Things to do in Bracciano

Ciao be curious on our destinations, our IG: scoot_around_rome Some tours hurry you from place to place by bus, but with me, it will be different; you'll have your time to explore each location. HOTEL Pickup/dropoff 4 people group INCLUDED at HOTEL! smaller group pickup/dropoff: CINECITTA metro station (line A) OPTIONAL pickup/dropoff (extra fee) at your hotel(contact us in adavance, provide hotel name and address to confirm its viability) Bracciano Lake day trip, within an hour from Rome, explore three medieval villages: Bracciano, Anguillara, and Trevignano Romano. Discover the charm of ancient streets, Bracciano with its Castle Orsini-Odescalchi and admire the glistening lake. Experience tranquility in Anguillara’s picturesque waterfront and explore the timeless beauty of Trevignano Romano. Enjoy stunning vistas, rich history, and create lasting memories. Don’t miss this immersive journey, just a short distance from Rome! Tour will cover 3 villages: Anguillara, Trevignano Romano and Bracciano. Customization is possible to fit your preferences. Itinerary: meet up at Cinecitta metro station at 9am by car we reach Anguillara about 1h of drive ; about 1h30 of visit 20 min driving we reach Trevignano Romano,(visit lenght 1h30) you can have lunch before visit Bracciano We move to Bracciano 20 min driving! Visit lenght about 3 hours (optional visit Castello Orsini) we leave Bracciano around 17:00 – 18:00 back to Rome

You'll begin your day with a private car transfer from your hotel to picturesque Bracciano, a warren of medieval alleys overlooking the crystalline waters of a volcanic lake. Bracciano is renowned for its truly spectacular castle, one of Italy's most thrilling Renaissance landmarks where jaw-dropping panoramic views and perfectly preserved frescoes are the order of the day. A world away from the chaotic bustle of Rome, Bracciano is the ideal tonic if you feel you need of a change of pace from the capital. After a stop for lunch in a traditional restaurant in the shadow of the castle’s ramparts, we’ll head to the equally fascinating town of Viterbo a little further to the north. Known as the Città dei Papi, it was here that the Popes called home when Rome was in the midst of urban decline in the 13th century. Relics of those distant glory years stud the sleepy historic centre today. Walk in the footsteps of the pontiffs through the echoing halls of the Palazzo dei Papi, whose elegant arched loggia is an architectural delight, and learn the bizarre tale of the longest papal conclave in history - resolved only after three years of deliberation when the locals resorted to removing the palace’s roof in order to be rid of the cardinals. A rich array of imposing churches, tinkling fountains and picture-perfect vine strewn alleys, Viterbo’s charming medieval quarter is one of the best preserved in all of Europe. The final stop on our tour through Tuscia is nearby Caprarola. Picturesquely nestled in a spectacular range of volcanic hills, Caprarola is home to the jaw-dropping Villa Farnese. A massive fortified palace dominating the surrounding countryside, the unique pentagonal design was the brainchild of Renaissance genius Antonio da Sangallo – forget the Arlington version, this pentagon was around 400 years before ground was broken at the DoD! The spectacular interiors are covered with incredible frescoes recounting the deeds of the Farnese clan, as well as extraordinary 16th-century world maps in the Sala del Mappamondo. The elegantly twisting central Scala Regia is one of the most stunning spiral staircases ever constructed, and the leafy gardens outside are a refreshing delight. The Villa Farnese in Caprarola is perhaps Italy’s single most impressive hidden gem, and is the perfect way to conclude this special off-the-beaten path itinerary. Afterwards your private driver will accompany you back to Rome, just an hour away but truly another world! Medieval towns, glittering lakes and magnificent Renaissance monuments - this special tour will take you to a magical part of Italy where art, culture and nature come together in wonderful harmony. Leave the tourist trail far behind and discover it with Through Eternity today!

Anyone who loves the Middle Ages with its atmospheres, castles, knights and mysterious stories cannot miss this shore-excursion to Bracciano. Odescalchi&Orsini Castle is located about 50 km southeast of Civitavecchia on the shores of Lake Bracciano. Built between 1470 and 1485 under the guidance of Virginio Gentile Orsini stands one of the most beautiful, impressive and above all original Renaissance residences in Europe. It underwent many transformations over the centuries due to its strategic position at the gates of Rome and disputed between the most noble and wealthy families of the city, such as the Colonna and the Borgia. Pope Alexander VI Borgia even confiscated the Castle in 1496. In 1679 the Odescalchi family, whose members included Pope Innocent IX, took over from the Orsinis. Visit the more than 20 rooms on the Piano Nobile, the paintings, the furnishings and the splendid medieval kitchen with armory. Admire the splendid landscape overlooking the lake from the mighty towers and at the end enjoy a walk in the ancient village of Bracciano. Today, the castle has now become a famous location for parties, with actor Tom Cruise choosing it for his wedding with Katie Holmes.  After you have taken the time to explore the castle, take a short walking tour through the historic center of Bracciano, and finally reach the Belvedere della Sentinella.  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.

Admission ticket and guided tour of the Musam - Museo Storico dell'Aeronautica Militare (Historical Museum of the Italian Air Force) located in Vigna di Valle, Bracciano. This is a unique collection with around 80 aircraft on display: from the Blériot to the Austro-Hungarian Lohner seaplane and then to hydrofoils. Vigna di Valle is the aviation museum that boasts the largest number of seaplanes on display, including the Macchi MC.72, which holds the speed record for seaplanes with an average speed of over 709 km/h. The exhibition continues with the IMAM Ro.37 and Ro.43, the FIAT G.212, the last multi-engine aircraft built by FIAT, the SIAI SM.82 and the CANT Z.506, which served with the Air Rescue Service in Vigna di Valle. There are also post-war and modern jets, with a focus on missions outside Italy, the National Aerobatic Team, helicopters, and paratroopers of the Italian Air Force.

The guided tour of Bracciano will amaze you with the beauty of this small medieval village overlooking Lake Bracciano of volcanic origin and the history of its beautiful castle and the important families who have lived there over the years. Let's start with the guided tour of the beautiful medieval castle, designed as a defensive fortress that over the years has been transformed into a Renaissance court for the nobility of the time that belonged to the Orsini family and today to the Odescalchi. With its five towers, the defensive walls, the frescoed rooms and the furnishings it still retains all its splendor today, and also for this reason it has become a very coveted place to get married. The Odescalchi Castle has in fact hosted princely weddings admired all over the world, such as that of Tom Cruise and Eros Ramazzotti and enjoys wonderful outdoor spaces with lawns, arcades, arches and a panoramic view of Lake Bracciano. The guided tour continues with the Cathedral of Santo Stefano, a few steps from the castle, which houses some gems such as the baptismal font and a reliquary in gilded wood. Afterwards we will visit the historic center for a walk in its picturesque medieval alleys with the paving of cobblestones and stone houses, arches, delightful views of the lake, small shops and taverns that offer menus of the local tradition with various types of lake fish. and typical Roman dishes. The tour ends at the Belvedere della Sentinella, once a defensive bastion and now a splendid terrace from which you can admire a fantastic view of Lake Bracciano.