Castel Gandolfo with Pontifical Villas and Wine Tasting in Frascati
Rome, Italy
7 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 4 more
Overview
Not far from the crowded and noisy Rome, there is a paradise that you probably don’t know: the Castelli Romani.
Enjoy a full day tour that mixes an historic experience with a visit to the pontifical villas in Castel Gandolfo and an enogastronomic tour with wine tasting in Frascati: all in just one day. And don’t forget to enjoy the typical dinner in the Osteria and to taste our delicious local wines. It’s time to take a break!
Enjoy a full day tour that mixes an historic experience with a visit to the pontifical villas in Castel Gandolfo and an enogastronomic tour with wine tasting in Frascati: all in just one day. And don’t forget to enjoy the typical dinner in the Osteria and to taste our delicious local wines. It’s time to take a break!
What's Included
Skip the line entrance to the Pontifical villas with audio guide and golf cart for the gardens.
Tour Leader with meeting at the Rome Termini Station.
Tickets for round-trip train Roma Termini-Castel Gandolfo.
Private transportation
Professional Guide for the visit in Frascati City Center.
Tour of the Frascati Vineyard and the 16th century Farmhouse with the winemaker.
Tour of the Old Frascati Winery with the winemaker.
Alcoholic Beverages
Dinner
Lunch
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
After arriving at Castel Gandolfo train station you will be transferred to the breathtaking Pontifical villas, that served for centuries as a summer residence and vacation retreat for the Pope. Here, you will have the unique chance to visit the private rooms of the Pope with audioguide and the wonderful Barberini gardens on a golf cart. Then, with your private transfer, you will arrive in Frascati Station in the afternoon, where you will meet your local guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Discover the wonderful history of Frascati while tasting local products like slow-roasted pork and Frascati jug wine. Meet local artisans and shop owners who wants to share with you their stories. Walking around the streets, you will feel like a local thanks to your guide who lives in Frascati and knows everybody in town!
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free
After your tour around the town, you will be transfer by car or van to one of the oldest family-run wineries in Frascati, 10 minutes away from the city center.
Tour our beautiful artisanal Frascati Vineyard, a 16th century Farmhouse and the historical Minardi Winery accompanied by the winemaker.
Explore a deep wine cave which dates back to the times of Ancient Rome.
Taste our three wines: Frascati Superiore DOCG, Red Vagnolo IGT and Sweet Cannellino DOCG. Each wine is described in detail by our licensed sommelier and is accompanied by freshly baked goods picked up from the bakery in the center of Frascati during the tour of town.
Last but not least, you will also enjoy our delicious extra virgin olive oil.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Dinner will be served in a charming typical Osteria back in the center of Frascati.
It begins with local cheeses, vegetables & different salumi and is followed by fresh homemade pasta with seasonal sauces.
The meal is also served with your favorite wine from the tasting because this local Cuisine paired perfectly with your Wine!
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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