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From Rome: Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa Tivoli Day Tour

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From Rome: Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa Tivoli Day Tour
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Marvel at the opulence of Hadrian's Villa and the gardens of Villa D'Este in Tivoli on a day trip from Rome. Stroll in the gardens of the Borgias and tour the imperial palaces of Emperor Hadrian.

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Duration 1.5 - 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Italian
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

M
Meredith – United States

This was a lovely trip. Marcia was very knowledgeable and took us on the highlights while also giving us time to explore. I hadn’t been to Tivoli and it was very nice to be bused to Hadrian’s villa and then the Villa D’Este. We did our own lunch in town—there are plenty of good places in Tivoli within two blocks from the villa.

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Gábor – Hungary

Marzia is an amazing tour guide, who knows a lot about Tivoli, the Villas and their history.

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    2 starting location options:

    Castro Pretorio, Via della Inversata, 27

  • Bus/coach

    (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Hadrian's Villa

    Guided tour (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

    Local restaurant

    Break time (1.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Timeline stop icon

    Villa d'Este

    Guided tour (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (45 minutes)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Via della Inversata, 27, Castro Pretorio

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit 2 of the finest Renaissance villas on the outskirts of Rome
  • Stroll the Italianate gardens of Villa d'Este
  • Explore Hadrian's Villa, once considered more important than imperial Rome itself
  • Admire the caryatids and columns of the Canopus and Serapeum

Full description

Depart Rome and transfer to Tivoli to tour 2 of Italy’s most impressive villas on this full-day tour of the Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa, with time to explore both magnificent country estates.

Drive to Hadrian's Villa, built in the 2nd century by Emperor Hadrian, and once greater than the center of Imperial Rome. The largest and most luxurious residence ever built in Italy, it features an impressive array of imperial palaces, temples, theaters, thermal baths, and pools.

After lunch, explore the grounds of the Villa D'Este and learn about the history and development of the villa, an enchanting site of the late Italian Renaissance. Once the home of Lucrezia Borgia's son, it is renowned for its spectacular gardens and trees, as well as its waterfalls and fountains.

Highlights include the caryatids and columns of the Canopus and Serapeum, the pool and artificial grotto, named after an Egyptian city and temple dedicated to the god Serapis, and the Maritime Theatre, where a small Roman house was thought to have provided a retreat from the demands of court life.

Includes

  • Bus transfer to and from the Villas
  • Admission fees
  • Guide
  • Headsets
  • Lunch (if option selected)
  • Pickup and drop-off
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 1788 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Meredith – United StatesMarch 29, 2025 – Verified booking
This was a lovely trip. Marcia was very knowledgeable and took us on the highlights while also giving us time to explore. I hadn’t been to Tivoli and it was very nice to be bused to Hadrian’s villa and then the Villa D’Este. We did our own lunch in town—there are plenty of good places in Tivoli within two blocks from the villa.
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Gábor – HungaryMarch 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Marzia is an amazing tour guide, who knows a lot about Tivoli, the Villas and their history.
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Ognjen – NetherlandsFebruary 25, 2025 – Verified booking
We loved this excursion! The Vila’s are different but both very beautiful. The stories behind them are very interesting. Our guide, Marcia was great, thank you so much for this very nice experience! Also thanks to our driver Mario!

Product ID: 7975

Activity provider:Enjoy Rome

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