Castel Gandolfo Day Trip from Rome: Papal Palace, Lake Albano, Train & Itinerary

Castel Gandolfo works particularly well from November to February: you can walk through the rooms of the former papal summer residence, have a slow local lunch and be back in Rome before dark. Two details catch out a lot of visitors, though. The railway station is below the historic centre, so reaching the town means an uphill walk or a shuttle, and the Papal Palace keeps its own winter hours, which are not those of the Vatican Museums in Rome.

Going on your own by train is simple and cheap. If you'd rather not handle the trains, the climb and two separate tickets, the Castel Gandolfo day trip with Papal Palace entry above includes return transport from Rome, entry to the Palace and the Barberini Gardens, and a guided walk through the village. It is rated 4.9★ but has fewer than 30 reviews so far, so read the recent ones before you book.

Castel Gandolfo from Rome: essential information

Official starting points: Trenitalia, Castel Gandolfo Link, Vatican Museums ticket information and the official Papal Palace 2026–27 calendar (PDF).

Is Castel Gandolfo worth visiting from Rome?

Yes, if you want somewhere genuinely different from Rome's busiest sights. Castel Gandolfo has everything a good short excursion needs: a compact old town, one important historic sight, countryside views and simple regional rail access. You don't spend two or three hours just getting there, as you would for Pompeii or Assisi.

It is not a place to rush through a long list of museums, as you might in Florence or Naples. The appeal is one major visit and time to slow down. The Palace tells the story of papal life outside Rome; the village has a graceful main square, narrow lanes, viewpoints, cafés and places for a long lunch. On a clear day the view over Lake Albano is the highlight, even if you never walk down to the water.

It suits:

• Couples: a scenic short escape, a lunch with a lake view and an unhurried afternoon.
• History and architecture lovers: historic papal rooms and collections, Bernini's church and the Roman history of the area.
• First-time visitors who have already seen Rome's main sights: a quieter contrast to crowded city attractions.
• Travellers without a car: the town is on regular regional rail services.
• Winter visitors: the Palace rooms give the trip a reliable indoor anchor on a cool day.

It suits you less if your group finds steep slopes difficult, you need step-free transport all day, you arrive on a day the Palace is closed, or you expect a lively lakeside beach in January. The town is still pleasant, but be clear about what you are coming for.

Other ways to see the Castelli Romani from Rome

Castel Gandolfo is one of a ring of hill towns around two crater lakes. If you'd like the day planned for you, Rome has tours for the Castelli Romani wine country, such as the Frascati wine road with tasting and lunch (4.7★, 270+ reviews, from $113), a pasta masterclass at a Frascati wine estate (4.9★, 180+ reviews, from $98), and trips that add Nemi, Ariccia and Lake Albano to the Pope's town. Here are more tours and day trips from Rome you can book for your dates.

How to get from Rome to Castel Gandolfo by train

The straightforward route is Roma Termini → Castel Gandolfo station → historic centre. The train is a regional Trenitalia service, not a high-speed Frecciarossa or Italo train.

Step 1: search Roma Termini to Castel Gandolfo

Use the official Trenitalia journey planner and enter:

• From: Roma Termini
• To: Castel Gandolfo
• Date: your travel day
• Arrival: before late morning if you are visiting the Papal Palace

Look for a direct regional train on the line towards Albano Laziale. Direct journeys take about 40–55 minutes, but departure times and the gaps between trains vary a lot by day and season.

Don't assume there is a train every 30 minutes all day. There can be long gaps between suitable departures, especially when you need a train that connects with the shuttle or a fixed Palace entry time. Check the outbound and return timetables first, then choose your Palace slot.

This is a regional train, so there's no reason to pay for high-speed travel. Regional fares are cheap compared with long-distance trains; check the live fare instead of trusting a fixed price from an old blog post.

Step 2: choose between Castel Gandolfo station and the Papal Villas bus stop

This is the most important transport decision of the day.

Option A: train to Castel Gandolfo station, then walk. The simplest booking if you are happy walking uphill. Follow the signs to the centro storico and Piazza della Libertà. The Vatican's own route information gives the station-to-centre walk as about 15 minutes; 15–25 minutes is more realistic if you take your time, carry a bag or stop to check directions. It is uphill all the way.

Option B: book the integrated train and shuttle. Trenitalia runs the Castel Gandolfo Link from Monday to Saturday. When you search, choose "Castel Gandolfo Ville Pontificie" as your destination instead of the station, and you get a combined train-and-bus itinerary. The shuttle costs €1 each way on top of the train fare. The bus leaves from the forecourt of Castel Gandolfo station and runs up to the Papal Villas.

Important: the Link does not meet every train. Check which departures include the bus, and don't expect it on a Sunday. If you take a different train, be ready to walk or arrange something else.

Official service page: Trenitalia Castel Gandolfo Link.

Step 3: walk to Piazza della Libertà

The village centre is compact. Once you are up the hill, the Papal Palace, the Church of San Tommaso da Villanova, the restaurants and the main square are all close together. With only a morning or an afternoon, spend most of it here.

The Palace entrance is on Piazza della Libertà. Don't confuse it with an entrance to the wider Pontifical Villas or a tour meeting point at Villa Barberini; your ticket should say where to check in.

Step 4: plan the return before you walk down to the lake

Check the return trains from Castel Gandolfo to Roma Termini before you leave Rome. If you have a dinner booking or an evening event in the city, leave a buffer. Train disruption, a longer walk than expected and the last uphill stretch are more likely to spoil a rushed day than the train ride itself.

If you use the shuttle to get up to town, check there's a return shuttle too. A service that suits your morning arrival may not suit your afternoon departure.

Can you reach Castel Gandolfo from Rome by bus?

Yes. Regional Cotral buses serve the Castelli Romani, and you can travel via Anagnina, the end of Rome's Metro Line A. It is usually less intuitive than the direct train from Termini, though, and routes, stops and frequencies need checking for your date. For a first independent trip, the train is the easier choice.

Should you drive?

A car lets you combine Castel Gandolfo with Nemi, Ariccia, Frascati or other towns, but the short drive from Rome can be slowed by traffic, and parking is limited. For the Palace and the historic centre alone, you don't need one. A private transfer makes sense if someone in your group can't manage the climb from the station and the shuttle doesn't fit your times.

Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo: what to see and how to book

The Palazzo Apostolico, or Papal Palace, is Castel Gandolfo's signature sight. The papal residence was developed in the 17th century on the site of an earlier fortress, and the town became closely tied to popes spending their summers outside Rome. Today parts of the Palace are open as a museum run by the Vatican.

The visit shows a different side of papal history from the Sistine Chapel or St Peter's Basilica: residential rooms, ceremonial spaces, portraits, furnishings, and the relationship between the papacy and this lakeside landscape.

What does the standard Papal Palace ticket include?

The Vatican Museums sell a €12 full ticket for the "Papal Palace and Secret Garden of Castel Gandolfo". Buy this one if you mainly want to see the Palace, its papal rooms and the Garden of the Moor and Secret Garden, depending on the route and seasonal access on your day.

Highlights of a standard visit can include:

1. The Gallery of the Popes: historic portraits and objects tracing the papacy.
2. Ceremonial rooms: spaces used for formal audiences and receptions, including the Throne Room.
3. The private papal apartment: rooms that make the summer residence feel lived in.
4. The papal bedroom and library: memorable if you are curious about how the residence was used.
5. The Garden of the Moor and the Secret Garden: formal gardens connected to the Palace route.
6. Terraces and views: weather permitting, the setting above Lake Albano is a big part of the experience.

Not every room or garden is always open; Vatican operations and conservation work can change the route. Allow about 1–2 hours, depending on whether you use an audio guide, stop to read the displays and get into the gardens.

Don't confuse this ticket with a visit to the full Barberini Gardens. The large Villa Barberini estate, its archaeological areas, the garden tours by electric vehicle, Borgo Laudato Si' and the occasional astronomical-dome visits are separate experiences with their own booking rules. Anything that promises all the papal gardens for the ordinary €12 Palace ticket is misleading.

How much are tickets in 2026–27?

The Vatican Museums' official tariff information, checked in November 2026:

These prices are for Castel Gandolfo only, not for the Vatican Museums in Rome. Likewise, don't assume the free last Sunday you may read about for the Rome museums applies to the Papal Palace.

Official sources: Vatican Museums tickets and tariff rules and reduced Papal Palace tickets.

Where should you buy tickets?

The Vatican Museums say tickets.museivaticani.va is their only official online ticket site. Use it and choose the exact Castel Gandolfo product, date and entry time. The name matters: Papal Palace + Secret Garden, Papal Palace + Astronomical Domes and tours that include Villa Barberini cover different areas.

You can sometimes buy Palace tickets at the entrance if there is space, but don't count on walking in if the Palace is your main reason for travelling. The family tariff, meanwhile, can only be bought on site.

Booking checklist:

• Check the attraction is Castel Gandolfo, not the Vatican Museums in Rome.
• Check whether the ticket is self-guided, audio-guided or with a guide.
• Check the meeting point; some garden experiences use a different entrance.
• Check whether the Garden of the Moor, Secret Garden, Villa Barberini or astronomical domes are included.
• Check the entry time, last admission and refund conditions.
• Time your train so there is room for the uphill walk or the shuttle.

Are the Papal Palace and the Papal Gardens the same thing?

No, and tour listings often blur them.

If papal history is your priority, book the Palace first. If gardens are, read the exact tour description, especially in winter when some visits run on limited dates. If you want both, look for a product that clearly combines them; one ticket won't cover everything.

Papal Palace opening hours: November 2026 to February 2027

Use the Vatican's Castel Gandolfo calendar, not the standard Vatican Museums hours. The two-page 2026–27 Papal Palace calendar colour-codes every day of the year with one of four timetables, or as a closure day.

Winter hours on open days

Visitors have to start leaving the display rooms 30 minutes before closing time.

Closures for winter 2026–27

On top of every Tuesday, the official calendar shows these closures:

• Sunday 1 November 2026.
• 8 December 2026, which is also a Tuesday, and 25 and 26 December 2026.
• 1 and 6 January 2027, alongside the Tuesdays (5, 12, 19 and 26 January).
• Thursday 11 February 2027, alongside the Tuesdays (2, 9, 16 and 23 February).

Winter garden detail: on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February, the Vatican says the Garden of the Moor and the Secret Garden stay open only until 4:00 p.m., because of the light, even when the Palace stays open later. See the gardens first.

Thinking ahead to summer? The same calendar marks the Palace closed for the whole of July and August 2027, as it was through most of July and August 2026.

See the official 2026–27 Castel Gandolfo calendar (PDF). Dates can change, so check it again shortly before your visit.

What if your date is closed?

You can still visit the town and the public viewpoints if the trains are running, have lunch and see the outside of the Palace. But if the interiors are essential, change your day. The indoor visit is what makes Castel Gandolfo so good in winter, and a long wait in a small village on a rainy Tuesday is no substitute.

Best things to do in Castel Gandolfo

1. Visit the Papal Palace

Give the Palace the first big slot of your day, especially in winter. On an ordinary weekday, arrive before midday: last admission is 1 p.m., much earlier than at weekends. For history and architecture, this is the main reason to come.

The setting has its own history. Rome's elite prized the Alban Hills long before the popes built a summer residence here, and the nearby remains of Emperor Domitian's villa show how important the area already was in imperial times.

2. Explore Piazza della Libertà

This is the elegant heart of Castel Gandolfo and one of its most photogenic corners. The Palace fills one side of the square, while the Church of San Tommaso da Villanova and the fountain add to the Baroque feel. Spend some time here before heading into the narrower streets.

The square is also an easy meeting point if your group splits up: one person can visit the Palace while another has a coffee and looks round the shops.

3. Step inside San Tommaso da Villanova

The Collegiate Church of St Thomas of Villanova was commissioned by Pope Alexander VII and designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Its proportions and dome deserve a look, even on a short visit. Entry depends on services and the church's own opening arrangements.

Local guide: San Tommaso da Villanova.

4. Enjoy the views over Lake Albano

For many people, the lake view alone makes the trip. Castel Gandolfo sits on the rim of the volcanic basin, and several public terraces look out over the water and the wooded slopes.

The local tourism guide points to viewpoints behind the church on the main square and elsewhere around the rim. Take your photos from the town first: you don't need to go down to the shore for the classic high view of Castel Gandolfo.

The lake is volcanic and among the deepest volcanic lakes in Italy. The crater is especially striking in clear winter light, when the water and the hillside can look vivid blue and green.

Background: The lakes of the Castelli Romani.

5. Wander the streets and have a Castelli Romani lunch

The historic centre has small shops, cafés and restaurants, and a slower pace than central Rome. The Castelli Romani are known for their food and wine; local menus may include porchetta, handmade pasta, seasonal vegetables and regional wines.

In winter, a relaxed lunch beats treating Castel Gandolfo as a quick checkpoint. Look for a restaurant with a view if that matters to you, but check its opening days: small restaurants often take weekday breaks out of season.

Budget tip: you don't need a table with a lake view to enjoy the place. A simple café or a casual lunch in town is satisfying and cheaper.

6. Go down to Lake Albano, only if you have time

This is the part of the day that needs the most realistic planning. The water is far below the old town. A pleasant path down can become a hard climb back up, especially with children, limited mobility, rain or an early sunset.

The town council describes a steep, winding descent to the lake, with an alternative road approach from Via Gramsci near the bus terminal. The shore has restaurants, walking areas and, in the warmer months, water sports, such as the Castel Gandolfo lake kayak and swim tour on Viator (4.8★, 700+ reviews, from about $48). Don't count on boat hire or summer activities in winter: some sightseeing boat trips run from spring to around the start of November, not through January.

Our recommendation: with only 3–4 hours, stay on the hill. With a comfortable full day and dry weather, consider the shore if you've worked out your way back and don't mind the climb, or can arrange transport.

Official information: Castel Gandolfo town council's Lake Albano itinerary and Visit Castelli Romani: activities around the lake.

7. Consider the wider Papal Gardens or a special tour

If you've already seen the Palace or love landscaped estates, look into Villa Barberini, the guided garden visits or the astronomical domes. The wider estate also holds the remains of Domitian's imperial villa.

These visits may run only on a few winter days. Check their own booking pages, start points, accessibility rules and exactly what is included. A garden ticket doesn't get you into the Palace rooms unless it says so.

Official overview: Pontifical Villas: visits.

8. Look into Borgo Laudato Si' as a separate visit

The Vatican's Borgo Laudato Si' project sits within the wider Castel Gandolfo estate and runs public visits. It has its own entrance on Via Massimo D'Azeglio, not the Palace entrance on Piazza della Libertà, and its own booking calendar.

It's an interesting addition if you're drawn to gardens and environmental themes, but it is not part of your Palace ticket. To do both, check both schedules and allow time to get between the two entrances.

Official visits: Borgo Laudato Si': tours open to the public.

Castel Gandolfo day trip itinerary: 4–5 hours

This is the plan we'd suggest for a first visit between November and February, particularly with a morning Palace booking. The times are examples; check the real timetable for your date.

This is a half-day to short-day trip, which leaves time for something in Rome in the late afternoon or evening.

What if the only Palace entry you can get is late afternoon?

Late entry is possible at weekends, but in winter the gardens can close earlier than the Palace, especially in January and February. If the gardens matter to you, book an earlier slot. A late visit also leaves little daylight for the town and the lake view.

Castel Gandolfo full-day itinerary with Lake Albano

Choose this version for a slower day that includes the shore, if you don't mind hills.

Morning: train, Palace and old town. Arrive in time for a Palace visit and spend 1–2 hours inside. Then see the square and the church, and take in the lake from above while the light is good.

Lunch: stay in the village. Have an early, relaxed lunch in the historic centre. If you've booked a separate garden tour, fit lunch around it; the wider gardens aren't open continuously.

Early afternoon: the lakeshore. Go down to Lake Albano only after checking the weather, the daylight and how you feel about the climb back. Walk along an accessible stretch of the promenade, stop for a coffee if a lakeside café is open, and see the crater from below.

Late afternoon: the return. Leave plenty of time for the climb or for finding a connection. In December and January, dusk comes early enough that a lakeshore detour can turn into a rushed, slippery return if you leave it too late.

A better plan for many winter visitors: stay up on the rim and spend the afternoon on a longer lunch, a garden visit or a nearby experience. The shore is enjoyable, but it is not essential to a good day in Castel Gandolfo.

Castel Gandolfo in winter: November to February

Castel Gandolfo is famous as a summer residence, but it works well in the cooler months if you plan around the Palace hours and the steep ground. Expect changeable weather: some days are mild and clear, others cold, damp and windy, with the occasional heavy downpour. The exposed lake viewpoints can feel colder than central Rome. On a properly wet day, our rainy-day trips from Rome guide compares the Palace with Naples, Florence and the other indoor options.

Is Castel Gandolfo worth visiting in December?

Yes, especially on a dry day when the Palace is open. Don't expect a Christmas market, though, or the museum to open on the big Catholic holidays: the calendar shows it closed on 8 December 2026 and on 25 and 26 December 2026. If you want festive stalls and Christmas events, another town will suit you better.

Our Christmas day trips from Rome guide has ideas planned around the festive season instead of a standard museum visit.

Is Castel Gandolfo worth visiting in January or February?

Yes, as long as the Palace is open on your date and you treat the lake as a view, not a beach. January and February are ideal if you dislike sightseeing in the heat and like quiet places. In winter, the best order is usually Palace, main square, lake view, lunch, not a long trek down to the water and back.

The 2027 calendar closes the Palace every Tuesday, a change an older guide won't mention. Checking that matters more than choosing between a Tuesday and a Wednesday on the forecast alone.

What should you wear?

Wear comfortable walking shoes with grip, an extra layer for the wind on the hilltop and a waterproof if showers are forecast. For the Palace, dress respectfully for a Vatican-run religious and historic site. A small bag is easier than a big one, and many tours don't allow tripods, large umbrellas or bulky luggage.

How much does a Castel Gandolfo day trip cost?

It is a fairly cheap day out from Rome. The main costs are the regional train, the Palace ticket and lunch.

For most independent travellers, the Palace ticket will cost more than the train. That's one reason Castel Gandolfo works better on your own than on an expensive escorted transfer, if all you want is the Palace and the village.

Families: the Vatican offers a family tariff for the Palace and Secret Garden, with reductions for the second and further eligible children, but it has eligibility rules and is sold at the ticket office, not online. Check the current rules before you work out a family total.

Train vs guided tour vs private transfer

When is an organised tour worth the extra money?

When it covers several towns, a properly guided Palace visit, a garden visit you can't easily arrange yourself, or transport that solves a real mobility problem. Otherwise the regional train is the better value.

If you book on a tour platform, check that the product actually leaves from Rome. Many Castel Gandolfo listings are local tickets or walking tours that expect you to get to the town yourself. Compare what's included: transport, Palace entry, gardens and a guide can all be separate.

Can you combine Castel Gandolfo with other places?

Yes, but it depends on whether you're driving, on a tour or using local public transport. The Castelli Romani towns are close together, but the buses between them aren't timed for easy sightseeing.

Castel Gandolfo and Nemi

Nemi is a pretty village above a smaller volcanic lake, known for its wild strawberries. It's a tempting pairing for photographers and countryside lovers. A car or a guided trip makes the two towns far easier; check the buses carefully before planning both by public transport.

Castel Gandolfo and Frascati

Frascati is the town for food and wine, from a wine-road tasting with lunch to a pasta masterclass in the vineyard. Both towns have trains from Rome, but that does not mean there's a handy direct train between them: the branch lines may mean a change at Ciampino or local transport. On your own, pick one as your main destination unless the timetable works for both.

For more ideas without a car, see our day trips from Rome by train.

Castel Gandolfo and Ariccia

Ariccia is famous for porchetta and makes a natural food stop on a Castelli Romani drive. It pairs well with Castel Gandolfo, but you don't need a second town for a relaxed Palace day.

Should you combine Castel Gandolfo with Tivoli?

Usually no. Both are lovely escapes from Rome, but they lie in different directions with separate journeys. With one day and no car, choose by interest: Castel Gandolfo for papal history and a lake-view village, or Tivoli for grand historic villas and gardens.

Castel Gandolfo vs other popular day trips from Rome

For another relaxed archaeological trip near Rome, read our Ostia Antica day trip guide. For a wider seasonal shortlist, see the best winter day trips from Rome.

Practical mistakes to avoid

Mistake 1: assuming the station is on the square

The station is below the town. The climb isn't long for everyone, but it matters with pushchairs, luggage, mobility difficulties or winter rain. Allow extra time, or book the combined train + shuttle when it fits your journey.

Mistake 2: booking a generic "Vatican Gardens" ticket

The Vatican sells several different garden and museum visits. Read the exact description and the entrance before you buy. A tour of the wider Barberini Gardens doesn't necessarily get you into the Palace rooms.

Mistake 3: using the Vatican Museums' Rome timetable

The Vatican Museums in Rome and the Papal Palace at Castel Gandolfo have different hours and closing days. From November 2026 to February 2027 the Palace has short weekday hours, closes every Tuesday and shuts on several holidays. Use its own dated calendar.

Mistake 4: thinking Lake Albano is next to the square

The lake looks close from above, but the shore is far below. If time is short, stay in the old town and enjoy the view. Go down only if you've planned how to get back up.

Mistake 5: planning summer lake activities in winter

A January lakeshore isn't an August beach. Restaurants, boat operators and water-sports businesses keep seasonal hours. Come for the landscape; swimming and boat trips are not guaranteed.

Mistake 6: planning two or three Castelli Romani towns without checking connections

Frascati, Nemi, Ariccia and Castel Gandolfo look close together on a map, but public transport between them can be awkward. One town is often more satisfying than a three-town race.

Castel Gandolfo with children or limited mobility

For families, Castel Gandolfo can be a welcome break from Rome's queues and busy museums. Children may enjoy the lake views, the fountain, the streets and the story of the Papal Palace, although younger ones may tire of a long room-by-room museum visit.

Families with pushchairs: the historic streets, slopes and steps need more thought than the town's small size suggests. Decide in advance whether you're seeing only the square and the Palace or going down towards the lake. A short walk round the centre is far easier than the descent and the climb back.

Limited mobility: the €1 station shuttle can cut out the uphill approach when it runs, but don't assume step-free travel all day. Check the bus and its stops with the operator, ask the Vatican Museums about the Palace's accessible route, and remember the lakeshore is on a different level. The Vatican publishes free-admission rules for visitors with qualifying disabilities; that is a separate question from physical access.

If someone in your group can't safely manage a steep walk, a transfer straight to the historic centre may be better than relying on an uncertain last-mile connection.

Photography tips for Castel Gandolfo

There are two great kinds of photograph here: the town's Baroque details and the wide lake panorama.

• Start on Piazza della Libertà: the façades, the Palace, the church and the details of the square.
• Find the lake viewpoints in the old town: you get the dramatic high angle without going down.
• Use the winter light: a low sun brings out the crater rim and the woods, but haze and fog can hide the lake.
• Bring a standard zoom: it covers street scenes and wide views; a phone's wide-angle lens works well too.
• Indoors: check the Palace's current photography rules. Flash, tripods and selfie sticks may be banned; it is a working museum.
• Give the weather time: the light can clear quickly after a shower, but wet paths and steps are a good reason not to rush downhill.

If you have the choice, save a clear morning for the lake views and do the indoor sightseeing later, except on a weekday, when the Palace's 1 p.m. last entry means you have to visit it first.

Frequently asked questions about Castel Gandolfo from Rome

Should you take a day trip to Castel Gandolfo?

For other easy trips, see our day trips from Rome by train guide and our winter day trips from Rome shortlist.

Official sources and useful links

Researched in November 2026. Train timetables, museum prices and opening calendars can change after publication.

1. Vatican Museums: Papal Palace and Secret Garden tickets: the €12 full ticket, reductions and family rules.
2. Vatican Museums: Papal Palace 2026–27 calendar (PDF): opening times, last admission and closure days, one page per year.
3. Official Vatican Museums ticket portal: live tickets and bookable dates.
4. Pontifical Villas: visits and ticket categories: the Palace, special rooms, gardens and other visits.
5. Trenitalia: Castel Gandolfo Link: the Monday–Saturday train-and-bus connection and €1 shuttle fare.
6. Trenitalia: the Castelli Romani by train: the official rail overview for Castel Gandolfo and nearby towns.
7. Visit Castelli Romani: Papal Palace: history and address; use the Vatican's calendar for opening times.
8. Visit Castelli Romani: San Tommaso da Villanova: Bernini's church.
9. Visit Castelli Romani: Lake Albano: the volcanic landscape and viewpoints.
10. Castel Gandolfo town council: Lake Albano itinerary: the steep route down and the lakeshore archaeology.
11. Borgo Laudato Si': tours open to the public: the separate garden-estate visits and their entrance.

Tour ratings and review counts are GetYourGuide's and Viator's figures when checked; prices are starting prices in USD and change with date and demand. Palace prices and hours are the official figures checked in November 2026.