Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este Day Trip

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US$128.97

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US$128.97

It was a beautiful drive to the Roman Countryside. We went to the town of Tivoli where we rest of the tutor group and w...

Brian Lacey

Escape Rome for a day and discover 2 of Italy's most extraordinary historic estates on this day trip to Tivoli. From the sprawling ruins of an imperial residence to the most celebrated Renaissance gardens in the country, this is a day that will stay with you.

Details

Duration

7 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to Hadrian's Villa
Admission to Villa d'Este
Earphones
Lunch (depending on your selected option)

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Castro Pretorio Metro Station

Reviews of our customers

7.6

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August 23, 2023
Brian Lacey Mr Lacey
Golden Colorado, United States
It was a beautiful drive to the Roman Countryside. We went to the town of Tivoli where we rest of the tutor group and walked around thehold villa gro...
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June 11, 2022
Joseph Giannetti
Sarasota, United States
Our guide was Elisa and she was excellent - professional, personable, and very knowledgeable. She made the trip. I would have preferred to know up ...
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October 20, 2022
Anonymous
United Kingdom
Great trip to Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este. Was very handy getting picked up from hotel and the guide was very knowledgable.
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November 5, 2018
Robert
Toronto, Canada
The half day was sufficient. The price was more than 20 Euros than other tour companies if you can book some days in advance
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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll meet outside the Castro Pretorio metro station. We'll board an air-conditioned bus for the 45 to 60-minute journey to Tivoli, ready to discover some of Italy's most historic sites.

Our first stop is Hadrian's Villa (Villa Adriana), the extraordinary retreat commissioned by Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD. Once larger than the center of imperial Rome itself, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most ambitious and luxurious residences ever built in the ancient world. We'll walk among the remains of palaces, temples, baths, theatres, and pools, while our guide brings the emperor's world vividly to life.

Before continuing, we'll leave you about an hour of free time in Tivoli to grab some lunch on your own.

In the afternoon, we'll head to Villa d'Este, a masterpiece of late Renaissance design and another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the home of Lucrezia Borgia's son, Cardinal Ippolito II d'Este, the villa is famous above all for its breathtaking terraced gardens and water features. We'll admire the Oval Fountain, the Neptune Fountain, and the stunning Avenue of a Hundred Fountains, one of the most iconic gardens in all of Italy.

Finally, we'll board the bus back to Rome and wrap up the day trip at the meeting point after a total of around 7 hours.

Add Lunch to Your Day Trip

Want to round out the experience with a proper sit-down meal? If you select the lunch option, we'll enjoy a traditional Italian lunch at a local restaurant in Tivoli between the 2 villa visits.

Private Tour

If you wish to do the same tour with a guide exclusively for you, we recommend checking out these private day trips from Rome, one of which follows this same itinerary.

Points of interest in Rome

The Pantheon Piazza Navona Piazza di Spagna Trevi Fountain Vatican Museums Vatican Museums Colosseum Roman Forum Castel Sant'Angelo Campo de' Fiori Trastevere Capitoline Museums Baths of Caracalla

Types of activities in Rome

Guided tours and free tours Airport Shuttle Busses in Rome Sightseeing Bus Tours in Rome Day Trips from Rome Food & Wine Experiences in Rome Opera Performances in Rome Amusement parks

Other activities in Rome

Civitavecchia to Fiumicino Airport Shuttle Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour Rome Free Walking Tour Colosseum Tour + Gladiator's Gate Rome Underground Tour St Peter's Basilica Guided Tour Mamertine Prison Ticket + Audio Guide Galleria Borghese Guided Tour Rome: Angels and Demons, the Illuminati Adventure Quest Audience With Pope Leo XIV

Day Trip Details

Before continuing, we'll leave you about an hour of free time in Tivoli to grab some lunch on your own.

Finally, we'll board the bus back to Rome and wrap up the day trip at the meeting point after a total of around 7 hours.

Add Lunch to Your Day Trip

Want to round out the experience with a proper sit-down meal? If you select the lunch option, we'll enjoy a traditional Italian lunch at a local restaurant in Tivoli between the 2 villa visits.

Private Tour

If you wish to do the same tour with a guide exclusively for you, we recommend checking out these private day trips from Rome, one of which follows this same itinerary.

Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este Day Trip