Self guided tours of Villa Adriana and Ville d' Este. Private driver. - Villa Adriana & Villa d'Este. A very educational and good experience. We were extremely pleased with our driver/guide, Simone. He is very energetic and knowledgeable, speaks English fluently. He gave that extra bit which really elevates service. I would confident recommend him to my close friends,

Excellent day with Simone! - Simone was a delightful and wonderful guide/driver. He is organized, helpful, and did everything possible to make our day perfect.

Highly recommend this day trip with Simone. - What a wonderful day trip we had to all the gorgeous sights in Tivoli, with Simone! He was fun, interesting and a very gracious guide who showed us the beauty there. We loved Hadrians Villa and Villa d este. We especially loved Simone. He had such a charming way about him.

Great family trip with Scoot around Rome - We had a blast travel experience with Scoot around Rome, Simone is a great, well experienced and knowledgeable travel planner, he not only helped us to arrange our trip details, also a driver and tour guide to us, this was our first family trip with two teenagers in Italy, with Simone’s help, we were able to see the beautiful scenery and many historical sites, the trip is magic, will definitely come back with Simone other trips! Highly recommended!

Simone and Scoot Around Rome is the Way to Go - Simone made this day beyond expectations! It was awesome and one of the greatest days seeing two UNESCO sites. He is a fantastic driver and explains history well. He responds quickly to reach him and made the day seamless from pickup to drop off. His lunch recommendations are spot on. It was a day chock full of amazing things to see and with Simone the day was calm. He gave us plenty of time at each site and we just contacted him when we were done. We will definitely do his other tours and recommend him highly. He made this tour a highlight of our trip and a great memory.

A Perfect Day in Tivoli - This private tour with Simone ended up being one of the standout days of our family trip to Italy. From the beginning, he came across as warm, personable, and very knowledgeable. He picked us up directly from our Airbnb which made logistics simple and helped us feel relaxed right away. The car was spotless and comfortable, the air conditioning worked well as the day heated up and he even brought along a small pocket Wi‑Fi so we could stay connected and reach him easily! We started early at Hadrian’s Villa and were among the first people through the gate. Having the site so quiet and uncrowded made it feel almost surreal. Simone showed up with a local pastry called maritozzo for breakfast, plus cold drinks in the car, which felt like an extra little treat rather than something standard. As we walked, he mixed history, anecdotes, and local insight in a way that kept all of us engaged and he answered every question with patience. The pacing of the day was excellent. We never felt rushed, and he gave us plenty of time to wander both Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este on our own when we wanted. At one point he brought us to a beautiful viewpoint by a waterfall that was perfect for family photos. When we mentioned lunch, he quickly arranged a last‑minute reservation at Ristorante Sibilla. We ended up with a table on the terrace overlooking the Sibilla ruins, and the whole meal felt like something we never would have pulled off on our own. In the afternoon we strolled through the gardens and fountains at Villa d’Este (again, without feeling pressed for time). Simone was clear about meeting points and timing throughout the day, so there was never any stress about where to go next. What stood out most was how much effort he put into the small details. He seemed to anticipate what we might need before we even asked and did it all with genuine kindness. We left with great memories and agreed that booking with Scoot Rome Tours, and specifically with Simone, was one of the best choices of our trip. If you want a guide who combines local expertise with thoughtful, attentive service, ask for Simone. Our only regret is that we did not have another day in Rome to spend touring with him!!

Interesting day trip with a personal touch - If you want to see all of Villa Adriana and Villa d'Este at your own pace, instead of being rushed around and only seeing highlights on a coach trip, book with Simone. He was very welcoming, never rushed us, and even surprised us with local pastries. This trip has a personal touch, and both villas are worth seeing.

A perfect day in Tivoli - I was returning to Tivoli for the first time in 40 years, with a friend who had never been there. Having Simone as our personal driver made the experience even more special. He picked us up at our hotel and entertained us with stories of Rome and its history as we left the city - a welcome break from the museums, churches and urban bustle. We spent a leisurely day at our own pace, visiting both breathtaking sites, with a break for lunch at a gluten free restaurant Simone found for us. If you come to Rome, take a day to visit Villa Adriana and Villa D'Este - and be sure to book Simone to take you there!

Leave the driving to Simone for a stree-free experience - Simone made our trip to Tivoli a delightful, stress-free day. His knowledge of Rome and Tivoli really enhanced our experience. He gave us clear instructions as to our meeting places at each location, made lunch reservations for us at a terrific family-run trattoria near Villa d’Este, and pointed out interesting features of the surrounding area as we drove along. All this, and we never felt rushed. He is cheerful and warm, a genuine delight to be with. We couldn’t have asked for a better service.

A great day in Tivoli!! - Firstly, Simone was AMAZING!! He was our driver. He was friendly and thoughtful and told us so much about Rome, Tivoli, and the surrounding areas of these two beautiful places in Italy. Hadrian’s Villa was so very interesting! The audio guide explained so much of what we were looking at. This UNESCO site is certainly being managed properly! Kudos to them. As for Vila d’este…this was a total disappointment nowhere did they give us the option to visit on a different day due to fountain closure. The church and villa are okay but one travels out THAT FAR from Rome to see the fountains in person and working. When we arrived we were informed the fountains have been closed for renovation and would be reopening in 3-days. In deciding to continue forward with our tour I didn’t see the fountains opening in 3 days. The place appeared to be mismanaged and unkept for renovations that would take years to repair and rejuvenate. This UNESCO site perhaps needs new leadership. Simone still made this a great day!! I would still take this tour again and again and again!!