Frascati, Italy….
- Easy day-trip from Rome
- 20 km South-east of Rome in the Castelli Romano area
- 25 minute train ride from Termini Train Station in Rome
- Frascati is renowned for its white wine, Frascati
- Must try the local specialty: Porchetta!!
Frascati is famous for its villas, which were built from the 16th century & later by Popes, cardinals and Roman nobles as “status symbols” of Roman aristocracy. These country houses were designed for social activities rather than farming.
The main villas are:
- Villa Lancellotti
- Villa Muti
- Villa Rufinella (or Tuscolana)
- Villa Sora
- Villa Torlonia
Map/Location
- Easy day-trip from Rome
- 20 km South-east of Rome in the Castelli Romano area
- 25 minute train ride from Termini Train Station in Rome