Tivoli: Hadrian’s Villa & Villa d’Este

Tivoli offers a contrast to the crowded centre of Rome. On this day tour you visit both of its UNESCO sites in comfort.
The morning is at Hadrian’s Villa, where your guide describes the emperor’s architectural taste and the layout of the huge retreat. In the afternoon, Villa d’Este shows off the Renaissance love of water and gardens.
There is time for lunch in the hill town. Because both sites involve walking and steps, wear comfortable shoes. Check current details when you enquire.
What you get
- Hadrian’s Villa ruins
- Fountains of Villa d’Este
- Tivoli town
- Small group
- Return transfer
The tour, hour by hour
- 08:30Depart Rome
Minibus to Tivoli
- 09:30Hadrian’s Villa
Guided walk of the ruins
- 12:30Lunch
Free time in Tivoli
- 14:00Villa d’Este
Fountains and gardens
- 16:30Return
Drop-off in Rome
Included
- Transport
- Guide
- Entry tickets
Not included
- Lunch
- Tips
- Villa Gregoriana entry
Meeting point and getting there
Meet at central Rome pick-up point. Exact point confirmed after booking.
Questions people ask
Is it very walkable?
Both sites have hills and stairs.
Is it open Mondays?
Opening days vary; we plan around closures.
How long is the journey?
About an hour each way.
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Why we list this tour
What the listing data tells us, and what to weigh up.
A 7-hour morning trip from Rome to Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este in Tivoli, with return transport, guide and entry tickets included. Hotel pickup is listed and groups are capped at 16. Free cancellation applies up to 48 hours before.
Best for: Couples and history fans who want two Tivoli sites in one organised day.
Catalogue score 76/100. How scores work
- Transport, guide and entry tickets included
- Small group, max 16
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before
- Morning departure
- Lunch and Villa Gregoriana entry not included
- Two large sites mean a lot of walking
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