Castel Sant'Angelo National Museum (Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo) Tours and Activities

Discover Rome in two days with your own private guide, and check off the capital’s must-see sights alongside some lesser-known gems. During two full-day tours for a group of up to seven people, explore Rome’s historical center, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, the Appian Way catacombs, the Colosseum, and the Roman Forum. Skip-the-line tickets plus hotel pickups and drop-offs are included.

For a twist on the usual sightseeing experience, take an after-dark tour of Rome to admire its illuminated landmarks and monuments while listening to stories about ghosts, myths and legends. You’ll explore the winding alleys and squares in the city’s historical center with a guide, who provides eerie commentary about the supernatural and historical mysteries that have plagued the Eternal City for centuries. See attractions like Campo de’ Fiori, Castel Sant’Angelo and Palazzo Farnese in a whole new light.

Attend a Papal Audience with Pope Francis I at the Vatican. Tickets may be free but they are extremely hard to come by, so booking in advance is essential. By booking ahead, you're ensuring you won't waste any time trying to get tickets while you're on vacation in the Eternal City. 

Castel Sant’Angelo is one of Rome’s most striking landmarks and this 90-minute guided tour will ensure you make the most of your visit. Enjoy skip-the-line access, visit the Pope Paul III Apartments, see Hadrian’s tomb, and take in the views from the terrace.

Experience Rome like a local on the back of a classic Vespa scooter. Take in all the highlights of the Eternal City on this private tour; see sights such as the Colosseum, Vatican City, Piazza Venezia, and Palatine Hill; and stop to enjoy Roman snacks like a traditional gelato at one of Rome’s top gelaterias.

Explore Rome with your own private guide on a day-long tour of the capital. Starting with visits to Castel Sant’Angelo and the city’s centro storico, the tour includes sights of all the key landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. Hear the history behind the monuments as you explore, then take a break for lunch. In the afternoon, you'll meet back up with your guide for a visit to Ancient Rome, checking out the Colosseum on a skip-the-line-tour and strolling amid the ruins of Palatine Hill. Bookings are available for groups of two to seven people.

Discover the dark side of Rome on this Super Saver that combines two bestselling tours into one fascinating and fearsome sightseeing experience. You’ll start with a tour to the Appian Way to visit Domitilla Catacombs, where you’ll skip the line with priority admission. Learn about burial customs in Ancient Rome, and visit the Basilica of San Clemente and the Capuchin Crypt for a look at a chapel made entirely of bones. Then explore central Rome on a night tour that introduces you to the Eternal City’s many ghosts and mysteries.

Enjoy unobstructed, open-air views of the Eternal City on this attraction-packed, half-day ride in a golf cart. Cover Rome’s top sights in a single ride, from bustling, Baroque-era squares like Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Navona to ancient sites like the Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Carts come equipped with a heating system and glass doors, so year-round tours can run rain or shine.

Experience an extraordinary two-day private sightseeing tour to discover the best of Rome. See the Vatican Museums, where you can admire one of the most significant collections of art in the world, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Have a step back in time visiting the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Discover the fantastic Catacombs and admire the beauties of the historical center: Trevi Fountain, Spanish steps, Piazza Navona, and many other unique sites. With this tour, you can maximize your time enjoying excellent experience. Tour suitable for families with kids, friends, or couples 1st day: Historical center sightseeing tour with private driver (pick up at your Hotel) 1.5 hrs lunch break (not included) Vatican Museum/Sistine Chapel/St. Peter’s Basilica Private tour Pick-up for your hotel 2nd day: Catacombs group tour (pick up at your Hotel) 1.5 hrs lunch break (not included) Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill private tour Pick-up for your hotel

In only 2 hours we will give you an unforgettable experience in Rome taking you to the most beautiful places in a completely private tour! We have the most knowledgeable about Rome, although they are not guides, you will get the feeling they were, as they will be ready to answer all your doubts and take special care of you at all times! In addition, it´s also good to highlight we know for you this is a new special offer with us!

Zip along hidden alleyways and get an insiders introduction to authentic Roman neighborhoods on this special Buzz Buggy tour. Drive your own two-seater, electric-powered buggy, covering thousands of years of Italian history along the way. Highlights include trendy Trastevere, the Colosseum and the Circus Maximus, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Trevi Fountain.

Discover the link between the Vatican and secular Rome and visit one of the main symbols of the Eternal City, Castel Sant’Angelo! From the famous bridge lined with beautiful angels’ statues, known as Ponte Sant’Angelo, you will see the magnificent Castel Sant‘Angelo standing out against the sky: here it starts your amazing journey back in time… Learn about the fascinating history of this towering building, once known as the Mausoleum of Hadrian, from the great Roman Emperor who commissioned it as a majestic tomb for himself and his family. Later, it became the castle you can see today: a fortress used by Popes to survive sieges, to preserve the Church’s great treasures and to imprison dangerous enemies. Skip-the-line and don’t waste your time: visit the richly decorated rooms of the papal apartments and stroll around the gloomy corridors of the prison, learning the dark stories of noble prisoners and bloody deaths from a knowleadgeable, passionate guide! Eventually, listen to the legends that surround the statue of Saint Michael the Archangel, on the beautiful terrace at the very top of the castle, and enjoy a stunning view of Rome and the Vatican, from the “wedding cake” of the Vittoriano to the great dome of Saint Peter’s Basilica! This tour can be customized to meet your requests and special needs! Please contact us!

Discover the highlights of Rome as you ride through millennia of history on a roughly 3.5-hour bike led by a knowledgeable guide. Pedal to the Coliseum and the Roman Forum, and check out the intricate Trevi Fountain, Castel Sant’Angelo and Spanish Steps. Learn about the architecture of Piazza Navona and hear informative commentary from your guide at each stop. Your small-group tour is limited to eight participants and proceeds at a leisurely pace with plenty of time for photo ops, providing a fun sightseeing tour of the Eternal City.

Photogenic, charismatic, and ancient, Rome’s historic center is a photographer’s dream—and the ultimate location for a photography tour. Set out at twilight, also known as the "blue hour", and get off the beaten path with award-winning professional photographer Marco Bulgarelli. Under his guidance learn practical techniques, visual perception, move and interact with your subject, practice special effects and more. This is a small-group tour, with a maximum of four people to ensure personal tuition.

Explore the grand mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian with skip-the-line access to Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome. Learn how the magnificent Roman monument was built around 123 A.D and used over the years as a fortress, prison and papal residence. Best of all: enjoy access to the National Museum of Castel Sant'Angelo, which presents a fascinating collection of fine art, antique furniture, military memorabilia and medieval weapons.

Join us on this 3-hour intimate guided tour to discover the main treasures of Castel Sant'Angelo staying away from the crowded group tours. With your English-speaking guide, you will admire the impressive castle's architecture. Once you get inside, you will be led through the several historical stages of the Eternal City and admire the incredible masterpieces hosted by the castle. After the tour, take a relaxing walk through Rome famous narrow streets and enjoy a drink with your local guide.

Join us on this intimate guided tour to discover the main treasures of Castel Sant Angel staying away from the crowded group tours. With your English-speaking guide, you will admire the impressive castle's architecture. Once you get inside, you will be led through the several historical stages of the Eternal City and admire the incredible masterpieces hosted by the castle. Build as a tomb for the emperor, used through the Middle Ages as a castel, prison, and a place of last refuges for popes under attack, and today a museum, this giant pile of ancient bricks is packed with history, brought to life by your professional guide. After the tour, take a relaxing walk through Rome's famous narrow streets and enjoy a drink with your local guide.

Check out Rome’s famous sites the easy way on a bike tour led by a local professional guide. Cruise around the astonishing architectural wonders of central Rome, from the grandiose ancient Colosseum to hidden delights such as the Mausoleum of Augustus and baroque jewels such as Piazza Navona. Plus, make the most of the pedestrianized areas around the ancient Roman Forum. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure and enjoy the personalized atmosphere of this small-group tour.

Dive into the Rome of Dan Brown’s bestselling novel on this ‘Angels and Demons’ tour. Inspired by the book, the tour takes you on a journey through the Eternal City as you search for messages from the secret society known as the Illuminati. Along the way, admire Rome’s beautiful art and attractions like St Peter’s Square, Piazza Navona, and Castel Sant’Angelo. This walking tour is limited to 25 people.

Save money while experiencing all that Rome has to offer with the Rome Experience Pass. This flexible multi-attraction pass includes skip-the-line admission to attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican Museums, as well as the entrance to the light show at the Roman Forum, and much more. Simply purchase a pass (valid for 90 days) for the number of attractions you want to visit.

Set on the bank of the Tiber River, Castel Sant’Angelo is one of Rome’s most impressive sights. With this skip-the-line ticket, avoid a delay at the entrance and enjoy more time to explore the interiors with the insights of an audio tour via your smartphone. Learn about the history and architecture of this ancient mausoleum and the legend behind its name as you visit at your own pace.

Perfect for time-pressed travelers and history buffs, this express tour makes it easy to discover one of Rome’s most remarkable landmarks. The Castel Sant’Angelo was commissioned as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum and has served as a castle and fortress; today the beautifully preserved Rome icon also offers panoramic city views. Enjoy skip-the-line privileges and learn all about the landmark’s history on this speedy and accessible tour.

Discover the historical castle and learn the history of it’s ancient fortress. Admire the paintings, ancient fortifired walls, statues , the treasure room and the breathtaking views of the city.

Skip the line to Castel Sant'Angelo and step back into the drama of Rome's history. And, get amazing rooftop views of the Eternal City. The castle is not only a national museum but also one of a kind monument built almost 2000 years ago. A majestic building, a monument, an archaeological site and a museum are the various faces of the Castel Sant'Angelo. With a rich history behind, from tomb to fortress, from prison to papal residence, you will definitely have a fascinating once in a lifetime experience.