Explore Hadrian's Mausoleum and Papal Fortress
Castel Sant'Angelo transformed from Hadrian's mausoleum into a papal fortress, revealing 2,000 years of Roman history through its remarkable architecture.
This cylindrical fortress houses papal apartments, prison cells, and magnificent frescoes while offering spectacular views over Vatican City and Rome.
Our expert guides share stories of emperors, popes, and prisoners while explaining the castle's strategic importance in protecting papal power throughout centuries.