Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo

"Standing between the Tiber and the Vatican, this circular and medieval "castle" has long been one of Rome's most distinctive landmarks." Full review

"The castle's dank prisons and display of torture implements will entertain the kids."

"With its chunky round keep, this castle is an instantly recognisable landmark." Full review

"St. Gregory the Great had a encouraging vision of an angel sheathing its sword above this massive brick castle built atop the drum of Hadrian's first-century mausoleum." Full review

"Begun by Emperor Hadrian in AD 135 as his own mausoleum, Castel Sant'Angelo has variously been a fortress, prison and papal residence." Full review

"This overpowering castle on the Tiber was Rome's chief citadel and dungeon and has seen more blood, treachery, and turmoil than any other left in Rome." Full review

"Used as a fortress and jail and as a papal palace... today, it houses a fascinating and multifaceted museum." Full review

"Mausoleum for Hadrian and his family turned palace, castle, prison, and (finally) museum, stands on the banks of the Tiber, inspiring childish wonder in all with its dried up moats and...torches." Full review