Castel Sant'Angelo and Pantheon tours with private guide
Private guided tours of Rome's two peerless icons, Castel Sant'Angelo, the historic Papal fortress overlooking the Tiber, and the Pantheon, the legendary ancient Roman temple in the heart of the city!
Castel Sant'Angelo and the Pantheon – Tour with private guide
On this tour, you'll learn about the history of two of Rome's most iconic monuments:Castel Sant'Angeloand the Pantheon,
Starting from the very center of Rome, with St. Peter's Square behind us, we'll explore Castel Sant'Angelo, Emperor Hadrian's ancient tomb. Your guide will tell you all about the twists of turns of the majestic bastion's history over the centuries, touring its interiors and a scenic route along its very high walls.
Crossing the bridge,Ponte Sant'Angelo, your guide will take you to the Tiber's other bank, and then it's a short walk to Piazza della Rotonda to tour the Pantheon. Michelangelo described the Pantheon as "the work of angels, not men." Our exclusive tour will show you why it is one of Rome's most important and impressive sites.
Details of the Castel Sant'Angelo + Pantheon Tour
Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Availability: Every day, except the first Sunday of each month, January 1, May 1, and December 25.
Hours: This tour can be booked every 30 minutes from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekdays. On Sundays, the tour is available every 30 minutes from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Price includes: Private guide service, skip-the-line ticket reservations to Castel Sant'Angelo, and a guided tour of the Pantheon
Children:Under 4 are admitted free of charge and require no reservation. Children and youth between 4 and 18 pay a reduced ticket price. (Please show proof of identity to prove your right to the reduction).
Tour itinerary of Castel Sant'Angelo and the Pantheon
The walking tour starts from Castel Sant'Angelo.
We're right behind St. Peter's, a few steps from the world's most important religious center. The Castel Sant'Angelo has one of the oldest histories in Rome, dating to around 123 AD, built to hold the remains of the Roman emperor Hadrian and his family. Considered one of the most important monuments for the city's history, it underwent many changes over the centuries. Pope Nicholas III linked the castle, physically and conceptually, to the Vatican, having the Passetto di Borgo built, a passageway the Pope can use to escape inside the castle in case of attack. Castel Sant'Angelo's fortification has made it suited to holding the Vatican archive, and it has been used as a courthouse and a jail as well. Our guide will tell you all about the illustrious figures who were locked up here, the unique story about the origin of its name, and will show you the interior and its ramparts, the mausoleum, and the passageway. The tour will continue towards Ponte Sant'Angelo, where a succession of Bernini's statues stretches out before you, perfectly framing one of the best-loved views of Rome for tourists and Romans alike.
We'll cross the Tiber and come to the Pantheon. Few buildings have so many legends attached to them. The outside will amaze you, and the inside will leave you awestruck.
The oculus is the single source of light for the largest dome ever built in the world. The light effect this creates inside is breathtaking. You will feel as if the dome is embracing you as an essential part of one of the most beautiful works of architecture ever built.
The Pantheon's majesty is underscored by the square where it stands, Piazza della Rotonda, the center of which features a Renaissance fountain designed by Giacomo della Porta.
Depending on the museums' availability and your needs, the itinerary can be changed, starting with the Pantheon and ending with a tour of Castel Sant'Angelo.
Our guides
All Italy Travels guides are licensed by the Province of Rome, have extensive experience, and work at the highest levels of professionalism, skill, and excellence. Our staff is always committed to providing top-notch service to our clients. We provide the best guides working in Rome, most of whom are art historians and teachers in the humanities.
Private tours with admission to Roman museums always include booked tickets to avoid waiting in ticket lines.
NOTES
Disabled visitors: Tour inside the castle is not recommended for those with limited mobility. For disabled visitors, please make a note on the booking form so the tour route inside the Castle can be modified with a different option.
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