Mausoleum of Hadrian: Legacy of an Imperial Tomb

Walk straight into this fortress-turned-museum: no waiting, no queues, just instant access to history.

• Everything you get: Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Castel Sant’Angelo, bypassing long ticket queues and maximizing your time inside this iconic Roman landmark. Explore centuries of history, from ancient fortress to papal residence, at your own pace and time slot with your ticket.
• Why choose this: Priority access lets you bypass long ticket queues, giving you an extra 1–2 hours to explore and enjoy one of Rome’s most storied monuments.
• Upgrades: Enhance your visit with an on-site host for entry assistance, a self-guided audio tour, an English-speaking guide for a deeper dive, or a handy guidebook for independent exploration.

Inclusions

• Fast-track entry to Castel Sant’Angelo

• Hosted entry to Castel Sant'Angelo (as per option selected)

• Audio guide available in English, Spanish, Italian, German and Chinese (as per option selected)

• Guidebook for self-guided visit (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Live guide

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID, especially if you have booked discounted tickets.

What’s not allowed

• Bulky luggage, large bags, and suitcases are not permitted inside the venue.

Accessibility

• Remember certain areas such as the spiral ramp and terrace are not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

• EU citizens get reduced entry tickets (between ages 18 and 25).

Enjoy a double-doze of Rome's religious history—explore the museum & the church with this pocket-friendly ticket.

• Everything you get at Caste Sant'Angelo: Enter the museum at your chosen time slot to leisurely explore Rome’s royal and religious past—from lost funerary urns to angelic frescoes.
• Everything you get at the Pantheon: Visit the temple-turned-church and let your audio guide narrate your way through ancient Roman architecture, impressive dome with an oculus, and resting sites of famous Renaissance artists.
• Why choose this: The Pantheon and Castel Sant’Angelo trace Rome’s shift from pagan roots to papal power. This discounted combo lets you save money and explore the city’s story of faith and authority at your own pace.

Inclusions Castel Sant'Angelo

• Fast-track entry to Castel Sant’Angelo

Pantheon

• Timed entry to the Pantheon
• Digital audio guide

Exclusions

• Guided tour
  • Audio guide for Castle Sant'Angelo

Uncover the fortress’s rich history on an expert-led tour, complete with skip-the-line entry for effortless access.

• Everything you get: Get fast-track access to the museum to enjoy an immersive experience of Rome’s imperial and papal heritage. With the help of your expert guide you can unpack ancient history and medieval secrets hidden in deep corners of the fortress.
• Why choose this: This ticket is a great choice because priority entry saves you time at the gates, and to add to that, a knowledgeable guide makes the fortress’s history and symbolism come alive with vivid detail.
• Upgrades: Choose the express guided tour to cover the castle’s key highlights in just 1 hour, ideal for travelers short on time who still want the full story.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of Caste Sant'Angelo with fast-track entry

• English or Italian speaking guide

• Express tour (as per option selected)

• Group of 20

• Headsets, if needed

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID and your booking confirmation (ticket or voucher) for entry.
• Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves walking and standing.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the venue.
• Pets are not allowed inside.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Rome and Vatican in one go! Iconic sites and unlimited public transport made easy with this 2-in-1 pass.

• Everything you get: Explore the Vatican Museum, Colosseum, and Palatine Hill with the 72-hour Omnia Card. Your perks don’t just end—the Roma Pass lets you pick the first two attractions for free with discounted entries to the rest from the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and 30+ more.
• Why choose this: Save 20 to 55% with the Roma Pass and Omnia Card compared to buying separate tickets and enjoy free unlimited rides on public transport or hop-on hop-off buses.

Inclusions

• Valid for 72 hours

• Access to the first 2 attractions of your choice for free (with Roma Pass)

• Discounted tickets for additional attractions (with Roma Pass)

Access to:

• Museums: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Borghese Gallery, Capitoline Museums, Museo Nazionale Romano & more

• Landmarks: Colosseum, Roman Forum, St. Peter’s Basilica & more

• Bus tours & cruises: 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (with Omnia Card)

• Transportation: Buses, metro lines A, B, B1, C, and railway lines Roma-Lido, Roma Flaminio Piazza del Popolo-Viterbo, Roma-Giardinetti by ATAC

• Get all the details for Omnia Card here and Roma Pass here

• Collect your Omnia Card and Roma Pass at any designated collection points after purchasing online.
• Your pass activates automatically when you first use it – either at a museum/site or on public transport. However, even if used at a museum/site first, you must validate the pass on your first public transport ride by tapping it on the black contactless reader.

Validity: 

• Activated: Once activated (upon first use), your pass is valid for 72 hours. This 72-hour period begins with your first use, whether at an attraction or on public transportation, as per the option selected.
• Non-activated: Your pass is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

From battlefields to basilicas, explore 2,000 years of Roman history in just one morning.

• Everything you get at Castel Sant'Angelo: An expert guides you through the plundered hall of imperial ashes, hidden prison cells of secret trials, and tales of the fortress’s evolution.
• Everything you get at St. Peter's Basilica: Let your guide show you Michelangelo’s Pietà, explain Bernini’s Baldachin, and lead you through papal tombs to honor the resting souls.
• Why choose this: You get to see both the world's largest church and a 2,000-year-old mausoleum-turned-fortress in one shot. With an expert guiding you at both stops, you'll not only see Rome’s history—you’ll understand how power, politics, and faith shaped it.

Inclusions Castel Sant’Angelo

• Guided tour of Castel Sant'Angelo with entry

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Group of up to 20 guests

St. Peter’s Basilica

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs

• Expert English-speaking guide

Castel Sant’Angelo

• Only some areas of the castle are suitable for the use of prams/strollers and wheelchairs.
• If you are visiting with a baby or a toddler, get a carrier.
• Keep in mind that your ticket is nominative, and you must present a valid ID matching your full name on the ticket for entry.
• Spot the Passetto di Borgo, the secret passage used by Popes to flee from Castel Sant’Angelo to Vatican City.

St. Peter’s Basilica

• Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. The right semicircle of Saint Peter’s Square is equipped with ramp access into the Basilica. For any special requirements, contact accoglienza@fsp.va in advance.
• Sign language guided tours are available at the Basilica. This service must be booked at least 48 hours in advance at the following email address: visiteguidate@fsp.va.
• Expect mandatory security screening. The wait at St. Peter’s Basilica may take up to an hour during peak times.
• St. Peter’s Basilica is wheelchair and stroller-friendly (ramps available in the right semicircle of the square). Only some areas of Castel Sant’Angelo are accessible.
• Papal Tombs access may be restricted during religious events. In such cases, extra time will be spent inside the Basilica.