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    Home > All Tour > Pope's Farm > Cooking Class and Lunch inside the Pope’s Organic Farm with Visit of the Apostolic Palace and Gardens, plus Exclusive Entrance to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums | Private

    Cooking Class and Lunch inside the Pope’s Organic Farm with Visit of the Apostolic Palace and Gardens, plus Exclusive Entrance to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums | Private

    A day like no other, following in the footsteps of the papacy. This day begins at the Vatican Museums at 7:30am. As part of this tour, you are granted super early access to the Sistine Chapel, literally before anyone else, allowing you to enjoy the magnificent art of Michelangelo and Raphael in peace, with the inspiring knowledge of your local guide.

    Then be transported to the Roman countryside, the Alban Hills, specifically the charming hilltop town of Castel Gandolfo with its spectacular views of the volcanic lake Albano. Reminiscent of Tuscany, the Roman hills are brimming with rustic beauty. Emperor Domitian built his summer palace and subsequently the Papal State decided to purchase a palace for the pope’s official summer residence.

    With an audioguide, you will explore the palace, including the papal apartments and the celebrated Barberini Gardens, one of the finest examples of landscaped sculptured gardens in Italy. A golf cart or minivan will be arranged for you to get around the estate and bring you to the most exciting part of the day, a cooking class in the Pope’s farm.

    The “Fattoria delle Ville Pontificie” covers 55 hectares and features stables, hen houses, orchards, gardens, citrus groves, a vineyard, spices garden, an olive grove and a dairy At our cooking school in the estate, our chef will welcome you with antipasti and prosecco. Fresh pasta and dessert are on the menu, and the Chef is specialized in teaching you how to master both. Lunch will be served with the food you have prepared and local wines.

    To wind down this exceptional day, you will have time to shop in the local town or perhaps rest in a cafe in the piazza and enjoy a final gelato before being transported back in Rome.


    Hotel Lobby
    Full Day
    8:00 am - Mondays to Saturdays
    What's included:
    English-speaking guide and guided tour of the Vatican Museums
    English-speaking assistant and chef for a visit of the Papal Palace and Gardens and hands-on cooking class at the Papal Farm
    Priority VIP entry tickets to the Vatican Museums and Pope Villas
    Hands-on cooking class and lunch at the Papal Farm
    Prosecco and snacks reception
    All ingredients and equipment
    Homemade meal with wine and soft drinks
    Recipes emailed as PDFs
    Itinerary:
    Meet at the Vatican Museums entrance
    Guided tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Saint Peter's Basilica
    45-minute transfer to Castel Gandolfo
    Guided tour of the Pope's Private Apartments
    Minivan or Golfcart transfer to the Pope's Farmhouse
    Aperitivo and Cooking Class on the Papal Estate
    Guided tour of the Barberini Gardens
    Free time in Castel Gandolfo town center
    Transfer back to Rome
    Important Info: Please inform us of any dietary restriction.
    Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby

    Reviews

    Phyllis F Avatar
    Phyllis F
    21 May 2025
    Fun cooking experience in Rome The experience from start to finish was fantastic. We met some nice people. The chefs were friendly, engaging and really knew their stuff. Giulio was wonderful and easily accommodated my food allergies. And the results were delicious!!!! I highly recommend taking this class. You won't be disappointed.
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    Maddie T
    19 May 2025
    Highly Recommend this Experience! Our family enjoyed an exceptional culinary experience, crafting authentic Neapolitan pizza and silky-smooth gelato under the guidance of a master chef. The class was thoughtfully paced and engaging for participants of all ages—even our youngest children were able to contribute meaningfully and safely. We especially appreciated the chef’s clear demonstrations, hands-on instruction, and insights into traditional techniques and ingredient selection.

    At the conclusion of the session, each participant received a beautifully compiled recipe booklet, allowing us to recreate the dishes at home and extend the experience well beyond the day itself. We left not only with delicious food but also with lasting memories and a deeper appreciation for Italian gastronomy. An outstanding, family-friendly activity that we recommend without reservation.
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    Margaret B
    12 May 2025
    Fun cooking experience in Rome Giulio was great with instructions and made the class fun! The space was clean and big enough for our fun group! I would absolutely do another class!
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