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The Grand Entrance of Castel Sant'Angelo: A Historic Pathway from Ponte Sant'Angelo

Where is Castel Sant’Angelo located?

Castel Sant'Angelo is located on the banks of Tiber, which is just a short distance away from Vatican City. It is easily accessible by train and bus, or even by car. The famous National Roman Museum, Ara Pacis, and St. Peter’s Square, are located near Castel Sant' Angelo.

Address: Castel Sant'Angelo, Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
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How many entrances are there at Castel Sant'Angelo?

Castel Sant’Angelo has one main public entrance for visitors.

  • Located at the front of the castle, facing Ponte Sant’Angelo (the pedestrian bridge lined with angel statues).
  • Entry is through the gate beneath the statue of Archangel Michael, leading directly into the ticketing and security area.
  • This is the only official access point for general admission and guided tours.

Castel Sant'Angelo entrance explained

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There is only one entrance to enter the Castel Sant'Angelo, and the Ponte Sant' Angelo, or Aelian Bridge, connects the attraction to the other side of the Tiber. Visitors must cross this bridge to reach the attraction.

How to reach? The castle is about a 10-minute walk from either Piazza Navona on one side or the Vatican on the other. The Via Della Conciliazione leads to Castel Sant'Angelo, if you’re coming from St. Peter's Basilica. The Via Dei Coronari and the Via di Panico are the finest routes to use to reach the Sant'Angelo bridge if you're coming from Piazza Navona.

Entrance timings: Castel Sant’Angelo is open between Tuesday to Sunday, from 9 AM to 7:30 PM.

Average wait time: You can skip the queue and enter the museum in minutes with reservations. Depending on how packed the location will be on the day of your visit, it can take at least half an hour to enter the museum without early bookings.

Queues at Castel Sant'Angelo

At Castel Sant'Angelo, there are lengthy queues. Given the location's prominence, several tourists go there all year long. There are mainly two queues in Castel Sant'Angelo.

Queue 1 This queue is for visitors without tickets, and is the longer of the two queues.

Queue 2 Visitors who have pre-booked tickets/priority access can directly enter the museum via this queue.

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Accessible entrance

The main entrance to the attraction is wheelchair-accessible and disabled visitors can enter through the door. However, not all the areas inside the museum are suitable for persons with reduced mobility. The lift is, however, made available in response to a valid request by a guest.

Frequently asked questions about Castel Sant'Angelo entrance

What is the average wait time at the entrance?

It could take 10 minutes to half an hour to enter Castel Sant’Angelo if you don’t have tickets.

How can I avoid waiting in line for a long time?

The easiest way to avoid huge lines is to purchase tickets online. For a hassle-free experience, we recommend booking Castel Sant’Angelo skip the line tickets.

Which entrance do fast-track entry ticket holders use?

Fast-track entry ticket holders can directly enter the attraction without having to wait in line. The reserved entrance queue can be found through the main Castel Sant’Angelo entrance.

Which entrance is used for guided tours?

If you have Castel Sant'Angelo Guided Tour tickets you can enter the attraction through the main door. Your tour guide will wait for you at the entrance, after which you will be escorted inside the attraction.

Which entrance do wheelchair users have access to?

Wheelchair users can enter the attraction through the main Castel Sant’Angelo entrance. Keep in mind that not every exhibit at Castel Sant’Angelo is wheelchair accessible.

Which entrance do I use if I have already purchased tickets?

Whether you have an already purchased ticket or not, you have to enter the museum through the main Castel Sant’Angelo entrance. However, your wait time will be significantly lesser if you’ve booked your tickets online.

Which entrance do I use if I don’t have tickets?

Visitors without tickets can wait in the queue at the main Castel Sant’Angelo entrance. Tickets are available at the ticket counter, close to the main door.

What are the Castel Sant'Angelo timings?

Castel Sant'Angelo's is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9 AM to 7:30 PM. Get a detailed overview of its opening hours here.

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