Castelli Romani tours, things to do and tickets

Discover all the best Frascati has to offer from its charming city center, beautiful views and vineyards, an historic family-run winery, and fresh local cuisine. This half-day tour from Rome will stimulate your senses and rejuvenate your spirit. Frascati is an easy 25 minute train ride from Rome and is part of the Castelli Romani or ‘Roman Castles. Things move at a slower pace in Frascati. Nowhere is this fact better represented than in the the way food is produced and prepared. Porchetta is cooked in a wood burning oven for over 8 hours. The olive oil is extra virgin and cold pressed. The pasta is all hand-made. Our wine is still made with ancient techniques first used by the Romans. Here, the local baker, winemaker, tavern owner, and restaurant owner all value organic and locally sourced products. Not because its trendy, but because it’s tradition!

Castelli Romani Discovery: Historic Vineyard & Wine Tasting Tour from Rome.
Experience the essence of Italy in the hills of the famed Castelli Romani, as you soak up the rich history and enjoy a wine tasting in this tour from Rome. Visit one of the oldest and most beautiful vineyards in the Frascati region.

Go on a scenic journey through the beautiful Roman countryside. Feast your eyes with picturesque nature, lakes & cute small towns with stunning villas and palaces. Embrace the local vibes, enjoy the view and try delicious food & wine! Looking for an authentic day trip through the Roman countryside? Join me for a private day trip to Castelli Romani, a beautiful area situated in the southern part of Rome, with traditional villages, pure air, nature, lakes, hills, and excellent homemade food and wine. The amazing part, it's only a quick train ride away!

So just go to TERMINI train station and take the train for FRASCATI of 8.54, the train ends in Frascati so it's really easy, I will be waiting for you to the train station.

From the very first moment we meet you, you will feel the professionalism of our English speaking drivers; who have year of experience and will take special care of you at all times!

Don’t miss the chance to meet The Castelli Romani and let us take you in a completely private tour to these charming towns beyond the traditional attractions of the capital city, you will enjoy this adventure in our super comfortable Mercedes Benz Minivans, it will be a high quality experience!

In addition, it’s also good to highlight we are always open to customize our tour according to your preferences, we know for sure this is an added value you will appreciate for making your Castelli Romani tour a super special one!

Discover a fascinating world at a short distance from Rome, a tour in the heart of the Roman countryside, the “Castelli Romani”: a real unique experience. The tour starts from your hotel, riding along the “Via Appia Antica“ to admire the beautiful countryside and historical villages such as Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. Stop for a visit to a winery (optional required) where you will have a tasting of 4 types of the finest wines from this flourishing area with tastings of local products. The tour continues on the shore of the volcanic origin Lake Albano to taste the famous “Porchetta” and other typical local products and sip the local wine “Romanella”. Then you will reach Nemi, where the famous Museum of Roman Ships is located, famous for its Strawberry Festival (first weekend in June) and for its lake surrounded by a very magical atmosphere. Then back to Rome.

Magical experience in the vineyards surrounding Rome and a private wine tasting and home-made food tour.
Lunch and wine tasting are not inclued in total price of this private tour. it will be possible to pay separately the wine tasting and gourmet lunch directly on the spot. The price is 55 euro per person.
All the wines will be paired with a Gourmet Lunch prepared by our chefand served directly at the farmhouse!
Lunch includes a rich appetizer with several varieties of seasonal salami and cheeses served with wine Jelly, then the home made pasta, biscotti and coffee.

It is a customised tailored itinerary to discover the beautiful places around Rome. By the seaside, or on the Hills surrounding Rome. Landscapes, tradition, food, and best local wines.
It can be the Castelli Romani: Frascati, Rocca di Papa, Marino, Ariccia
or: Tivoli Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana
All notorious places for their history, wine and food. Just have to decide which sight you want to visit and we Go!
Please note this tour is for you to be a passenger on the scooter.
If you request your own vespa (scooter) you need to be well experienced scooter or moto driver and if you are not an European Citizen you need to provide an International drivers Licence and pay for a one day Vespa rental.

Dear Guests, this excursion of one day has been designed for all those who wish to visit and discover the vineyards of Rome and its outstanding countryside, and experience interesting and delightful wine tastings in two of the most beautiful local wineries.
So, you will be driven around the fascinating countryside of Rome and stop in two of the villages located in the so-called Roman Castles area!
But what's the Castelli Romani or Roman Castles area?
The area of Castelli Romani indicates the entire geographical area located south-east of the city of Rome, around the Colli Albani, made up of a group of villages and towns, in part of the territory of Latium Vetus, Ancient Lazio region, surrounded by the roman countryside. The tour is conducted by an English-speaking driver, born and residing in the region of Rome and with an in-depth knowledge of history and features of the territory, ready to help you with the local language, advised and informed about local food, shopping and more.

Every Saturday we start our tour from Rome to get all tourists to know the beauty and variety of the locations of the Roman Castles: FRASCATI, GROTTAFERRATA, MARINO, CASTEL GANDOLFO and LAKE ALBANO. Thanks to the HOP-ON HOP-OFF formula (get on and off the bus wherever you want), everyone will be able to experience the Roman Castles area in their own way, according to their own timetable, curiosities and interests. Visitors will have at their disposal a wide range of proposals of all kinds to fully enjoy this fantastic destination! Among these, is a €20 voucher to spend on selected and agreed upon activities (guided tours, wine tastings, coffee shops, restaurants, trattorias, workshops, shops, museums and so on).

A whole day exploring the Roman countryside.
Walk along the ancient Appian Way, the oldest road in the world.
Lunch with tasting of dishes from Roman tradition at one of Ariccia's typical Fraschette.
Discover the Pope's summer residence immersed in the enchanting setting of the Albano Lake.
Adventure in the Greek Abbey of Grottaferrata.

Explore the rustic beauty of Rome's Castelli Romani with our Private Wine Tour. Enjoy hotel pick-up and comfortable transportation to a family-owned winery and olive oil producer.

Indulge in local delights like cheese, salami, and the region's exquisite olive oil while discovering the traditional winemaking techniques. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and serene landscapes of the Castelli Romani region, ensuring an authentic and memorable experience.

Discover a fascinating world at a short distance from Rome, a tour in the heart of the Roman countryside, the “Castelli Romani”: a real unique experience. The tour starts from your hotel, riding along the “Via Appia Antica“ to admire the beautiful countryside and historical villages such as Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. Stop for a visit to a winery (optional required) where you will have a tasting of 4 types of the finest wines from this flourishing area with tastings of local products. The tour continues on the shore of the volcanic origin Lake Albano to taste the famous “Porchetta” and other typical local products and sip the local wine “Romanella”. Then you will reach Nemi, where the famous Museum of Roman Ships is located, famous for its Strawberry Festival (first weekend in June) and for its lake surrounded by a very magical atmosphere. Then back to Rome.

On this exclusive, half-day excursion, you’ll head to the panoramic Castelli Romani - a set of picturesque towns overlooking metropolitan Rome - for a wine tasting/ olive oil tasting and Pasta (or Pizza) -making workshop. First, tour the vineyards and cellars of Antico Casale, and sample three varieties of regional Italian wine. Then, get hands-on instruction from a professional chef in preparing the perfect Pasta dish or Pizza for lunch.

Come to discover a territory rich in culture, history and tradition near Rome: villages, pure air, nature, lakes, hills and good homemade food and wine! Come to visit Castelli Romani in the southern part of Rome. From the hilly areas of Marino and Genzano di Roma, to the peaks of Rocca di Papa and Rocca Priora, the Castelli Romani towns are characterized by a wide variety of spaces.

Jump on board of the iconic Vespa, an expert driver will lead you to discover the wonderful landscape of the Roman countryside. Spend the day riding through beautiful ways in the gorgeous area called "Castelli Romani" and visit pittoresque villages like Frascati, where stunning villas sit along expansive vineyards, Nemi, surrended by luxurant woods,  a jewel of colorful narrow streets reflecting in the sparkling waters of a vulcanic lake, Ariccia and its beautiful Bernini's buildings, Castel Gandolfo, with the summer residence of the pope, perched on a hill overlooking the blu waters of the lake Albano. During one of the several stops you'll have the opportunity to enjoy an Italian typical lunch in a characteristic restaurant

Discover the beautiful Castelli Romani area, known for its beautiful rolling hills, and spend a day out of the chaos of the city.
Ride an electric MTB and go on an adventure in the woods of Tusculum, a beautiful Archaeological Park, which in addition to the beauty of nature and breathtaking views, you will be enchanted by the remains of the old ancient city of Tusculum.
Keep pedalling, the Electric Bicycle will help you discover two characteristic towns of the Castelli Romani: Frascati and Grottaferrata.
Furthermore, if you choose the option with Wine Tasting, you will be accompanied to one of the oldest family-run wine shop in Frascati,
an expert oenologist will accompany you during the tasting of three wine tastings.
Each wine is described in detail and is accompanied by freshly baked products.
Sit back and relax while sipping your wine in a beautiful setting , before return to the Frascati train station.

Discover Rome in Vespa, the Italian Scooter, this typical transport of the Eternal City allows you to sneak into the narrow streets! Thus you will discover the city faster and over greater distances avoiding traffic. Or you could go on an adventure in the Castelli Romani area that surrounds Rome!

You can rent these 2 wheels or follow a tour with a guide-driver or “self-drive” in convoy. Nevertheless, it is requested to have a good level of driving the scooter to drive the vehicles yourself.

You will discover the city following the following path:

Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli / Piazza della Repubblica / Piazza and Palazzo Venezia / Colosseum / Arch of Constantine / Circus Maximus and the Palatine / Malta Riders Square / Bocca della verità and Foro Boario / St. Bartholomew on Tiber Island / Saint Angel Bridge / Castel Sant’Angelo / Vatican City – St. Peter’s Basilica / Janiculum Hill / Fountain of Acqua Paola / Piazza del Campidoglio then back at the starting point

Every Sunday we leave with our bus from Rome to let all tourists know the beauty and variety of the Castelli Romani locations: ALBANO, ARICCIA, GENZANO, LANUVIO, NEMI and CASTEL GANDOLFO. Through the hop-on-hop-off mode (up and down), everyone will be able to experience the Castles in their own way and at their own times. visitors will have a wide range of offers of all kinds to fully enjoy this fantastic destination! Among these, a 20 € voucher to spend on selected affiliated activities (guided tours, tastings, coffee stops, restaurants, taverns, laboratories, shops, museums and much more).

Your Tour director an expert of Ferrari, will drive you through the splendid landscape of the Castelli Romani area, where one can still smell the ancient times, when the Etruscans populated this place. Yet, this atmosphere can be seen in the ruins of ancient necropolis found in the area. Travelling along the stirring roads of the Lake of Abano, you will drive the super cars towards an ancient Castle, where you will enjoy a magic atmosphere for an unforgettable coffee break.

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Enjoy this private tour throughout the Castelli Romani area.
You will discover the gastronomic, natural and artistic treasures of this region not far from the Eternal City all in one day!