Passetto di Borgo Guided Tour & Castel Sant'Angelo Ticket

About this activity

  • document-signed_15399607 Cancellation policy

    This activity is non-refundable
  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    1 - 2 hours
  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

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  • portal-enter_10462703 Skip the line through a separate entrance

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Highlights

  • Discover the hidden wonders of the Vatican with a guided tour of the Passetto
  • Learn about the history of the Vatican and the role of the Passetto di Borgo
  • Explore the secret passage that connects the Vatican to Castel Sant'Angelo
  • Enjoy a unique perspective of the Vatican and Castel Sant'Angelo
  • Benefit from the knowledge of a professional guide

Your experience

Discover the Hidden Wonders of the Vatican: Exclusive Tour of the Passetto di Borgo.

Move away from the traditional path and gain access to one of the most guarded secrets of the Vatican with a privileged guided visit to the Passetto di Borgo—the secret corridor above that connects Vatican with Castel Sant'Angelo.

Used by popes in times of crisis to run away from danger, this important passage is usually closed to the general public.

You now have an exclusive opportunity to walk through it together with a professional guide who will bring its stories vividly back to life.

After the guided portion of the tour through the Passetto, get access to explore Castel Sant'Angelo at your own pace.

Walk through its ancient rooms and ramps enjoy spectacular views of the Tiber and St.

Peter's Basilica from the rooftop, and learn about the castle's history as it changed from being a Roman mausoleum to a papal fortress and a Renaissance dwelling.

This unique chance shows an inside look at the hidden past of the Vatican, far from the crowds and normal paths.

Take the chance to walk the ways of history and see parts of Rome that most people do not get to view!

What's Included
  • Assistance at the meeting point - Touristation Kiosk
  • Passetto di Borgo reserved entrance ticket
  • Professional Guided Tour of the Passetto di Borgo
  • Castel Sant'Angelo reserved entrance ticket
  • Ancient Rome Multimedia Video
  • Insight into its historical significance and role in Vatican history
  • Intimate experience away from the crowds
  • Fascinating anecdotes and facts about the secret passage
What's Excluded
  • Castel Sant'Angelo Guided Tour

Itinerary

Starting location:

Piazza del Risorgimento

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Passetto di Borgo

Guided tour (1 hour)

Arrive back at:

Piazza del Risorgimento

Meeting Point

To Remember

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera

Know before you go

  • Please note that the meeting point is at Piazza Risorgimento, at the green kiosk (in front of the Foot Locker store).
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
Not Suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments