
Papal Palace & Secret Gardens at Castel Gandolfo
Take a tour of the Pope's tranquil gardens just 40 minutes from Rome

Explore state rooms, royal gardens, and historic towers at Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo in Castel Gandolfo, Italy without waiting in long ticket lines. Compare 4 palace ticket options, guided tours, and combo passes to save time at the gate.
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Take a tour of the Pope's tranquil gardens just 40 minutes from Rome

Jump on a minibus, see Lake Albano, and learn about past Popes

Stroll through private gardens and enjoy the balcony views

Observe stars through a telescope and see lake views from a terrace
The Pontifical Villas, commissioned by Pope Urban VIII in the 17th century as a papal country home, are located 25 km south of Rome in the town of Castel Gandolfo. The property opened to the public in 2014 and covers 55 hectares, including the palace and large gardens built on the 2,000-year-old ruins of Emperor Domitian’s residence.
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| Ticket | Price from | Duration | Guides | Features | Venues Included | Cancellation | Rating | View |
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| Papal Palace & Secret Gardens at Castel Gandolfo Tiqets International B.V. | $17.93 | - | EN, IT | Smartphone TicketsInstant Ticket Delivery | Non-refundable | 4.4 (545 reviews) | Book | |
| Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo Gardens: Eco Minibus Tour Ticketstation Srl | $33.63 | - | - | Smartphone TicketsInstant Ticket Delivery | Non-refundable | 4 (88 reviews) | Book | |
| Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo: Entry + Optional Astronomical Dome Ticketstation Srl | $26.90 | - | - | Smartphone TicketsInstant Ticket Delivery | Up to 2 days 6 h before | 3.6 (41 reviews) | Book | |
| Castel Gandolfo: Vatican Observatory Experience Ticketstation Srl | $16.81 | - | - | Smartphone TicketsInstant Ticket Delivery | Up to 1 day before | 4 (1 review) | Book |









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