Rome: Pontifical Villa Gardens at Castel Gandolfo Minibus
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Embark on an eco-friendly adventure through the lush Papal gardens of Castel Gandolfo! This unique tour invites you to explore the expansive 55-hectare gardens by open minibus, offering a deep dive into the rich history and beauty of this iconic destination.
Begin your journey with a warm welcome at the Palazzo before boarding the eco-friendly minibus. As you travel, enjoy a guided audio experience revealing the secrets of the gardens, including tree-lined avenues, vibrant flowers, and majestic fountains.
Marvel at the serene views of Lake Albano and discover the remnants of Emperor Domitian's residence. Learn fascinating stories about various popes, including the one who famously installed a swimming pool and another who sought refuge in Castel Gandolfo.
Enhance your tour with an optional visit to the Astronomical Domes, providing a unique perspective on the Papal Palace. This tour promises an enriching experience filled with history, nature, and captivating tales.
Don't miss the chance to explore this unforgettable destination. Book your tour today and immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Castel Gandolfo!
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Donald - United States
The guide was very friendly and wonderfully helpful in explaining things.
Álvaro René Sáez - Italy
Laís - Brazil
The tour is really cool, the palace is very beautiful, with stunning views and the garden is spectacular. The only thing it wasn't worth paying to see the telescopes, I thought I would see the sky through the telescope, but they only let you see the machine, which wasn't worth it for me.
Giorgio - Italy
The gardens are very beautiful and the archaeological remains are wonderful for their uniqueness. It would have been better to be able to walk in this place rich in history with a guide, rather than taking a rather hasty tour with the electric car and the help of the audio guide. The harmony between nature and ancient remains creates a truly suggestive atmosphere. It is an ideal place to spend an hour immersed in beauty and silence. A visit here is an experience that I recommend to everyone and for this we thank the driver who told us some curiosities about the place.
Mario - Italy
Beautiful tour, the villa is enchanting
Enrica - Italy
Fun
Pam - United Kingdom
The joining instructions were poor such that both parties joining the tour that my husband and I had booked were late. The meeting point was described as being opposite a particular establishment - where there would have been space to park a minibus and where there was a tourist 'office' - but it was nowhere near. No one walked out of the 'drive' that it turned out we ought to have entered to check if there was anyone looking for them, nor was there any signage telling us that was where to find them. And then the tour lasted 40 mins and not the hour that was advertised. The audio guides provided would have been a nightmare if the bus had been full of a mixture of people needing to listen to the guide in different languages as there were no headphones/ear plugs and everyone had to listen to each others - even if they didn't understand it! Shame cos the gardens were beautiful and the wee bus a great idea. Wouldn't recommend from an organisational/value for money point of view.
Daniel - Poland
beautiful, well-kept gardens staffed by 15 gardeners!
Vania - United States
Rosana Aparecida de Oliveira Batista - Brazil
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