Castel Gandolfo Papal Apartments and Secret Garden Admission

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Travel along the dreamy Italian countryside, far from the hustle and bustle of Rome - a true treasure chest of art and history. Visit the picturesque village of Castel Gandolfo, perched on the sapphire blue waters of Lake Albano, developed around the Pope's Summer Palace.Let a Vatican staff member accompany you on a walking tour of the Secret Garden and visit the Papal Apartment, so you can immerse yourself in 500 years of history. Wander from bedroom to private chapel, from library to study, and look at the balcony from where the Popes said the Angelus every summer Sunday. Lastly, you'll immerse yourself in this treasure chest on the outskirts of Rome where you'll follow in the footsteps of the Popes in the 7 rooms and summer offices inside the Palace.
Highlights
- Visit the Papal Palace, the former exclusive residence of the Pope
- Understand the holy significance of the summer residence of the Pope
- Enjoy the sparkling waters and lush countryside of Castel Gandolfo
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Russian
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Skip-the-line tickets
Not included
- Guided tour
- Transportation
Where you'll meet
Pass the security check located in Piazza della Libertà and head to the ticketing desk inside the Villa. You will be directed to the cash desks, where the official entrance ticket will be delivered to you.
Operated by
Ticketstation srl
Important information
Know in advance:
* Smartphone tickets accepted. No need to print the tickets
* Once inside the Villa, the staff will send you the official entrance ticket to your whatsapp or imessage