Attractions
Castel Sant’Angelo
Castel Sant’Angelo began as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum and later became a papal fortress and museum overlooking the Tiber.
Highlights
Hadrian’s Mausoleum
A monumental Roman tomb repurposed through the ages.
Papal fortress
Historic papal refuge linked by the Passetto corridor.
Tiber views
Panoramas of St Peter’s and the historic center.
Pro tips
Aim for sunset
The terrace view over the river is stunning at golden hour.
Allow time for the ramps
The interior route is gradual but longer than it looks.
Plan your visit
Getting there
Metro A: Lepanto
Bus: 23, 280
Bus: 23, 280
Entrances
Lungotevere Castello
Timings
Open daily
Amenities
Toilets
Gift shop
Gift shop
Accessibility
Partial access
Restricted items
No large backpacks
External resources
Photos
TripAdvisor
Castel Sant'Angelo
Rating 4.5 · 14770 reviews
Lungotevere Castello 50, 00193 Rome Italy
The Museum is divided into four sections, the history of Castel Sant'Angelo is illustrated by vintage prints, scenic views and interesting reconstructions ideals of the monument, as suggested by the imagination of artists and architects of the Renaissance, from its construction until the nineteenth century, in a path that highlights the intense and ongoing.
Glad we went
★★★★☆
Awesome view from the top ! Lots of stairs and inclines. Oozing history. Loved it!
K7893PBrebeccaf
History nerds paradise
★★★★★
This is one of the most fascinating sites in Rome, which is saying A LOT for a city that also has a Colosseum and where you can stroll down the street and see where Caesar was stabbed and where chariot races were held. It also has the best views of Rome, hands down.
Leisie93
Source: TripAdvisor
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