Hadrian's Villa (Villa Adriana) and Villa d'Este in Tivoli Tours and Tickets

Visit the historic vacation homes of the Roman elite on a Rome to Tivoli day trip. The full-day guided excursion includes tours of Tivoli’s two UNESCO-listed sites: Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Hear Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins and explore some of Italy’s most extravagant private gardens.

Tivoli, home to the spectacular Hadrian's Villa and Villa d’Este, is a popular day trip from Rome. Skip the hassle of traveling by train with this guided tour that includes transportation plus guided tours of both the ancient Roman ruins of Hadrian's Villa and the sumptuous Renaissance palace and gardens of Villa d’Este. You’ll even have time for a stroll through the town of Tivoli and traditional lunch.

Set out from Rome for a half-day exploration of ancient Tivoli, a stunning hilltop town that once served as a vacation destination for the rich. Spend some time exploring its many offerings, including the Villa Adriana which incorporates of variety of ancient architectural styles and Villa d’Este, known for its exquisite Renaissance palace and garden. Learn about the history of this fascinating, fair-weather resort town as you go.

Travel in the footsteps of Roman emperors, cardinals, and popes who would flee the hustle and bustle of Rome for hilltop Tivoli. This guided day trip takes you back in time in Tivoli, exploring the archeological remains of 2nd-century Hadrian's Villa, with its lavish temples, sculptures, and theaters. After the lunch break, stroll around the lush gardens of the Renaissance-era Villa d'Este, marveling at the famed Fountain of Neptune.

Get out of Rome and head to hilltop Tivoli on this fun half-day guided trip. Explore the historic town and visit Hadrian's Villa and the Villa d'Este, two UNESCO World Heritage-listed spots. With an expert guide, tour the town and its historic villas, learning about the history of the area and seeing an exciting swath of the Roman countryside.

Rome is full of magnificent ancient monuments, but there are even more historic gems just outside of the city. This small-group half-day tour from Rome visits the hilltown of Tivoli, home to two UNESCO-listed marvels – the 2nd-century ruins of Hadrian's Villa (Villa Adriana) and the idyllic Villa d'Este, a 16th-century palace and garden complex. Tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and round-trip transport.

Visit the lovely mountain town of Tivoli and explore an emperor’s villa and a gorgeous museum on this all-day tour. After a comfortable ride on an air-conditioned coach, tour Emperor Hadrian’s lavish complex, with its beautiful pools and baths. Learn about the villa’s history from an informative guide and head to Villa d’Este, a 16th-century villa-turned-museum and see its terraced hillside garden and more than half a dozen fountains.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome on a private day tour of Tivoli with convenient round-trip transport from your Rome accommodation. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts about Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este, two UNESCO World Heritages sites often missed by visitors. Skip-the-line admission tickets are included for a seamless, convenient experience.

The UNESCO-listed villas in Tivoli are among the most popular day trips from Rome, but getting there by public transportation can be a hassle. With this tour, skip the stress and delays of the train and bus and instead travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Villa d’Este and Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana) with your guide to learn about their lavish architecture and gardens, and stop to admire the views over the surrounding countryside.

Explore historic Tivoli and the UNESCO-listed Villa D’Este on a private half-day tour from Rome. After a scenic 45-minute drive from Rome, stroll around the idyllic Renaissance gardens of the Villa D’Este and learn more about its memorable monuments from an audio guide. After admiring highlights like the Water Organ Fountain and the Fountain of the Dragons, enjoy free time to explore hilltop Tivoli.

Take a break from the crowds of Rome on a day trip to Tivoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once the location of Emperor Hadrian’s second-century vacation home. The day’s itinerary includes hidden gems often missed by visitors to the region, from Bernini’s Neptune fountain to Villa d’Este’s sprawling gardens. Round-trip transport and admission tickets are included for your convenience.

Villa Adriana in Tivoli (less than 30 km from Rome), was built by Emperor Hadrian in the second century AD. Its striking atmosphere evokes the glory of Rome, the capital of the Roman Empire, but also the more distant and exotic provinces, such as Greece and Egypt. Have a nice stroll through the large square called “Pecile”, where a majestic colonnade encircles a rectangular pool, to reach the breathtaking Canopus, which recalls the Nile canal where Antinoo, the emperor’s favorite, died in a mysterious way. Here you will admire the enchanting reflections of the statues on the water and relive the splendid atmosphere of the ancient Roman banquets, surrounded by statues of caryatids, ancient heroes and even crocodiles! You will then discover the majestic buildings of the imperial palace: luxurious baths called “thermae”, sacred temples, a theater in the center of a beautiful pond (thus called “Maritime Theater”), and the soldiers’ quarters. Thanks to an expert archaeological guide and accurate reconstructions, you will discover the secrets and mysteries of Hadrian’s Villa, that is very similar to an actual city, with its squares, water ponds and majestic buildings!

Take a break from the bustle of Rome and journey to the summer retreat of wealthy Roman families with a private half-day tour to Tivoli. Tour the UNESCO-listed ruins of Emperor Hadrian’s stately imperial villa, replete with statuary, gardens and pools. Next, admire one of the best-preserved examples of Italian Renaissance architecture at the lush gardens and estate of Villa d’Este. Travel in a comfortable minivan and enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide.

Visit the beautiful gardens and impressive fountains of the Villa d'Este with this private 4-hour day trip from Rome. Travel to the nearby 16th-century villa to explore its famous grounds. Admire its 255 waterfalls and 50 fountains set among lush greenery, creating an enchanting outdoor space.

Visit the famed gardens of Villa Adriana, as well as Villa d’Este, on this private tour from Rome to Tivoli, where the historical sites are located. Travel with a private driver to reach the villas, and be wowed by the detailed landscaping, fountains, and architecture. You also have time in the town of Tivoli to buy lunch. Upgrade your tour to explore with a licensed tour guide.

The UNESCO-listed Villa d’Este — set in Tivoli just outside of Rome — is a popular day trip, but visiting by train can eat into your sightseeing time. Save hours with this tour that that includes pickup in Rome, transportation to Tivoli, and a skip-the-line ticket to the villa and gardens. Explore the sumptuous Renaissance estate at your own pace, lingering to snap photos of the frescoes, fountains, and views.

Escape Rome for a day in the countryside on this private tour that takes you to Tivoli, known for its gardens at the Villa d’Este. Enjoy comfortable private transportation to reach Tivoli, where you can explore the expansive gardens independently. Afterward, take a drive through the area, admiring the rolling vineyard scenery. You’ll stop at a local trattoria, where you can buy lunch and taste wines, if you wish. (Food, drinks and entrance fees are at your own expense.)

Tivoli was once home to Roman emperors, and is rich in ancient heritage. With this tour, don’t worry about organizing logistics—round-trip transportation from Rome makes this a seamless way to explore. Upon arrival, you’ll have free time to visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the ruins of Hadrian’s Villa and the scenic Villa d’Este (entrance own expense). As this is a self-guided tour, you can explore as you wish.

Wanted by the emperor Hadrian as his residence starting from 117 AD, the villa was built on the basis of a pre-existing building owned by his wife Vibia Sabina, which formed the first nucleus. Built near the capital on the Monti Tiburtini, about 28 km from Rome, it could be reached either by via Tiburtina or via Prenestina, or by sailing the Aniene river. The chosen area was rich in water and four of the ancient aqueducts that served Rome passed through it (Anio Vetus, Anio Novus, Aqua Marcia and Aqua Claudia). In its vicinity there is still the sulphurous water source of the Acque Albule (the odonten Bagni di Tivoli), known and much appreciated by the emperor.

Skip the crowded train rides and enjoy a private, full-day visit to two historic villas in Tivoli. Travel comfortably in your own Mercedes sedan or minivan with driver, with door-to-door pickup and drop-off from Rome. Then, enjoy leisurely, self-guided visits to UNESCO-listed Villa Adriana and Villa d’Este, famous for its musical fountain. A lunch stop with pre-booked reservations is included (meal charges separate.)

Zip around the Eternal City on board a classic Vespa. Enjoy a customizable journey around Rome and explore the views from the surrounding seven hills. Includes a helmet and insurance so you can feel secure taking your Vespa ride. Choose two routes, either by Castelli Romani: Frascati, Rocca di Papa, Marino, Ariccia or Tivoli Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana. Pass beaches and UNESCO World Heritage sites, and grab a light lunch en route.

Visit Tivoli, an ancient resort area famed for its beauty and its good water, enriched by many Roman villas, the most famous one, of which ruins remain, is the Villa Adriana (Hadrian's Villa). Come to discover the Renaissance styled Villa d’Este, a gorgeous setting surrounded by a spectacular terraced garden. Enjoy the beauty of its cascades, water tanks, water jets and fountains.

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Discover the significant architectural features of Hadrian's Villa, the 2nd-century residence of Emperor Hadrian. Use your admission ticket to skip any lines at the countryside villa in Tivoli, which is contained within Villa d'Este. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, which includes ruins of thermal structures, a theater, temples, libraries, state rooms and buildings once used to house courtiers and slaves.