Castello Ruspoli
Castello Ruspoli
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Just a few kilometers away from Rome, located in the province of Viterbo, in a small town named Vignanello, you can visit Castello Ruspoli. The garden, considered one of the most important in Italy, was created in 1611. The Castle offers an extensive range of activities, such as: guided tours, events, weddings, private lunches and dinners, business conferences and guided tours.
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Carlo B
5 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
The castle offers very little to see, especially compared to the costs:
10€ only the garden (partially open), 15€ Garden + Castle and Guide. In addition to the very few rooms present the owners have thought well to sell armor and weapons that are then the defensive icon of the castles and everything that defines an era. The Ruspoli stories told there, albeit brilliantly by an excellent Guide (really wasted), are reducible to the bone and devoid of interesting war or family contexts.
No mention of the paintings of the rooms except the frescoed vaults.
You want to monetize the little and nothing although the only pearl is the story of the conversion of Saint Jacinta itself touching and absolutely significant, with attached relics and a dress of one of the converted followers of his movement. I do not comment on the garden because I would have preferred to see Villa Lante in Bagnaia.
10€ only the garden (partially open), 15€ Garden + Castle and Guide. In addition to the very few rooms present the owners have thought well to sell armor and weapons that are then the defensive icon of the castles and everything that defines an era. The Ruspoli stories told there, albeit brilliantly by an excellent Guide (really wasted), are reducible to the bone and devoid of interesting war or family contexts.
No mention of the paintings of the rooms except the frescoed vaults.
You want to monetize the little and nothing although the only pearl is the story of the conversion of Saint Jacinta itself touching and absolutely significant, with attached relics and a dress of one of the converted followers of his movement. I do not comment on the garden because I would have preferred to see Villa Lante in Bagnaia.
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Written August 18, 2024
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Cristina B
3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Very interesting visit to the Ruspoli castle, we were guided by Nikita, who told us with great competence the history of the family, the castle and its garden.
Everything is carefully maintained, from the interior of the castle to the plants in the garden.
Truly a magical place.
I highly recommend having this wonderful experience
Everything is carefully maintained, from the interior of the castle to the plants in the garden.
Truly a magical place.
I highly recommend having this wonderful experience
Written October 22, 2023
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138ellyp
Fiumicino, Italy6 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Very impressive and beautiful castle from the outside, which disappoints once inside. The rooms that can be visited are falling apart as they have not been well preserved which is a shame given the historical importance of the castle. The garden on the other hand is enchanting, very well looked after. It's a shame that you can't also visit the secret garden, but they only let you see it from the terrace.
Written April 29, 2024
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Stephen C
Melbourne, Australia261 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
So often when you visit the grand palaces of Italy, you wonder about the individuals who once schemed, hated or loved in these rooms. It is so much more interesting than the artworks which adorned the walls. We felt enormously privileged therefore when one of the direct ancestors of this castle told us with humour and verve something of the history of her family, some of whom were quite notorious in their time. This was during a buffet lunch in which we could luxuriate on sofas or chairs watched over by portaits of some of these notables. If only the gentleman with the black eyepatch could come back to chat with us: he would I feel sure have had a much more interesting past than the Hathaway man or Brenda Starr's mysterious boyfriend. I hope that you can arrange a private viewing, but irrespective the palace and garden are more like a luxurious family home than some dull monument to the past.
Written October 12, 2015
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kimibar
California276 contributions
Oct 2014 • Business
This is a medieval-Baroque castle in which the Ruspoli still live (they have another castle in Cervetri), though several cultural events occur within it during the year. There's a lovely, largish garden one can also stroll through. It's a bit off the beaten track but there are several places in the area to take in in a day's trip with a car: the villa at Caprarola and Roman and Etruscan ruins at Sutri. The roads going up to the castle and within Vignanello and narrow and windy, so unless you're brave, don't take a fat SUV and then also have to search for parking. Plan to come from somewhere closish by: the traffic coming up and back from Rome can be awful (on the Cassia bis).
Written October 6, 2014
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carinacourtright
Rome, Italy2 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
This is a private medieval castle - it is in the Ruspoli family and you would be every so lucky to have a private tour or spend the night! This is a perfect setting for a grand event, or a photo shoot...the renaissance garden is spectacular and was truly a surprise ! A must see on your way to Bomarzo or Spoleto in the summer when the garden is open on weekends (please check).
Written February 12, 2017
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Federico4261
Portugal76 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
This place is absolutely amazing!! A very well maintained historical castle, which comes to life with all the beautiful decoration which makes you feel in a historic fairy tale that takes place some centuries ago. On top of this, the gardens are absolutely stunning.
What an beautiful site, highly recommended!
What an beautiful site, highly recommended!
Written August 23, 2016
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Madalyn H
Huddersfield, UK1,849 contributions
Oct 2019
We were here as part of a group and had a very informative tour of the interior followed by a good tour of the garden, which included meeting the head gardener. We felt most welcome.
Written October 8, 2019
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emulator
Croatia36 contributions
Jun 2018 • Friends
This place is a unique experience.
If you have a chance to visit or stay here definitely do it and immerse yourself in another place and time. So many details to discover.
If you have a chance to visit or stay here definitely do it and immerse yourself in another place and time. So many details to discover.
Written June 11, 2018
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Beatriz O
Sao Paulo, SP463 contributions
Sep 2016 • Friends
I was very surprised by the size of the castle and for its gardens: really special! We visited the second floor and it is hard to believe people actually live there. It is kind of spooky! We were told guests stay in modernized rooms.
Written September 12, 2016
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Sabrina6724
Province of Ascoli Piceno, Italy
ho provato a prenotare una visita ma per 2 persone ci vogliono 30€ per i biglietti e 30€ per la prenotazione.
Sinceramente il costo della prenotazione è disonesto.
non trovate anche voi?
Written July 23, 2022
Paola B
Fabriano, Italy
Ma sei sicura di aver capito bene? Io ci sono stata lo scorso maggio, la visita è solo guidata e su prenotazione ma il prezzo del biglietto di 15 € è comprensivo della prenotazione, altrimenti come dici tu sarebbe esagerato. La prenotazione non è facoltativa, è già nel prezzo. Attenzione che per la prima quindicina di agosto il castello sarà chiuso, guarda meglio sul sito.
Written July 24, 2022
gherardo g
Selargius, Italy
Dovrebbe essere aperto, ma ti consiglio di entrare nel sito, dove troverai le risposte che ti servono. Cordialità
Written August 7, 2018
gherardo g
Selargius, Italy
Penso di sì, ma ti conviene sempre consultare il sito o telefonare. Cari saluti
Written June 26, 2018
LadyEngineer_1956
Pasco, Washington
I noticed that Castello Ruspoli's website lists suites that seem to be available for overnight stay. Is this a new feature? Does anybody have any experience to share?
Written March 3, 2016
ibizaonmymind
Florence, Italy
Salve, qualcuno sa dirmi quanto costa il biglietto d'ingresso per 1 adulto e se occorre prenotare per visite singole? grazie a tutti
Written April 2, 2015
claudia r
Vignanello, Italy
Il Castello Ruspoli è aperto per le visite guidate tutte le domeniche e i festivi da Aprile a fine Novembre. Il prezzo per la visita degli interni e del giardino con la nostra guida è di 10€, mentre il ridotto per la visita del solo giardino senza guida è di 6€. Per ulteriori informazioni può contattarci al numero 0761755338. Ci trova anche su facebook e instagram.
Written May 7, 2015
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