Castelli Romani tours, things to do and tickets

Cycle the city sites as the day fades and turns to dark. Watch as the sunset sets from the Garden of the Oranges, taking a glimpse over the river front from the Aventine Hill.

Stop for a visit inside the oldest standing basilica in Rome: Santa Sabina with its immense wooden doors from the 8th Century.

Weave your way through the medieval quarter of Trastevere as the cobbled streets become an outdoor dining area, full of vibrant cafes and traditional trattorias.

Cross the old stone bridges illuminated by the soft glow of the city lights, cruising between the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain on a whirlwind of emotions arriving at each stop.

After all the excitement of the city center, take a break for something to eat and drink with a platter of cheeses and hams accompanied by some of the local wine from the Castelli Romani.

Our last stops on the way back start include a view over the Roman Forum from the Capitoline Hill and the Colosseum.

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

Enjoy a drive to the Castelli Romani countryside on a private wine tour. On this half-day excursion you’ll visit the famous wine making region of Frascati and the esteemed Antico Casale estate to taste wines and other products.

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!

A true jump into wine tasting in the middle of Castelli Romani, the wine district of Rome. We'll enjoy local selected wines in between a funny pasta making class before to seat and eat the best lunch you ever tried!
3 different wines from the most fascinating vinyards right in the neighborhood.
Be aware of the Chef's suggestions... he always knows how to enchant the guests.

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.

Explore the Castelli Romani region of Rome at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off tour. Visit beautiful towns like Grottaferrata, Marino, Castel Gandolfo, and more with live commentary onboard.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

Spend a day in the Roman countryside tasting local delicacies and premium DOCG Frascati wines. In the Castelli Romani area you’ll visit Castel Gandolfo, Frascati and Nemi, visiting wineries and discovering this beautiful region.