Bracciano: Odescalchi-Orsini ancient Castle Tour with Lunch

Visit, admire the majestic Odescalchi Castle, one of the most beautiful, real imposing Renaissance mansions in Europe. Odescalchi&Orsini Castle is located about 50 km southeast of Civitavecchia. Built between 1470 and 1485 by Virginio Gentile Orsini it is one of the most beautiful, impressive and original Renaissance residences in Europe. It underwent many transformations over the centuries due to its strategic position at the gates of Rome. Visit the more than 20 rooms on the Piano Nobile, the paintings, the furnishings and the splendid medieval kitchen with armory. . Today, the castle has now become a famous location for parties, with actor Tom Cruise choosing it for his wedding with Katie Holmes.  Once there, take the unique opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake and the surrounding countryside below. Finally, round off your tour by replenishing your energy with lunch in a typical restaurant with local products.

1. 1

   Infopoint di Largo della Pace

   5 min

   TERMINAL CRUISE SHUTTLE BUS. I’ll wait for you with a signature of your name in “Largo della Pace snc” Civitavecchia. It is the meeting point and last stop of the port free shuttle bus (that picks up you from the boat).

2. 2

   Castello Odescalchi Di Bracciano

   2 hours

   The tour starts with a guided visit of the Orsini-Odescalchi Castle, an icon of the power and the prosperity of its Lords. Its construction stars in the IV century. Nowadays the Castle has become a famous location for parties and Tom Cruise chose it for his wedding with Katie Holmes. You will lead you then in a short walking tour through the historic center of Bracciano to finally reach the “Belvedere della Sentinella” where you will enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake and the surrounding countryside below. The tour will proceed with a lunch in a typical restaurant with local products.

3. 3

   Bracciano

   1 hour

   Walking tour near the lake or in the ancient city centre

4. 4

   Lago di Bracciano

   30 min

   lake of Bracciano

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.