Castel Sant'Angelo was originally built as Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum (135 AD), later converted to a papal fortress and prison. Connected to Vatican by the Passetto di Borgo escape corridor. The rooftop terrace offers stunning views of Rome and St. Peter's.
21 EUR with audioguide. EU 18-25: 2 EUR. Under 18: FREE. First Sunday: FREE. Castle Mondays (Oct-Dec 2025): 5 EUR
Metro: Lepanto or Ottaviano (Line A), 10-15 min walk. Bus: 40, 62, 64 to Piazza Pia. Walking: 10 min from Vatican.
Last entry 1 hour before closing. Closed: January 1, May 1, December 25. SPECIAL 2025: Mondays October 13 - December 29 open 14:00-20:00, ticket only €5 (limited areas). Summer evening events until 23:30. Former Hadrian's Mausoleum, then papal fortress. Terrace with Vatican views
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Yes! First Sunday of each month. Also Castle Mondays (Oct-Dec 2025) for just 5 EUR.
Useful tips for visiting Castel Sant'Angelo
Book online to skip queues (20-45 min in peak season). FREE first Sunday of each month. Special Castle Mondays in Oct-Dec 2025: only 5 EUR! Summer evenings open until midnight.
Metro: Lepanto or Ottaviano (Line A), 10-15 min walk. Bus: 40, 62, 64 to Piazza Pia. Walking: 10 min from Vatican.
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