ROME · ITALY
Castel Sant'Angelo
Stop 05 of 18 on Travelhour's Rome walking day
About Castel Sant'Angelo
Castel Sant'Angelo, also known as Mausoleum of Hadrian, is a towering rotunda in Parco Adriano, Rome, Italy. It was initially commissioned by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The popes later used the building as a fortress and castle dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel, and it is now a museum. The structure was once the tallest building in Rome.
Frequently asked
Castel Sant'Angelo — questions travellers ask
- How much are Castel Sant'Angelo tickets?
- Castel Sant'Angelo ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are Castel Sant'Angelo opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official Castel Sant'Angelo website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to Castel Sant'Angelo?
- Castel Sant'Angelo is centrally located in Rome, Italy. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is Castel Sant'Angelo worth visiting?
- Yes — Castel Sant'Angelo, also known as Mausoleum of Hadrian, is a towering rotunda in Parco Adriano, Rome, Italy.
- How long do you need at Castel Sant'Angelo?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at Castel Sant'Angelo, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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