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Vatican: Papal Secret Tunnel Tour and Castel Sant'Angelo Ticket

Rome, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Stray from the beaten path and uncover one of Rome’s best-kept secrets on a tour of the Passetto di Borgo, the hidden passageway connecting the Vatican to Castel Sant’Angelo. Historically used by popes during times of crisis, this tour grants you access to the corridor that’s usually closed off to the public, so you can explore its ancient chambers and admire views of St. Peter’s Basilica from the rooftop.
  • A guide leads you through the passage and provides insightful commentary
  • Discover a side of the Vatican that many people miss
  • Explore passageways that are usually off-limits to tourists
  • This compact tour is perfect for time-pressed travelers

What's Included

  • Passetto di Borgo reserved entrance ticket
  • Professional Guided Tour of the Passetto di Borgo
  • Castel Sant'Angelo reserved entrance ticket
  • Fascinating anecdotes and facts about the secret passage
  • Ancient Rome Multimedia Video
  • Assistance at the meeting point - Touristation kiosk
  • Guided tour for Castel Sant'Angelo

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Piazza del Risorgimento, Roma RM, Italy

    Please note that the meeting point is at Piazza Risorgimento, at the green kiosk (in front of the Foot Locker store).

End point

  • Castel Sant'Angelo
    Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy

Itinerary

1

Passetto di Borgo

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

2

Castel Sant'Angelo

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The total price includes: €28.00 for adults / €0.00 for children (0–5 years) / €2.00 for children (6–17 years): Entry to the Passetto di Borgo and Castel Sant’Angelo €15.00 for adults / €10.00 for minors (0–17 years): Admission to the Ancient Rome Multimedia Video Assistance at the meeting point. If you have selected one of the additional options, the activity cost will increase accordingly.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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