Rome: Pontifical Villa Gardens at Castel Gandolfo Minibus

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Rome: Pontifical Villa Gardens at Castel Gandolfo Minibus

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Visit the Papal Gardens with entry tickets, minibus transportation, and an audio guide. Learn about this divine property in Castel Gandolfo that has provided peace and quiet to more than 30 popes.

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Highlights

Visit the fairy-tale villa where popes have come to escape the hustle
Tour beautiful gardens built into the ruins of Emperor Domitian’s
Listen to the audio guide to learn peculiar stories about the many popes
Enjoy the visit of the Astronomical Domes of the Papal Palace

Description

Explore the 55-hectare gardens of the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo by open minibus. Listen to the audio guide as you roam the gardens to learn all their secrets. Meet your greeter in the Palazzo before starting your tour. Climb aboard the eco-friendly minibus to discover the Castel Gandolfo gardens. See tree-lined avenues, flowers, fountains, and statues. Admire views of the sapphire blue and emerald green waters of Lake Albano. Take in the remains of Emperor Domitian's residence. Find out all there is to know about the Popes, including which pontiff installed a swimming pool and which one laid low in Castel Gandolfo for months after handing in his resignation. Enrich your experience by adding the option of visiting the Astronomical Domes of the Papal Palace. Choose a particular combo and enjoy the complete and niche visit.

Includes

Eco-friendly transportation Entrance to the Pontifical Villas Papal Villa audio guide Entrance ticket to the Astronomical Domes (if option selected)

Important Information

Please note that the option with the visit of the Astronomical Domes of the Papal Palace is not suitable for children under 7 years old, for safety reasons.