Vatican Papal Tunnel and Castel Sant’Angelo Experience
Description
Discover the Secrets of the Passetto di Borgo: Vatican's Hidden Path Step into the shadows of history with the Passetto di Borgo, one of Rome’s most fascinating and enigmatic landmarks. This ancient, elevated passageway stretches from Vatican City to Castel Sant’Angelo, holding centuries of secrets—whispers of popes, conspiracies, and daring escapes. With a dedicated host (not a tour guide), you'll access the Passetto di Borgo and walk along this restricted historic route, once used by popes fleeing danger. After the Passetto experience, you’ll continue independently to Castel Sant’Angelo, exploring this imposing fortress and museum at your own pace. Discover its papal apartments, prison cells, and panoramic terraces. Fans of Dan Brown’s Angels & Demons will recognize the Passetto as a key setting in the thrilling tale of hidden Vatican secrets. As you walk through this mysterious corridor, you’ll feel the weight of centuries of intrigue, power, and faith.
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The Passetto di Borgo is a hidden passageway that connects the Vatican City with Castel Sant'Angelo. Built in the 13th century, it was originally designed as a secret escape route for the Pope in times of danger. Stretching over 800 meters, this narrow corridor allowed the Pontiff to travel safely between the Vatican and the fortress, especially during times of political unrest. Today, it remains a fascinating piece of Rome's history, offering visitors a glimpse into the city's medieval past.
Castel Sant'Angelo is one of Rome's most iconic landmarks, originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century. Over the centuries, it has served as a fortress, a papal residence, and a military stronghold. Today, it is a fascinating museum offering breathtaking views of the city, along with an intriguing glimpse into its history. Explore its vast halls, ancient weaponry, and the famous secret passage to the Vatican, the Passetto di Borgo.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total retail price includes: €22.00 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.
Reviews(13)
My early tour was folded into a later one. I had booked early because of the extreme heat. The tour was fine but wanted to be done earlier. They said it was an "operational" issue. I suspect they didn't have enough to justify the earlier one. Not the guide's fault.
Dear Customer, Thank you for your valuable feedback. We sincerely regret any inconvenience you may have experienced. At Touristation, customer satisfaction is our highest priority, and we always strive to provide the best possible experience for our guests. Unfortunately, on rare occasions, operational circumstances beyond our control may require adjustments to scheduled tours, as happened in this case. We fully understand your preference for the earlier departure, especially considering the high temperatures, and we apologize for any disappointment this change may have caused. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour itself and appreciated the work of the guide. Thank you once again for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback is important to us and helps us continuously improve our services. We look forward to welcoming you again and providing an even better experience in the future. Best regards, Touristation Customer Service
Lots to see but would have like a little explanation or information on the purpose and use of the actual tunnel.
Dear Tricia, We sincerely understand your disappointment , at Touristation, customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we are fully committed to providing our customers with a satisfying travel experience. The package you booked unortunately did not include any guided tour service, which may have prevented you from fully appreciating your experience. Thank you once again for your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to Rome in the near future. Best regards, Touristation Customer Service
Punctual, friendly, competent
Very interesting and family-friendly program. Martina the guide very kind and helpful👍
Martina made my mother's trip and birthday a day to remember forever! I recommend it to everyone, experience that to say wonderful is nothing short of! Perfect organization, we will do more tours with you! Dajeee ❤️ Daniele and Tiziana
Very professional service by Laura, thank you very much We had a great time in Vatikan City Family Hoffmann from Berlin, Germanx
Good experience and the girl who attended us wonderful, very friendly and clear with the directions. Thanks for the experience
Really friendly, helpful and explained everything very well. Would definitely recommend booking with them for a tour.
Martina did a wonderful job explaining our plan for the day. I highly suggest booking with her.
Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly value your input, as every review is an opportunity for us to improve. Your feedback inspires us to continue enhancing our services and ensuring the best possible experience for our customers. Thank you once again for your review. We look forward to serving you again in the future. Best regards, Touristation Customer Service
Martina was amazing and provided all the necessary information!
Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It’s incredibly important to the Touristation team that we provide a memorable and enjoyable tour experience, and your feedback truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! Best regards, Touristation Customer Service
