Pontifical Villa Gardens, Castel Gandolfo Audioguid Minibus Tour
Overview
Overlooking the sapphire blue and emerald green waters of Lake Albano, this stunning complex is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Rome.
Pope Urban VIII ordered the construction of a country home here. The views across the lake and of the surrounding hills are spectacular. Just recently Pope Francis opened a huge portion of these premises to the public.
Enjoy the visit in the Papal Gardens by an ecological open minibus. The audioguide will fill your ears with some high-quality papal trivia as you're being driven around. Find out 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.
Enhance your experience with a visit to the Papal Villas by minibus and a delicious porchetta sandwich and glass of wine in Castel Gandolfo.
What's Included
- Delicious porchetta sandwich and glass of wine (if option is selected)
- Entrance ticket to the Astronomical Domes (if option selected)
- Transport by eco-friendly open minibus
- Entrance to the Papal Gardens
- Audio-guide in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
- Transportation to Castel Gandolfo
- Food and drinks
- Papal apartments
- Guided tour
Meeting Location
Via Massimo D' Azeglio
Castel Gandolfo RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please present your reservation directly at the entrance to the Pontifical Villas on Via Massimo d'Azeglio (Castel Gandolfo, Italy)
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Delicious porchetta sandwich and glass of wine (if option is selected).
- Entrance ticket to the Astronomical Domes (if option selected).
- Transport by eco-friendly open minibus.
- Entrance to the Papal Gardens.
- Audio-guide in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
- Transportation to Castel Gandolfo.
- Food and drinks.
- Papal apartments.
- Guided tour.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Pontifical Villa Gardens, Castel Gandolfo Audioguid Minibus Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Pontifical Villa Gardens, Castel Gandolfo Audioguid Minibus Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Delicious porchetta sandwich and glass of wine (if option is selected)
- Entrance ticket to the Astronomical Domes (if option selected)
- Transport by eco-friendly open minibus
- Entrance to the Papal Gardens
- Audio-guide in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
- Transportation to Castel Gandolfo
- Food and drinks
- Papal apartments
- Guided tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please present your reservation directly at the entrance to the Pontifical Villas on Via Massimo d'Azeglio (Castel Gandolfo, Italy)
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
