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Comune in Lazio, Italy
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Frascati is one of the Castelli Romani, historic hill towns southeast of Rome. It is a small relaxed town perfect for a getaway from the metropolis, world famous for its white wine which has won an array of awards. Frascati has a slower pace of life, cleaner air, and a far more casual feel than the nearby capital.
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Also known as the Belvedere because of its dominant position, with a view all the way to Rome. The inside of the villa cannot be visited but the gardens are accessible on weekdays with a pass obtained from the IAT tourist office in Piazza Roma.
This building was the stables of the Villa. It houses an archaeological museum with pieces collected from the ancient Roman town of Tusculum, about 5 km from Frascati. There are also scale models of the villas of Frascati.
An authentic cantina, frequented by locals in the early evening.
Located above the Pinocchio restaurant, this small hotel has just seven rooms, all with bath, phone, TV, and minibar. Centrally located, friendly, and good value. No air-conditioning can make the rooms less comfortable on a warm night (although you can always just leave the windows open).
A fabulous old refurbished villa, Villa Tuscolana is well worth the 10min walk up the hill from Frascati. Take a room with views out over the town and Rome if possible. The walk up the hill can be dark and scary at night, take a taxi if you've had a little too much wine.
The apartments are in a quiet place surrounded by vineyards. Outside the house there is a big garden with many trees and some garden-seats. Near the garden there is a private parking-area. Discounts for stays of at least 3 nights.
City Pass, giving at least 10% discount on wine estate visits, tours, restaurants, hotels, moped hire, courses and includes a free mp3 walking tour download and wine tours
Frascati is 21 km from Rome, easily accessible by public transport or in your own car.
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