| Frascati | ||
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| State | Italy | |
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| Region | Lazio | |
| Altitude | 320 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 22.41 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 20.775 (2011 census) | |
| Name inhabitants | Frascatani | |
| Prefix tel | 39 06 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 00044 | |
| Patron | Saints Philip and James | |
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To know
Frascati is an ancient municipality of the Castelli Romani. It is famous all over the world for its beautiful villas, the white wines of its hills, its proximity to the capital, and the beauty of its landscapes. Frascati can be visited at any time of the year, certain that it will give you unique emotions; cultural visits, walks in the woods, to visit the ancient Tusculum, the view of the capital, the intense nightlife. The name of Frascati probably has Etruscan roots, present in the area as early as the fifth century BC. Later, many wealthy Roman families built beautiful villas throughout the area. In the following centuries, Frascati intensified relations with Rome, to the point of being the homeland of numerous Popes, second only to Rome
How to orient yourself
Frascati: full screen map.How to get
By plane
The closest airport to Frascati is the international airport of Ciampino, which assimilates a large part of low cost flights to and from national and international destinations.
By car
The main road arteries to reach Ciampino are:
- Via Tuscolana, coming from Rome;
- Via Conti di Tuscolo, coming from Grottaferrata;
- Via Gregoriana, coming from Monte Porzio Catone.
On the train
The municipality of Frascati is served by the Frascati station, from which passes the regional railway line FR4, which connects the town with a train every hour to Roma Termini.
By bus
Frascati is connected to Rome and to all the municipalities of the Castelli Romani through the company COTRAL. The main lines are:
- Rocca Priora - Frascati - Rome
- Frascati - Albano Laziale - Pomezia
- Frascati - Rome (Borghesiana) - Rome (Finocchio)
- Frascati - Grottaferrata
- Frascati - Grottaferrata - Castel Gandolfo - Albano Laziale - Velletri
How to get around
By public transport
The urban mobility service is managed by Schiaffini Travel
By taxi
- 1 RadioTaxi H24, Via Poggio Fiorito, 8 - Grottaferrata, ☎ 39 069410800, @[email protected].
24h.
24h.What see
- [link not working]Aldobrandini Stables, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi 6, ☎ 39 06 9417195, @[email protected]. Tue-Fri 10: 00-18: 00 Sat-Sun 10: 00-19: 00.
- 1 Municipal Library, Corso Matteotti, 32, ☎ 39 06 94299013, fax: 39 06 94016330, @[email protected]. Mon-Fri 9: 00-13: 00/15: 15-18: 45 Sat 9: 00-13: 00.
- 2 [link not working]Villa Aldobrandini, Via Cardinal Massaia, 18, ☎ 39 06 6833785, fax: 39 06 6877291, @[email protected].
- 3 Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter the Apostle (St. Peter's Cathedral), St. Peter's Square, 2, ☎ 39 06 942 0238.
- 4 Church of Santa Maria in Vivario, Via Luigi Cadorna, ☎ 39 06 942 1089, @[email protected].
- 5 Church of the Gesù.
Events and parties
What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Frascati is also famous in the world for its fraschette: in the ancient cellars, skilfully restored, it is possible to bring your own food and enjoy the wines and drinks of the chosen fraschetta; this use is frequent in several towns of the Roman castles, and it seems that it has distant origins in the habits of agricultural workers, of having meals under huts made of branches. Other sources suggest temporary accommodation due to the destruction of the Tusculum inhabited center: in medieval times, the owners of the inns took the habit of putting a branch in front of their taverns, to warn travelers that the wine was ready. In modern times, in Frascati it is possible to taste excellent cuisine and excellent wines.
Average prices
- [link not working]The canopy, via Gioberti, 27 (Right in the center of Frascati, behind the cathedral). small and characteristic restaurant with excellent Roman cuisine, rustic atmosphere and warm welcome.
- [link previously not working]Pinocchio, Market Square, 21. also in this place, excellent Roman cuisine and special pizza.
- [link not working]Comandini Winery. Restaurant where you can relive the ancient atmosphere of the past centuries. Ancient and characteristic cellar of Frascati: the atmosphere is particular and of other times, the waiters, all dressed in period costumes, will serve you the best dishes of real Roman cuisine: inside, the furnishings and furniture of the cellar have been artfully restored, and the walls of the premises have returned to their former glory.
Where stay
Average prices
In the center of Frascati, numerous B & Bs have also sprung up over time, private rooms with bathroom, very comfortable and at affordable prices: in these small structures, often consisting of a single room, you can enjoy the kindness and hospitality of the locals , and you can taste excellent cakes from local bakeries. Those who like to stay on the hills of Frascati, surrounded by the famous vineyards, have a wide choice of hotels, such as Poggio Regillo., farmhouses, such as the Quarto Santa Croce Estate. B&B and rural houses like Villa Baiera. the accommodations are for exclusive use, with independent entrance and surrounded by peace and tranquility.
High prices
Frascati, even in the past, has always been very attentive to the needs of travelers: there are numerous accommodations located both in the center and in the countryside of the ancient town: some hotels are splendid and ancient villas, today transformed into luxury hotels, such as
- Flora Hotel. beautiful 19th century villa, completely renovated.
- Bellavista Hotel. never has a name been so appropriate: located on the square of frascati, majestic, with a spectacular view over Rome and Villa Aldobrandini[link not working], the most characteristic of the ancient Tuscolan villas;
- Colonna hotel. all tourists and travelers who have been lucky enough to stop in this hotel have felt the need to tell friends, relatives, to describe the magical atmosphere of the environment and staff.
Safety
How to keep in touch
Post office
- 2 Frascati Post Office 1, Viale Vittorio Veneto, ☎ 39 06 94019244, fax: 39 06 94010411.
