Roman Castles Tour Route 1 (Route)

Operating Schedule: Meeting time: 10:00 am
End of service: 8.30 pm
Frequency of transportation: every 2 hours (last departure at 7pm)

1. Piazzale Appio, 7
The tour starts from Rome: Piazzale Appio, 7

2. Frascati
A tour of the most renowned wineries in Frascati, for unforgettable tastings of wines with a view of the Malvasia, Cesanese or Merlot vineyards, from which they derive

3. Grottaferrata
Immerse yourself in the Greek-Byzantine world of the Abbey of San Nilo, a rare example of an oriental rite church linked to the Roman Church. Inside the abbey it is possible to attend liturgies in the Byzantine rite in Greek.

4. Marino
The famous town where the “fountains that give wine” are really in operation, sprinkling wine instead of water during the feast of the homonymous saint.

5. Castel Gandolfo
Stop for a half-day at the village of Castel Gandolfo, for walks or boat tours and much more, without forgetting the visit to the Papal residences.

6. Lake Albano
The activities to take at the Lake of Castel Gandolfo (or Lake Albano) are many: from walks on the lake to boat tours, kayaking, etc.

Points of Interest

• Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo

• Museo Nazionale dell’Abbazia di San Nilo - Grottaferrata

• Access to free on-site activities
• €20 voucher for selected activities
• Dedicated host/hostess for tour assistance
• Complimentary Wi-Fi on board

We embark on our trip from Rome to the Roman Castles, showcasing their magnificence and diversity, every Saturday. The locations include FRASCATI, GROTTAFERRATA, MARINO, CASTEL GANDOLFO and LAKE ALBANO. The HOP-ON HOP-OFF formula lets the tourists explore the Roman Castles as per their schedule and preferences, empowering them to hop on and off the bus at their leisure. There are myriad engagement opportunities available to ensure a rewarding visit to this splendid locale! Additionally, a €20 voucher is provided which can be utilized for a variety of pre-determined activities such as guided tours, wine tastings, eateries, workshops, retailers, museums and more.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.