not available for guests receiving free entry.
What's included
- Admission to Castel Sant'Angelo
- Audio guide in English
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Important information
THIS BOOKING CONFIRMATION IS NOT A VALID TICKET FOR ENTERING THE CASTEL SANT'ANGELO.
The day before your visit, you'll receive an email with your e-tickets and instructions for using the audio guide, which you'll need to download to your smartphone. Please note that you must go to the Castel Sant'Angelo on the day of your reservation.
On the day of the activity, you'll have to present the tickets that you received by email at the entrance to Castel Sant'Angelo (Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy).
Important: A smartphone running Android 9.0 or later, or iOS 17.0 or later, is required. The audio guide is not compatible with Windows phones, iPhone X or earlier, 1st generation iPhone SE, iPod Touch, 5th generation iPad or earlier, 2nd generation iPad Air or earlier, 4th generation iPad Mini or earlier, or 1st generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro.
We recommend downloading the tickets and the application before arriving at the monument.
There may be long queues to get into the monument, especially at the security checkpoint for backpacks and bags.
The Castel Sant'Angelo is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 am to 6:30 pm. Please note that it's closed on the first Sunday of the month.
Free Admission
The following groups of people are entitled to free admission:
- Children under 18 years old
- People with a minimum disability of 67% and an accompanying person
- These tickets must be requested directly at the ticket office of the monument, presenting a valid ID. However, please note that the audio guide isn't included for people who get free admission.
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