Overview
Enjoy walking around the Vatican City area, its pictoresque Borgo, the archeological sites of the Castle Sant'Angelo passing through the bridge of Angels where you can see a wonderful panoramic view of the Tiber river. Learn about St. Peter's Basilica, the Pope's palace and the Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia with a local expert guide.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
Private transportation
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
You will see the tour guide below of the Obelisk (the huge pillar at the centre of the square), holding a placard with tour name.
End point
The Tour ends here and you can freely stroll around again.
What to expect
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St. Peter's Square
30 min
The Tour begins in St.Peter's Square where you can see the facade of the Papal palace, the balcony of blessings and the architecture works by Bernini.
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Vatican / Borgo
15 min
The tour guide will take you through the old pictoresque streets of Borgo district facing the Vatican city walls. You will learn about the fountains and acqueduct Aqua Pia, the Swiss Guards and many other interesting secrets about the Vatican area, including the passageway from the Popes' Palace to the Castle.
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Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo
20 min
Sight seeing around the archeological sites of Castel Sant'Angelo, the ancient tomb of Roman emperor Hadrian.
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St. Angelo Bridge
5 min
This bridge is now solely pedestrian and provides a scenic view of Castel Sant'Angelo
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Via Della Conciliazione
10 min
You will see the Renaisance palaces and churches built along this grand avenue in front of St. Peter's Basilica, including some works by Raphael.
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Chiesa di Santa Maria in Traspontina
5 min
An interesting late Renaissance church today the national church for Danish Catholics.
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Church Holy Spirit in Sassia
15 min
A beautiful 12th century church. This has been the official sanctuary of the Divine Mercy since 1994.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Vatican).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Outdoor Vatican Tour from St. Peter's Basilica to Borgo & Castle Sant'Angelo
Can I cancel Outdoor Vatican Tour from St. Peter's Basilica to Borgo & Castle Sant'Angelo for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
You will see the tour guide below of the Obelisk (the huge pillar at the centre of the square), holding a placard with tour name.
What's included?
- Local guide
What's not included?
- Private transportation
Which places does it visit?
It visits St. Peter's Square, Vatican / Borgo, Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, St. Angelo Bridge, Via Della Conciliazione, Chiesa di Santa Maria in Traspontina, Church Holy Spirit in Sassia.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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