Tivoli from Rome: Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este, Half Day Tour

At a glance

Tivoli from Rome: Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este, Half Day Tour is a 5h private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Welcome Italy. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $306.93 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Free Pick-up and drop-off to the Hotels, Appartments, Bed&breakfast, accomodations, Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan, 3-hour tour with a Professional Tour Guide.

Quick facts

Duration

5h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   Your professional guide will take you on a wonderful journey through time and will tell you stories about the construction of these impressive buildings and scandals that accompanied the famous Roman families of that time. A unique occasion to known one of the most appreciated, peaceful and historical area at the roman time, very close to the chaotic capital of the roman empire,
   Upon arrival your guide will illustrate Villa Adriana, the most beautiful Imperial villa, designed and built by Emperor Hadrian at the beginning of the 2nd century AD in a unique setting of gardens and swimming pools. Then you will proceed with Villa D’Este, charming villa with rich Renaissance fountains, water features, waterfalls and incomparable Italian garden. The two villas are on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

2. Stop 2 · 1h 30m

   Villa Adriana, the most beautiful Imperial villa, designed and built by Emperor Hadrian who did not like the Palatine palace in Rome, so during the last years of his reign he ruled the empire from Tivoli. Truly no emperor appreciated the palace created by his predecessors so much, but Hadrian detested the crowding, promiscuity, intrigue and chaos of Rome, where he resided as little as possible, traveling as much as possible.

3. Stop 3 · 1h 30m

   Villa d'Este is one of the most notable and refined examples of Renaissance culture. By virtue of its innovative project and the creativity of the architectural components of the park (fountains, ornamental basins, etc.), it represents a unique example of a sixteenth-century Italian garden. Villa d'Este, one of the first gardens of wonders, served as model and had a decisive influence on the development of gardens in Europe.
   
   The complex, consisting of the palace and the garden, was built by Pirro Logorio on behalf of the Ferrarese cardinal Ippolito II d'Este who, having become governor of the Lazio city in 1550, wanted a residence suited to his new status.
   
   the structure forms an irregular quadrilateral and covers an area of approximately 4.5 hectares. The plan of the villa is irregular as the architect was forced to use some parts of the pre-existing monastic building.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Provide the Correct address of your accommodation , hotel, B&B
• Pickup only in the city center inside the Aurelian Walls
• Provide the correct phone number with international country code
• One day before please call to confirm the pick up
• check that you provide all the details to the agency
• Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan
• Emergency number also operational via whatsapp

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions