Outdoor Vatican Tour from St. Peter's Basilica to Borgo & Castle Sant'Angelo

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.

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   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.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   20 min

   Sight seeing around the archeological sites of Castel Sant'Angelo, the ancient tomb of Roman emperor Hadrian.

4. 4

   St. Angelo Bridge

   5 min

   This bridge is now solely pedestrian and provides a scenic view of Castel Sant'Angelo

5. 5

   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.

6. 6

   Chiesa di Santa Maria in Traspontina

   5 min

   An interesting late Renaissance church today the national church for Danish Catholics.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   15 min

   A beautiful 12th century church. This has been the official sanctuary of the Divine Mercy since 1994.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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