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Castelli Romani, south of Rome
Castelli Romani: Restaurants & Wine Region
Here are a few selected restaurants in the Castelli Romani, from Nemi and Castel Galdolfo to Frascati. See above for information on restaurants in Genzano di Roma. The Castelli Romani wine-growing region produces primarily excellent white wines, but the red wines are also worth trying here and there. Here are some suggestions.
Genzano, Nemi & two bathing lakes & the nearby sea
Genzano di Roma, nestled in the heart of the Castelli Romani, has a medieval town center. The town is dominated by the imposing Sforza Cesarini Ducal Palace, with a beautiful, enchanting, and romantic English garden, which can be visited on guided tours. Genzano lies on the mythical Lake Nemi. Nemi stands picturesquely on the hillside above the blue crater lake Lago di Nemi, formed by steep forest slopes. Enjoy the virtually traffic-free town of Nemi and the beautiful view of the lake, Genzano di Roma, and the sea. In the strawberry town of Nemi, you can sample local products such as the famous wild strawberries, honey, wine, and ciambelline (sweet pastries)...
Castel Gandolfo & Ariccia & Lanuvio
Ariccia, Lanuvio, and Castel Gandolfo are just a few kilometers from Genzano. In Ariccia, visit the majestic Palazzo Chigi and the Chiesa dell'Assunta, architectural masterpieces of Baroque art and the Bernini school. Castel Gandolfo on Lake Albano is home to the Pope's summer residence. There are beautiful hiking trails by the lake. Lanuvio, an ancient pre-Roman town, boasts a charming old town with medieval city walls and a unique view…
Grottaferrata & Frascati & Rocca di Papa
Grottaferrata, Frascati, and Rocca di Papa are a little further away from Genzano. Grottaferrata is home to a beautiful monastery, the Abbazia di Grottaferrata. Frascati is famous for its white wine and its patrician villas, elegant 18th-century palaces that were once home to ancient Roman noble families. Near Frascati, the Tuscolo area is an archaeologically important site with beautiful hiking trails. Rocca di Papa, perched steeply on a mountain and offering beautiful hiking opportunities, is also worth a visit...
Castelli Romani: Designer Outlet Villages
The most elegant of Rome's outlets, called Designer Outlet Castel Romano, is located about 20 km from the capital. The second outlet, called Outlet Village Valmontone, is about an hour's drive from Rome. These two outlets, located near the Castelli Romani, feature all the most famous Italian and foreign brands.