Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano) is a Renaissance military landmark in Bracciano, Lazio, Italy, and a filming location for Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989) and Medici: Masters of Florence (2016). Built in 1485, it was designed by Francesco di Giorgio Martini. It is owned by Odescalchi family.
Location: Bracciano, Lazio, Italy
Verified facts
- Located in Bracciano, Lazio
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-10711 - Appeared in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (movie, 1989)
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-10711 - Appeared in Medici: Masters of Florence (tv, 2016)
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-10712, SRC-11029 - Built in 1485
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-11257, SRC-11759, SRC-12376 - Designed by Francesco di Giorgio Martini
confidence 95/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-11257, SRC-11759, SRC-14079, SRC-14336 - Architectural style: Renaissance military architecture
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-11257, SRC-11760 - Owned by Odescalchi family (since 1696)
confidence 95/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-10710, SRC-11257, SRC-11759, SRC-14079, SRC-14336
Evidence & sources
- SRC-10710 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castello_Orsini-Odescalchi (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10711 — https://movie-locations.com/movies/b/Bill-And-Teds-Excellent-Adventure.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10712 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medici:_Masters_of_Florence (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11029 — Italy for Movies – Medici: Masters of Florence locations (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11257 — https://www.romecabs.com/blog/docs/ultimate-guide-how-to-visit-bracciano-castle-castello-o (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11759 — Dimore Storiche Italiane (Italian Historic Houses Association) — Castello Odescalchi di Bracciano (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11760 — CulturalHeritageOnline — Orsini-Odescalchi Castle (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-12376 — Ancient History Sites — Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-14079 — Castello Odescalchi di Bracciano (official site) — Storia (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14336 — Google Arts & Culture — Castello Odescalchi, Bracciano (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where was Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure filmed?
Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano), in Bracciano, Lazio, is a real-world filming location used for Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure. This property has also appeared on screen in Medici: Masters of Florence.
Where was Medici: Masters of Florence filmed?
Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano), in Bracciano, Lazio, is a real-world filming location used for Medici: Masters of Florence. This property has also appeared on screen in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.
Who designed Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano)?
Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano) was designed by Francesco di Giorgio Martini.
Where is Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano) located?
Castello Orsini-Odescalchi (Bracciano) is located in Bracciano, Lazio.