Tivoli Full Day Trip from Rome: Hadrian's Villa and Villa D'Este
Description
Discover two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este, on a guided full-day trip to Tivoli from Rome Ponte Mammolo. You’ll learn interesting Renaissance history, discover awe-inspiring archaeological ruins and admire elaborate gardens and dazzling fountains on a trip that’s sure to be as memorable as it is captivating.
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This enchanting day trip from Rome begins with a 40-minute bus ride to Hadrian’s Villa. The vastness of Hadrian’s estate is a sight that will surely impress. The Emperor chose to build his residence outside the city in a place rich in water, in order to build the famous Canopus, one of the most preserved sites left in the complex. The statues surrounding this pool of water create stunning reflections on its surface, beautifully surrounded by luscious green gardens
A short bus ride brings you to Tivoli town center – where you will have time to explore and enjoy lunch before the next walking tour
We will leave the alluring ruins of the 2nd century A.D. far behind as we travel on to the 14th century to our second destination, Villa d’Este - one of the most beautiful Renaissance villas in Italy. This splendid palace, with its extraordinary gardens filled with hundreds of fountains, will leave you feeling captivated. Bernini’s monumental Neptune’s Fountain is considered the most impressive, its water jets reaching a height of 10 meters. Not to say that the Central Fountain and the Oval Fountain won’t leave you equally in awe
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Luggage storage NOT available
- Please note: Stairs at both villas are quite steep and a moderate amount of walking is involved
- This tour is not recommended to people with disabilities
- Individuals with Disabilities MUST NOTE it on their booking.
Reviews(1,793)
Our day trip to excursion to Hadrian’s villa Tivoli gardens was an enriching addition to our stay in Rome. Our guide had a thorough knowledge of the history of both places and and told it well
Hadrian's villa was really engaging and we enjoyed the explanation of what we were seeing. Tivoli was a great little town. I can't say enough good things about the gardens at Villa d'Este.
The trip was okay, I didn’t feel like it was spectacular or anything, but my 18 year old daughter really enjoyed it. The meet up spot was clear and the ride there was good. They gave way too much time for a lunch break, at times it felt like we were waiting for the next thing for a little too long. It was okay, but probably wouldn’t do it again.
Both sites were absolutely amazing. Definitely recommend. Make sure to take a water bottle, lots of walking and you'll need it. Numerous places to refill along the way.
The tour was planned and executed wonderfully!! Both places are stunning and the tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Tivoli is a beautiful town, we didn’t include the lunch and found a beautiful place with a man who was so nice and helpful!! Everything is beautiful, very worth the trip from Rome!
If you into history and enjoy admiring beautiful gardens, this is a must. We chose the non lunch and we found there were plenty alternatives.
This is a must do day trip from Rome. Our guide was knowledgeable and fun. We had a great time.
Excellent sites to visit. Guide spoke to fast and audio for hearing was poor. Hard to hear unless in very close proximity to guide.
Both Villas are excellent and worth the visit. The guide was very nice and a local in Tivoli. I only give it a 4 because the tours of the Villas needed another layer of information to make the most of the visit. The story telling was just an overview. I had to still read the signs to help complete my understanding of things. However, our guide was great otherwise and we had a delicious lunch in Tivoli.
Wonderful experience. The grounds and water features were spectacular and the guide gave us plenty of time to explore on our own. Loved it@
