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MONTE SANT' ANGELO private tour: amazing St. Michael Sanctuary
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Monte Sant'Angelo
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The guided tour of Monte Sant’Angelo will mainly focus on the historic center, the castle, and the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel, which in 2011 became a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Longobard routes in Puglia.
The tour begins with an external visit of the castle, originally a Byzantine fortress built before the year 1000, later flanked by a tower, the so-called Tower of the Giants, characterized by a height of 18 meters and walls 3 meters thick, and expanded by the Normans, Swabians, and Aragonese.
After the castle, you will reach the exterior of the Sanctuary of Saint Michael, where you will admire the imposing octagonal tower built by Charles I of Anjou, modeled a...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Explore the cave, the museum, and the lapidarium
Visit the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel
Private walking tour of Monte Sant' Angelo with licensed tour guide
Discover the Norman-Swabian-Aragonese castle with the Tower of the Giants ( external visit )
Stroll through the charming historic center
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Parcheggio santuario san Michele
Meeting point at Bus/Car parking in viale Mont Saint Michel (next the castle)
Return
Itinerary
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Castello di Monte Sant'Angelo
The castle of Monte Sant’Angelo is a majestic fortress of Byzantine origin, expanded over the centuries by the Normans, Swabians, and Aragonese. It overlooks the town from above with its imposing walls and the famous Tower of the Giants, bearing witness to its strategic and defensive role throughout history ( external visit )
20 minutes
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Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel
The Sanctuary of Monte Sant’Angelo is one of the most important places of worship dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel, a pilgrimage destination since the 5th century. Partly set inside a natural cave, it preserves a deep spiritual atmosphere rich in history, art, and devotion.
1 hour
3
Centro Storico
The historic center of Monte Sant’Angelo is a charming maze of narrow streets, white houses, and stone stairways that reflect its ancient medieval origins. Walking through its alleys, you can feel an authentic atmosphere, with arches, small squares, and panoramic views over the Gargano, along with artisan shops and living traditions.
MONTE SANT' ANGELO private tour: amazing St. Michael Sanctuary
(26) Reviews
Monte Sant'Angelo
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The guided tour of Monte Sant’Angelo will mainly focus on the historic center, the castle, and the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel, which in 2011 became a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Longobard routes in Puglia.
The tour begins with an external visit of the castle, originally a Byzantine fortress built before the year 1000, later flanked by a tower, the so-called Tower of the Giants, characterized by a height of 18 meters and walls 3 meters thick, and expanded by the Normans, Swabians, and Aragonese.
After the castle, you will reach the exterior of the Sanctuary of Saint Michael, where you will admire the imposing octagonal tower built by Charles I of Anjou, modeled a...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Explore the cave, the museum, and the lapidarium
Visit the Sanctuary of Saint Michael the Archangel
Private walking tour of Monte Sant' Angelo with licensed tour guide
Discover the Norman-Swabian-Aragonese castle with the Tower of the Giants ( external visit )
Stroll through the charming historic center
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Parcheggio santuario san Michele
Meeting point at Bus/Car parking in viale Mont Saint Michel (next the castle)