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Castel Sant'Angelo
Hadrian's mausoleum turned papal fortress, with a rooftop view straight down the river to St Peter's.
- Editor's score
- 4.5
- Visit
- 1 h 30
- Price
- €€
About
Built as Emperor Hadrian's tomb in the second century, the castle later became a refuge for popes, linked to the Vatican by an elevated corridor. Inside are papal apartments and a museum; the terrace is the reward.
Best time to go: Late afternoon, for sunset over St Peter's from the rooftop terrace.
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