Castel Gandolfo: Pontifical Gardens Bus, Pope's Apartments & Dome
Rome, Italy
- 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview
The Pope’s summer retreat, Castel Gandolfo offers a range of treasures, including the Secret Garden and the Astronomical Domes. Discover them all when you book this convenient ticket package, which includes an audio guide to keep you informed on 500 years of history and an eco-friendly minibus tour of the vast gardens. See Roman ruins, working telescopes, and the Pope’s private sanctuary, including the chapel and the library.
- Save time spent waiting in line with handy timed entry to Castel Gandolfo
- Enjoy the freedom to explore this lakeside retreat at your own pace
- Capture magical photos of formal gardens from an open-top minibus
- Learn how faith and science meet in the Vatican observatory
What's Included
- Comfortable open minibus tour that is eco-friendly for Pontifical Villas
- Entrance to the Pontifical Villas
- Informative audio guide to enhance your experience in the Papal Villa
- Secret Garden entry ticket
- Papal Apartments entry ticket
- Entrance ticket to the Astronomical Domes
- Food and Drinks
- Transfer from/to Castel Gandolfo
- Guided Tour
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo, Piazza della Liberta, 00040 Castel Gandolfo Italy
What To Expect
1
Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Palace Of Castel Gandolfo
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Please present your reservation directly at the entrance to the Pontifical Villas on Via Massimo d'Azeglio (Castel Gandolfo, Italy). The entrance of the Pontifical Villas is next to Antico Forno.
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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