Private Castel Gandolfo, Papal Palace, Secret Gardens & Lake Nemi
The Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo, or the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo from its Italian name Palazzo Apostolico di Castel Gandolfo, is a 135-acre (54.6-ha) complex of buildings in a garden setting in the city of Castel Gandolfo, Italy, including the principal 17th-century villa, an observatory and a farmhouse with 75 acres (30.4 ha) of farmland. The main structure, the Papal Palace, has been a museum since October 2016. It served for centuries as a summer residence and vacation retreat for the pope, the leader of the Catholic Church, and is afforded extraterritorial status as one of the properties of the Holy See. It overlooks Lake Albano.
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Private Castel Gandolfo
Pickup included
What's included in Private Castel Gandolfo, Papal Palace, Secret Gardens & Lake Nemi
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Castel Gandolfo
Pontifical palace and Gardens
Lago di Nemi
Lake Nemi is a small circular volcanic lake in the Alban Hills 30 km south of Rome in the Lazio region of Italy. It takes its name from Nemi, the largest town in the area, which overlooks it from a height. It was formed in an ancient volcanic crater created at least 36,000 years ago.
Inclusions
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional art historian guide
- Private transportation
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick up clients from accommodation within the city centre. Accommodation outside the city centre may incur an extra charge. Please send your accommodation address by e-mail. Thank you.
