Private Castel Gandolfo, Papal Palace, Secret Gardens & Lake Nemi

Visit the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo, or the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo. Take a walk around the secret gardens, the botanical wonder of the Popes summer residence, with a panoramic lake view, then enter and explore the Papal palace, the principal building of Castel Gandolfo a 17th-century villa. The main structure, the Papal Palace, has been a museum since October 2016. It has served for centuries as a summer residence and vacation retreat for the Pope, the leader of the Catholic Church, and is afforded extraterritorial status as one of the properties of the Holy See. Then continue your trip to Nemi, overlooking the lake of the same name and nicknamed the “jewel of the Castelli Romani,” a small enchanting village just a few kilometers from Rome, known for its timeless charm, breathtaking panorama, and famous wild strawberries. You can also head down to lake Nemi a small circular volcanic lake in the Alban Hills know for its exceptional beauty and crystal clear waters.