The history of the Roman Castles began after the fall of the Roman Empire when families began to build fortifications and, in the Middle Ages, large castles. Many inhabitants of Rome, to escape from the difficulties that the city was experiencing, around the fourteenth century, decided to take refuge in the castles of the wealthy families of the Savelli, Annibaldi, Orsini and Colonna. These areas knew at once a great political and financial gain, even though towards the end of the eighteenth century, were affected by wars, including the historic Battle of Velletri and the harsh invasion of the French.

In 1870 the Roman Castles were annexed by the Kingdom of Italy and began a fruitful period of development through the extension of railway lines. This action contributed to the economy of the zone, which soon became one of the most visited tourist attractions of Lazio, and a residential area where many Roman families began to build their own homes for the holidays. After the interlude of World Wars, after which some areas such as Frascati, Albano and Marino were shaved almost to the ground, the Castelli Romani area is resumed after World War II.

Today, the Castelli Romani is one of the most popular residential area on the sorroundings of Rome, also by tourists who come here for art, culture, food and beautiful landscapes. In fact this destination you will be able to get away from the busy city and relax in the cottages in the woods, where you can taste the typical roman food and some of the best Italian wine labels. Especially during the weekend there are many Romans and tourists who come to the Castelli Romani to taste the typical specialties of the place, in restaurants and tourist farms. In summer, also thanks to the cooler and clean climate, there are many people who moved from Rome in these areas to relax from the heat and bustle of the city. Staying in Roman Castles you should visit the ancient villages and medieval ruins of great castles, such as the castles of Grottaferrata, perfectly preserved, the ancient villas of Frascati and the beautiful gardens of Castel Gandolfo. We also suggest the nature itineraries such as the the beautiful rivers of the Lake of Nemi and Lake Albano.