Castel Sant'Angelo guided tour and Passetto hidden passage
Discover the fascinating history of Castel Sant'Angelo with a licensed guide as you explore one of Rome’s most iconic monuments. Learn how Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum was transformed into a mighty fortress, a luxurious papal residence, a prison, and a place of refuge throughout the centuries. Hear captivating stories of emperors, popes, and legendary escapes, uncover the secrets of the famous passage connecting the castle to the Vatican, and end your visit by admiring breathtaking sunset views over Rome from the spectacular panoramic terrace.
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Where this sits in Rome
Rome is about 33 min by road from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Three thousand years stacked on top of each other, still busy being a capital. Stay central and walk — the Forum, the Pantheon and a dozen churches worth the detour are closer together than the map suggests, and the city rewards wandering more than ticking off.
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