Castel Gandolfo Tours and Tickets

Avoid the hassle of navigating on your own with a private tour of Rome and the Italian countryside. You'll see more of the city than you could on foot before heading out to Lake Albano for rare views from Castel Gandolfo, the pope's summer residence. On the second half of the tour, enjoy a wine tasting given by a professional sommelier and a sit-down lunch at an authentic eatery.

Get the best view of Rome while driving a gleaming Italian car of the 60s and 70s.Enjoy the eternal city of Rome in slow drive and the extremely scenic landscape of the surrounding Roman Castles.Typical light lunch will be includedOur staff will escort you during the experience and look after the car during the scheduled breaks.If requested you can have a driver for the car with no extra cost

Escape the heat and hustle of Rome with a half-day trip around the hill towns of Castelli Romani. Visit Lake Albano, Rocca di Papa, Castel Gandolfo, Grottaferrata and Frascati, and sample locally-made wine while learning about wine production in the area. This half-day tour is an excellent opportunity to see an untrammeled swath of the Roman countryside while learning about the history of the area from your local guide.

Escape the crowds and hustle of Rome on this private tour to the hill towns of Castelli Romani. In the company of just your party and guide, soak up the lush scenery, explore sites of architectural and historic significance, and try some of the delicious foods and wines the region is famous for.

Leave the bustle of Rome behind, and visit the Pope's exclusive summer residence, on a tour of Castel Gandolfo. Located just 15 miles (24 kilometers) from the city center, the residence comprises the opulent Apostolic Palace, the Barberini Gardens, and more. Set off in the morning via bus; upon arrival, you'll go on an audio tour of both the palace and gardens. Enjoy a lunch break amidst the greenery before heading back to the city. Add on an optional upgrade to tour the Vatican Museums upon returning to Rome.

Get to know the countryside of Rome on this private tasting and sightseeing tour. Visit the Pope's summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, stroll through the medieval streets of Nemi, and admire the beautiful scenery at Lake Albano. Then sit down to a delicious lunch at a local farmhouse complete with wine to get a taste of the delicious cuisine from this region.

See Rome on your own with the convenience of a full-day Vespa motorbike rental. Zip around the Castelli Romani (Roman Castles), which is located about 12.5 miles (25km) from central Rome. You can visit the picturesque village of Frascati and see the gorgeous Villa Aldobrandini; cruise along the ancient Roman road the Appian Way (Via Appica); take in the Villa di Massenzio, and the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo.Your tour includes lunch, two helmets, a security lock and a guide to the region.

Enjoy a scenic and relaxing trip to Roman countryside in this comfortable and customizable private tour, with private roundtrip transportation from your centrally located hotel in Rome, and a knowledgeable & enthusiastic driver to lead the way.Plenty of photo opportunities along the route as we visit Nemi, Ariccia, Castelgandolfo and Frascati.

Escape the urban bustle for a day on this 6-hour culinary tour of the Roman countryside. Travel along the ancient Appian Way through historic villages like Castel Gandolfo, Nemi and Frascati, stopping at vineyards and other gourmet destinations to indulge in local flavors. Taste excellent regional wines, specialty products like 'porchetta,' fresh-baked biscuits and creamy gelato while your guide shares insight into the history and culture of the beautiful landscape.

Visit the Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo, the traditional summer residence of the pope, on this 5-hour private tour from Rome. You'll travel out of the city by Mercedes vehicle for the ride to the museum, also known as the Apostolic Palace, where you'll tour the interior to see rooms like the Music Room. Plus explore the Barberini Gardens on a golf cart, listening to narration while you enjoy views of the Alban Hills. Lunch is included.

Welcome to Rome Countryside tour a beautiful quiet non touristy area of Italy, just a stone's throw from the ancient city of Rome. This landscape is a tapestry of olive groves, vineyards and ancient hilltop villages, rich in medieval architecture and tradition.There is so much to do: view panoramic mountains, clear streams and picturesque olive groves, see medieval castles, stunning hilltop villages and ancient monasteries. Sample the world-renowned Sabina or Frascati olive oil and local wines.  

Take a tour of the Pope's summer residence and the Christian catacombs during this full-day shore excursion. Head from Civitavecchia Port to Castel Gandolfo to visit the historic city and tour the Papal Apartment. After lunch, head to the Christian catacombs for a guided tour and learn about the historic burial place from the 2nd century onwards. This private tour also comes with a Papal blessing in English on parchment.

You will see Albano, Ariccia with its famous village and bridge, the volcanic lakes of Nemi and Castelgandolfo and their respective villages that have made the history of Rome and the Popes.We will offer you a lunch or dinner in the typical "fraschetta" unique and characteristic environments where you can eat typical food and drink the wines of the famous castles.

From Civitavecchia: 9 hours length Pick up Time 8,00 am Return Time 5,00 pm Private Shore Excursions from Cruise Port to the Roman Castles. Our English-speaking driver will welcome you right in front your ship holdind a sign with your name on. You will go on a day- tour in the vicinity of  Rome through scenic landscapes, inhabited since ancient  Roman times, where you will be allowed to stroll through some of the small historic towns to see how the the locals live.Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. Due to strict Italian laws and regulations in place to protect officially licensed guides, drivers can comment and explain attractions only from inside the vehicle. Drivers cannot elaborate on the attractions when they are outside of the vehicle. 

Head for the Castelli Romani hills and take a mountain bike tour around Castel Gandolfo and the Appian Way. The day-long experience includes a train ride from Rome to the medieval hilltop town of Castel Gandolfo. Ride around pretty Lake Albano, stop for lunch with a lakeside view, then take a leisurely downhill descent along the ancient Appian Way to Rome. The route is aimed at intermediate-level cyclists and covers a distance of roughly 32 miles (52km).

Though smaller, and with far less art, the Castelgandolfo Pontifical Villas are a feasible alternative to the Vatican for travelers who would like to avoid Rome's crowds. This tour takes you from your hotel in Rome to the villas - located about an hour south of the city next to Lago Albano - saving you the trouble of navigation. Take a tour of the Papal Palace's gardens, portrait museum, and library with an audio guide, then explore the town of Castelgandolfo's pretty historic center. Plus, you'll get your very own Papal blessing on parchment.