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Combo (Save 22%): Castel Sant'Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica Entry Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 22%): Castel Sant'Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica Entry Tickets
Start: 2026-06-14T12:30:00
End: 2026-06-14T19:30:00
Location: Rome

View of Rome from Castel Sant'Angelo terrace with people overlooking the Tiber River and cityscape.

Castel Sant'Angelo courtyard with Italian flag, Rome, Italy.

St. Peter's Basilica and Square with obelisk, Vatican City, crowded with visitors.

Bernini's Baldacchino under St. Peter's Basilica dome, Vatican City.

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Castel Sant'Angelo + Audio Guide + St. Peter's Basilica Entry

from €35.33

€27.45

22% off

Explore the fortress located on the banks of the Tiber River and the church of the Italian High Renaissance
Access to St. Peter's Basilica
Access to Castel Sant'Angelo
Audio guide

Castel Sant'Angelo + Audio Guide + St. Peter's Basilica Entry with Stairs

from €48.33

€43.60

10% off

Enjoy a trip to an ancient Roman mausoleum and climb the stairs to the St. Peter's Basilica dome
Access to St. Peter's Basilica with steps to Dome
Access to Castel Sant'Angelo
Audio guide

Castel Sant'Angelo + Audio Guide + St. Peter's Basilica Entry with Lift

from €55.33

€43.60

21% off

Walk through an iconic fortress-turned-museum and take the lift to see the St. Peter's Basilica dome
Access to St. Peter's Basilica with lift to Dome
Access to Castel Sant'Angelo
Audio guide

4.0/5(2,078)

Linda M

Family

Verified booking

Last week

We totally enjoyed the whole visit , with clear instructions on where to go to retrieve our tickets and proceed to the dome queue first . That was an amazing experience and then afterwards we're in awe of the beauty of the Basilica . We got a couple of reminders the day before which were useful as everything you needed was at hand on your phone . That wasn't the case with every trip we booked so would highly recommend this one .

Francois H

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

First, the manager greeted us at the start and provided all the essential information we needed for our tour of St. Peter’s Basilica. The security check was very thorough—which was a relief, since we’d had such a terrible experience at other sites in Rome! Honestly, we were really impressed by the quality of Head Out’s service. We travel to Europe often, and you’ve been the best experience we’ve had in 12 years!

Michael K

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

When we saw the long line of people waiting to get tickets to the Basilica, we were greatly relieved to find ourselves moving swiftly through the reserved line and straight in! The audio tour was very thorough and easily allowed us to move at our own pace, from the nave through the side chapels, lall the way to the top of the dome. We had a splendid time; thank you for making this so easy!

Ilona K

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Everything was wonderful. The meeting point wasn't quite that easy to find. It would be helpful to know that you don't need to look for Headout. A very nice woman took care of us and gave us everything we needed. We got in very quickly without any wait. Security went by very quickly too, and we really enjoyed everything.

Sheila J

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The directions on WhatsApp were excellent. We were easily able to find the entry point for our skip-the-line tickets. The Basilica was amazing. We were never offered our audio guide sets, but were prepared with our free audio guide by Rick Steves. This made our experience seemless and very memorable.

Norbert M

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

The audio guide, accessed via a link sent through WhatsApp, worked perfectly. The only thing that was a bit confusing was the instruction beforehand to go to the L'Ottagono bar first. All the necessary information was included in the WhatsApp message.

Get timed-access to a 2nd century mausoleum and the world's largest church, in one booking.

At St. Peter’s Basilica, admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s life-sized Pietà and gain expert insights into its artistic and spiritual significance.

Descend into the Papal Tombs beneath St. Peter’s Basilica to witness the final resting places of past popes, surrounded by centuries of history.

Explore all five floors of Castel Sant’Angelo, where statues, artwork, and historical weapons are preserved.

With a multilingual audio guide, uncover how this castle functioned as a fortress, residence, and even a prison.

Castel Sant'Angelo

Fast-track entry

Digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, German, Chinese & French

St. Peter's Basilica

Fast-track entry

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Manuel S
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Castel Sant'Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica are both unique experiences, and you should definitely take the time to explore both thoroughly. Thanks to the online tickets, entry to Castel Sant'Angelo was quick and hassle-free. Unfortunately, for St. Peter’s Basilica there is only a ticket voucher, which can only be redeemed on the booked day. The redemption location listed in the confirmation email is a busy square, about 350 meters from the Vatican entrance. With a bit of luck, you’ll find a handful of students (?) there wearing uniforms with rather generic tourist information. Only two of them have a smartphone to check the voucher, and there’s certainly no orderly processing of the waiting crowd. As a result, it took about 15 minutes before I had the printed tickets in my hands, even though there were only three tourists with reservations on site. How much of a wait can you expect when there’s significantly more of a crowd? Once we had the tickets, however, everything went smoothly again at the entrance; you should think carefully, though, about whether you really need the elevator for the first section up to the dome. The elevator operator takes only 10 people per trip, and naturally fewer if there are strollers and/or wheelchair users. Consequently, it can take quite a while before it’s your turn. If you’re in good shape, you’ll definitely get to the top faster on foot. Overall, though, it’s still impressive to see all the art and history on display inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
Jacques T
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
I had a bit of trouble finding the Bar l'Ottagiono (or something like that) to pick up the skip-the-line tickets. But they didn't seem to get me in any faster than those who didn't have them. I was still glad to have them to go up to the dome. But up there, the view of Rome wasn’t as spectacular as I’d expected. Structures were blocking the view. All in all, it’s worth visiting St. Peter’s Basilica.
Linda M
Family
Verified booking
Last week
We totally enjoyed the whole visit , with clear instructions on where to go to retrieve our tickets and proceed to the dome queue first . That was an amazing experience and then afterwards we're in awe of the beauty of the Basilica . We got a couple of reminders the day before which were useful as everything you needed was at hand on your phone . That wasn't the case with every trip we booked so would highly recommend this one .
Francois H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
First, the manager greeted us at the start and provided all the essential information we needed for our tour of St. Peter’s Basilica. The security check was very thorough—which was a relief, since we’d had such a terrible experience at other sites in Rome! Honestly, we were really impressed by the quality of Head Out’s service. We travel to Europe often, and you’ve been the best experience we’ve had in 12 years!
Michael K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
When we saw the long line of people waiting to get tickets to the Basilica, we were greatly relieved to find ourselves moving swiftly through the reserved line and straight in! The audio tour was very thorough and easily allowed us to move at our own pace, from the nave through the side chapels, lall the way to the top of the dome. We had a splendid time; thank you for making this so easy!

Discover the history and artistry of Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica with a single entry ticket. Explore these iconic landmarks at a special combined rate, enriched by an insightful audio guide.

Getting started

Once booked, your ticket will be emailed to you along with meeting point details and important instructions.

What to expect

Castel Sant’Angelo

Castel Sant’Angelo is a historic fortress in Rome, originally built as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum. Over the centuries, it served as a papal residence, military stronghold, and prison. Today, it stands as a museum showcasing art, weapons, and secret passages. Stroll through grand halls, secret corridors, and towering terraces. Learn about its evolution from mausoleum to castle and uncover tales of intrigue, imprisonment, and escape through a helpful audio guide.

Features

Timed entry: Enter at your reserved slot and explore Hadrian’s Mausoleum, stroll through papal quarters, ancient dungeons, and admire Renaissance frescoes, with breathtaking terrace views over Rome and the Vatican.

Self-guided audio tour: Enjoy detailed commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French, or German, bringing the mausoleum’s history, art, and stories to life at your own pace.

St. Peter’s Basilica

St. Peter’s Basilica is a masterpiece of faith and art, filled with treasures from the Renaissance and beyond. Marvel at Michelangelo’s breathtaking Pietà, a sculpture of Mary cradling Jesus, and stand beneath Bernini’s grand bronze Baldachin above the Papal Altar. Descend underground to explore the Vatican Grottoes and Papal Tombs, where past popes rest. Admire the intricate mosaics and frescoes that adorn the Basilica’s vast interior, and don’t miss the Chair of St. Peter, a revered relic framed in Bernini’s stunning design.

Features

Timed entry: Bypass ticket queues and enter one of the world’s largest churches at your chosen time slot.

Self-paced exploration: Discover Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, over 100 papal tombs, the sacred Vatican Grottoes, and the Chair of St. Peter, soaking in centuries of art and history.

Castel Sant’Angelo

Accessibility

Only some areas are accessible for prams/strollers and wheelchairs.

Visiting with a baby or toddler? Bring a carrier.

Additional information

Tickets are nominative; bring an ID matching the name on your ticket.

St. Peter’s Basilica

Accessibility

Wheelchair and stroller accessible via the right semicircle of St. Peter’s Square. For special needs, email accoglienza@fsp.va.

Sign language tours available—book at least 48 hours in advance at visiteguidate@fsp.va.

Additional information

The basilica itself is free to enter.

Dress code: Cover knees and shoulders.

Security lines can be long, especially at peak times—waits may reach an hour.

During religious holidays, some areas like the Papal Tombs may close. If so, the Basilica tour will be extended.

Your vouchers will be emailed to you shortly.

Please display the same at each meeting point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Please check your final ticket for the meeting point details and specific instructions.