Tour

Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este Day Trip

Visit the two treasures of Tivoli on this enchanting day trip: Hadrian's Villa, built by Roman Emperor Hadrian as a retreat from Palatine Hill, and Villa d'Este, where you can stroll alongside beautiful fountains and gardens. Hadrian's Villa and...

  • 5 hours
  • Open on Tue, Thu, Sat

Visit the two treasures of Tivoli on this enchanting day trip: Hadrian's Villa, built by Roman Emperor Hadrian as a retreat from Palatine Hill, and Villa d'Este, where you can stroll alongside beautiful fountains and gardens.

Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este Day Trip

After picking you up from your hotel, the tour will leave Rome and head to Tivoli, a favored destination during the Roman Empire.

Your first stop will be Hadrian's Villa, constructed in the 2nd century under Hadrian's rule, due to his dissatisfaction with his palace on Palatine Hill. The villa is a complex of gardens, palaces, fountains, and baths influenced by Greek and Egyptian architecture.

The tour continues to Tivoli town, where the second stop is Villa d'Este, a Renaissance residence adorned with ornate frescos. Its gardens contain over 500 fountains and sculptures, including The Hundred Fountains and The Fountain of the Organ.

After exploring these sites, you'll return to Rome, concluding the tour at the Piazza della Repubblica.

Pickup

The tour includes pickup from all hotels in central Rome with 24-hour reception. For those staying in flats or bed and breakfasts, a no-pickup option is available, allowing you to meet at the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, near metro stops Piazza della Repubblica and Termini.

Important information

If there is a temporary exhibition in either villa on your selected date, an additional payment of 3 EUR will be required.Children under 3 participate for free.

Private tour

For a personalized experience, you can book a private tour with an exclusive guide.

Prices

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Included

  • Hotel pickup
  • Transport by bus
  • English–speaking guide
  • Entrance to Hadrian's Villa
  • Entrance to Villa d'Este
  • Earphones

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

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