A short drive from Rome, Castel Gandolfo is traditionally a getaway for popes — until now, as many suspect the town is "too luxurious" for Pope Francis. It overlooks a lake, is full of manicured gardens, and has amazing options for wine- and food-lovers: like the Antico Ristorante Pagnanelli. Book a wine tasting (with tons of tasty snacks, like bacon-wrapped dates) in the cellar, and have lunch or dinner on the terrace with a crystal-clear view of Lake Albano.
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