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Castello Orsini-Odescalchi

Start your tour with a guided visit of the Orsini-Odescalchi Castle, an icon of the power and the prosperity of its Lords. Constructed at the beginning of the 5th century A.D., 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.

Enjoy the comfort and convenience of hotel pickup and private transportation to the gorgeous countryside surrounding Rome. Get off the beaten path and out of the city to experience the region as a whole. Sit back and relax as your English-speaking driver takes you from stop to stop and explore each site at your own pace while your driver waits for you in the car.  Head first to Castello Orsini-Odescalchi Castle, a famous Renaissance castle perched on the shore of Lake Bracciano. Admire the view of one of the largest and best maintained castles in Italy before strolling by the water of the volcanic lake. Then drive to the ancient Medieval hilltop fortress of Ceri and enjoy a gourmet local treat in the historic surroundings. Learn about ancient Etruscan civilization at the Banditaccia Necropolis in Cerverteri. Check out the impressive frescoes decorating the collection of thousands of tombs–many of which are underground. At the end of the day, get driven back to your accommodation in Rome.

This day trip to Bracciano takes you to an iconic castle, the historic city center, and the beautiful countryside. You'll begin your experience by visiting the Air Craft Historical Museum, which sits on a lake and hosts beautiful and unique planes from 1912 to 1990. You'll then take a guided tour of the Orsini-Odescalchi Castle, which is an icon of the power and prosperity of its lords. Built in the early 5th century A.D., the castle has now become a popular place for parties, with actor Tom Cruise choosing it for his marriage to Katie Holmes. After taking the time to explore the castle, take a short walking tour through the historic center of Bracciano, before finally reaching the Belvedere Della Sentinella. Once there, take the unique opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake and the surrounding countryside. You will finally complete your tour by renewing your energy with lunch in a typical restaurant consisting of local products.