Apostolic Palace and Gardens
A few kilometers from Rome, a unique place in the world to discover the town of Castel Gandolfo. History, nature, fresh air and "welcoming people" create an extraordinary atmosphere in this historic town.
Here, on the shores of Lake Albano, is the centuries old summer residence of the popes. Now, for the first time, the Apostolic Palace and the Secret Garden are open for visitors from around the world. The public will be able to enjoy its artistic and architectural wonders, as well as a visit to hidden corners of the Pontifical Apartment. Discover how popes of the past rested and lived in these special places.
News from the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo
News
Pope Leo XIV’s Day Among the Poor of Albano
Hospitality, Compassion, Prayer
In the heart of Albano, within the historic and faith-filled walls of the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Rotonda, a day rich in spirituality, sharing, and closeness to t...
At Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV presided over the Holy Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
In Mary is our destiny
“When in this life we ‘choose life’ (cf. Dt 30:19), then in Mary, assumed into Heaven, we have reason to see our destiny. She is given to us as the sign that the Resurrection of ...
Current exhibitions
“Bellini and Sodoma – The Passion of Christ”
On Exhibit in the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo, two masterpieces by Bellini and Sodoma
From 5 April 2025 to 4 October 2025
Raphael’s Tapestry: the “Stoning of Saint Stephen” in the Hall of Popes at Castel Gandolfo
The splendid tapestry designed by Raphael Sanzio, the “Stoning of Saint Stephen”, is now exhibited with other art works in the Hall of Popes at the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo.
From March 23, 2024 to December 1, 2024
Permanent exhibition “Castel Gandolfo 1944”
To remember this event, commemorate the victims and honor the great solidarity shown by Pope Pius XII, a permanent exhibition entitled “Castel Gandolfo 1944” was set up in the Apostolic Palace.
