Papal Residence

Located on the right bank of the Tiber and a short distance from the Vatican City, the Castel Sant'Angel is a fortress. Overlook the Tiber from this iconic mausoleum-turned-museum. Admire the beautiful angel sculptures along the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge, also known as the Bridge of Angels. Start your trip into centuries of history from Hadrian's Tomb, a mausoleum for himself and his family to a military building. Admire the extensive collection of ancient weapons and armors. Look at the guns inside the fortified walls. Visit the Papal Residence in the upper part of the castle. Find out the different rooms, decorated with perfectly preserved frescoes from the Renaissance period.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome as you journey through the enchanting Italian countryside, a true treasure trove of art and history. Visit the picturesque village of Castel Gandolfo, overlooking the blue waters of Lake Albano, and developed around the Pope’s Summer Palace. Join a Vatican staff member for a guided walking tour of the Secret Garden. Then, step inside the Papal Apartments and immerse yourself in 500 years of history. Wander through the bedroom, private chapel, library, and study, and gaze upon the balcony where the Pope traditionally delivers the Angelus every summer Sunday. Delve deeper into this historic treasure on the outskirts of Rome as you explore the seven rooms and summer offices within the Palace, following in the footsteps of the Popes. Enhance your experience by adding a visit to the Astronomical Domes of the Papal Palace. Choose a special combo to enjoy a complete and unique tour.

As a part of a small group led by a expert guide, you can skip the long lines to the Castel Sant`Angelo. Begin the adventure from the famous Castle, founded by the Emperor Hadrian that was transformed into his monumental tomb. The historical building was used by the Popes as a private residence, a treasure of the State, a prision and a place of public executions throughout the years. In just 2 hours , you`ll get a chance to discover the rich history of the Castle and its magnificent architectures and paintings. The guide will show you the place of burial of the late Emperor, the Pope's appartments and the treasure room. Admire the beautiful scuptures of the Angels along the so called, Ponte Sant`Angelo, also known as the Bridge of Angels. End your incredible experience with a panoramic view from the Castle's terrace where you can take pictures of the splendid city.

Visit Castel Sant'Angelo – archaeological site and museum, with a past as fortress, prison, and papal residence – site of episodes of great artistic and historical importance. The National Museum of Castel Sant'Angelo is home to numerous collections, which are largely accessible to the general public, including furniture, furnishings, and precious sculpture and paintings.

PLEASE NOT POPE SUSPENDED AUDIENCES IN JULY. FIRST AUDIENCE AUGUST 7 Book you tickets within designated sectorsfor the weekly Papal Audience. Save time by having the tickets handed to you before the audience and take advantage of our staff assistance before the event. . Please note there are no numbered seats at the Papal Audience and seats are take on first come basis.

The three Landmarks of Portoferraio are the Romans, the Medici and Napoleon. Your guide will be able to connect these grand periods during the tour. This is a complete cultural experience without many dates and names but a lot of anecdotes, curiosities and some dark details of The Medici family, that founded Cosmopoli (Portoferraio). The tour offers amazing photographic view points. During this walk you will be able to see the old town mounting and descending the pink stoned stairs, where you can see the 18th century Theatre, the XVI century barracks, the old bread factory and the churches of the White and Black Guelfi papal party.

Profit of this 2-hour skip-the-line tour to visit Castel Sant'Angelo. Built in 135 AD. as a mausoleum for the emperor Hadrian, the building played an important role in the history of architecture in Rome. Climb the spiral ramp to reach the Hall of Urns, that hosted the ashes of Hadrian. Continue your visit in the Papal Residence built by Pope Paul III. Immerse yourself in the history of each room, while observing the art inside, such as the frescoes of the 15th century and the famous grotesques. Visit the courtyard, where executions once took place, and finish on the terrace that offers a wonderful view of the city, so bring the camera with you!

Visit the four Papal Basilicas in Rome in a private experience. They are the four most important churches in Rome and the Christianity. Private Tour with private driver.

Explore one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks with exclusive skip-the-line access to Castel St. Angelo. Wander through centuries of history, from its origins as a mausoleum to its transformation into a fortress and papal residence. Marvel at the stunning views of the city, the grand architecture, and the impressive museum exhibits at your own pace.

Castel Sant'Angelo, a magnificent structure originally built as Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum and transformed over centuries into a fortress, a papal residence, and now, a museum. The ancient stones here have seen it all, from fierce battles to artistic triumphs. Start your exploration in the lower chambers, where the history of ancient Rome is etched into the walls. Climb the winding staircases to discover intricately decorated halls, secret passageways, and the stunning Sala Paolina, adorned with frescoes that tell stories of power and devotion.

Skip the line to Castel Sant'Angelo and step back into the drama of Rome's history. And, get amazing rooftop views of the Eternal City. The castle is not only a national museum but also one of a kind monument built almost 2000 years ago. A majestic building, a monument, an archaeological site and a museum are the various faces of the Castel Sant'Angelo. With a rich history behind, from tomb to fortress, from prison to papal residence, you will definitely have a fascinating once in a lifetime experience.

On this tour you will explore three of the most important Basilicas in the world, after St. Peter's: St. John Lateran, St.Mary Major and St. Paul Outside the Walls. Built in the 4th century by the emperor Constantine, the Basilica of St. John Lateran is the oldest church in the western world. A former seat of the papacy, and the current seat of the Archdiocese of Rome, St. John Latera is Rome's Cathedral. Its many treasures include the original doors of the Roman Curia or senate house. Nearby are the Scala Sancta ( Holy Stairs ) believed to be the very steps on which Chist stood trial before Pontius Pilate. St. Mary Major is one the oldest churches dedicated to Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and is known for its mosaics featuring scenes from the life of Mary. It also houses the relic of Christ's manger. Last but not least, the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls is the second largest Basilica after St. Peter's Basilica. It was founded on the burial ground of St. Paul.

Take a 3-hour tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms and a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel. Then, experience the magnificent interior of St. Peter’s Basilica at your own pace without a guide, where highlights include Bernini's high altar and the stunning "La Pieta" by Michelangelo. ✔ Explore the vast galleries of the Vatican Museums with a guide in your chosen language ✔ Discover Michelangelo's masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel ✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums ✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel ✔ Skip the ticket lines to enter St. Peter's Basilica ✔ Tour guide

This tour includes a visit to 2 major basilicas in Rome and to the Christian catacombs. St. Mary Major is the most important and best preserved of the Roman churches and it's dedicated to the Virgin Mary. St. John’s in Lateran, the real Cathedral of Rome and first Papal residence. After a stop at the Holy Stairs, we proceed to the ancient Appian Way, probably the most important road of the Roman Empire, until we reach the Catacombs of Rome, the ancient underground Christians cemeteries.

Take a 2.5-hour tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms and a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel. ✔Benefit from skip-the-ticket-line access to some of the Vatican's top attractions on this walking tour ✔Admire the beautiful Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel ✔Feast your eyes on the artwork of old masters like Michelangelo and Raphael ✔Explore the Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard and more Your expert guide will take you to some of the major attractions, as well as to some lesser-known spots that other tourists often miss. You will receive a broad base for understanding the remarkable history, architecture, and politics of the Vatican.

Our classic tour of the Papal Palace in Castel Gandolfo sets itself apart by offering you a deeply personal exploration of this historic sanctuary. With a dedicated private guide, you will discover the Papal Palace's stunning architecture, rich history, and artistic treasures without the distractions of a large group setting. This tailored experience, punctuated by fascinating stories and insights, reveals the enduring legacy of the Vatican's summer residence. Enjoy the serenity of the palace and its surroundings in an atmosphere that is both intimate and awe-inspiring, ensuring an unforgettable journey into the heart of Catholic heritage.

Castel Sant'Angelo is a unique medieval fortress based on the ancient mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian. Over the centuries it has undergone various transformations: from a fortress to a prison, and finally to housing the Pope, becoming a residence in its own right. The beauty of the papal flats leaves one breathless and the Renaissance frescoes are no less fascinating than those of the Borgia pope in the Vatican Museums. It is worth entering Castel Sant'Angelo if only to admire the splendid views of Rome and the panoramic terrace overlooking the city!

Although enlarged and redecorated, the basilica retains much of its original structure of the fifth century. In the years following the return of the papacy to Rome from Avignon, part of the church was used as a papal residence until the complete renovation of the Vatican palace. Admire its mosaics of the fifth century, a reliquary that is said to contain a piece of the crib that once held baby Jesus, an ancient icon of the Virgin Mary, the tomb of St. Jerome and the tomb of the artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.There is also the Sistine Chapel in the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, dedicated to Pope Sixtus V.

Let the marvels of the Vatican Museums amaze you with our Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. Enjoy the glorious frescoed rooms of the regal papal residence, the ancient Roman marbles collected over the centuries, and the most famous Renaissance masterpieces, like the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel.

Born from a "dream of love and an idea of beauty", Pienza, the ideal city of the Italian Renaissance, is still today an intact testimony of an illustrious architectural project, commissioned by Pope Pius II Piccolomini and made concrete by the great Florentine architect Bernardo Rossellino. Built in a very limited period of time (1459-1462), the city of Pio is the result of a single master plan marked, by the will of the great humanist pope who gave it the name, by design criteria of harmony and aesthetic perfection still today. clearly visible in the small urban center that was Corsignano in the Middle Ages.