Full Day Trip From Rome to Tivoli Villas with Lunch: Explore Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este
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260 Ratings
Roma
Embark on a full-day trip from Rome to Tivoli Villas and immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning architecture of Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the charming town of Tivoli and explore the beautiful formal gardens of Villa d’Este with an expert guide.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Villa Adriana - Your expert guide will regale you with the history of the extensive ruins which once served as the Emperor Hadrian’s country residence and then principal seat of power during his last years of reign. In the archaeological complex you will find temples, baths and barracks and the impressive Canopus and Serapeum.
  • Villa d’Este - Before seeing the Villa d’Este, you will savor a traditional lunch at one of Tivoli’s charming restaurants. Afterwards, once inside the stunning villa, you will be surrounded by amazing frescoes and architecture overlooking the many superb fountains of the manicured formal gardens which you will then explore with your guide.
What's Included
  • Headsets for clear audio guidance
  • Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Entrance tickets to Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este
  • Lunch included
  • Knowledgeable live guide
What's Not Included
  • Pick Up from hotel
Additional Information

Start your day with a visit to Hadrian’s Villa and explore the various architectural wonders of the emperor’s rural dwelling. Take in the sights of an engineered pool, cave, the Canopus and Serapeum, plus numerous other Greek and Egyptian inspired elements that contribute to the uniqueness of this venue. Following this, get a feel for the town of Tivoli as you take a relaxing lunch break. After lunch, embark on a journey to the cliff-edge Villa d’Este and soak in the panoramic views of the valley. Wander around the estate’s stunning landscaped gardens under the guidance of a professional tour guide who will introduce you to all the must-see spots.

Location
Via Cavour, 224
Via Cavour
Via Cavour 224
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(260 Ratings)
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Bengt_s
Apr 6, 2024
Just do this tour! You won’t regret it! - Nice and interesting tour from Rome to Tivoli! Hadrians villa was so impressing and so was Villa Este. Our guide made the whole historia come alive.
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Darren_m
Mar 29, 2024
Great time visiting 2 UNESCO sites - Two very interesting sites and it was the perfect mix. Love this day. Love we covered two UNESCO sites.
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Tkovaric
Mar 25, 2024
A worthwhile tour - Our guide was clear and spoke slowly, and quite knowledgeable. The lunch was mediocre. Would have liked more time at Villa Adriana and Villa d'Este, with less time at Tivoli.
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Fred_m
Mar 18, 2024
Emperor Hadrian’s House & Villa D’Este - getting closer to paradise - Everything was perfect, the guide Mr Giuseppe - was very assertive regarding information, facts and very attentive towards every particular visitor’s expectations/ aims. We could not find a better guide. He is simply the best. As for the lunch, The food was excellent - beyond the whichever expectation. Anyway, just one brief and positive / wishful remark : to my eye, each one of the visited sites : Hadrian’s House - as much the Villa d’Este deserves a COMPLETE day TOUR : I mean - one day at the Villa Adriana & one day at the Villa d’Este. Breathtaking places. Thanks a lot for the amazing experience congratulations
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Krista_p
Mar 14, 2024
Book this tour now! - Amazing experience to view both Villa Adriana and Villa D’este in one day! Giuseppe was an amazing guide and host, book this tour now!
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Jennifer_r
Mar 8, 2024
Hadrian's Villa and Villa D'este - Both Hadrian's villa and the Villa D'este were amazing! Lots to see, enjoy and learn at both places. So glad we went. Our guide, a local gentleman called Giuseppe, was very knowledgeable and a nice guy.
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Jamie_m
Feb 28, 2024
One of the best tours Tivoli - The fountains and the gardens were my absolute favorite!! Our guide Joseph (English translation) was very informative, he gave us plenty of opportunity to shop and walk around. He also gave us some really good places to shop!! This was my favorite tour so far!!! Lunch was filling the pork was delicious. A definite must go and experience!!! Thank you Mario for driving us there!
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334kathyh
Feb 26, 2024
Wonderful experience! - We really enjoyed the 2 Villa's and the perspective of our guide who was local to the area. My friend has some mobility issues and they were very accommodating. Hadrien's Villa was very well preserved, considering most of the marble was taken and used to build the Villa d'Este which is magnificent.
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Johncs9706vi
Mar 22, 2024
A great trip outside of Rome - Overall, I thought the experience was extremely good. Both locations were very interesting and entertaining, and in my personal view could be viewed much longer than the tour would allow but if you’re only there for seven hours you can do so much the really only negative part about it is it seem to be a little Confusing at the start the pick up location is side of a wall and the person doing the intake. Was only there about 10 minutes before we were supposed to leave and didn’t continue on with us as we met the tour guide on site at the first location so I was a little confusing at firstat least for me. But the next time they do a trip it might be different. Overall I enjoyed the experience, and I would definitely like to go again.
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Megan_k
Mar 22, 2024
Food Poisoning - Bus: The bus showed up late making the first part of the tour feel a little rushed. Also note that there is not a tour guide on the bus providing information along the way. They will meet you at Hadrian's Villa. Also note that if you easily get car sick the trip is bumpy and windy so plan ahead. Hadrian's Villa: This portion of the tour was great. Our guide was knowledgeable and allowed for free time to explore after sharing all the facts about the site. Lunch: I would highly recommend against eating the lunch offered on this tour. I had the ravioli and pork and within a few hours was very sick with food poisoning. Luckily my husband ate the alternative options on the menu and did not get sick. However, another person on the tour and I had swapped numbers and a few hours after we arrived at our separate homes shared a text about how we were both sick and how we had both eaten the same thing on this menu. When this was brought to the tour companies attention I was very disappointed in how it was handled and I am not sure that anything was done to prevent this from happening at this restaurant again. So I warn you to be cautious about eating at the restaurant recommended by this tour company as there is a chance you will leave with food poisoning as I did. Villa d'este: This location was beautiful. However, none of the fountains were running the day we were there which was a huge disappointment. If it is expected to rain or has been raining for a few days leading up to your tour likely the fountains will be turned off. We had no idea this was the case or we may have opted out of this tour as walking around the Villa just isn't the same when all the fountains are turned off. Our tour guide was great and the trip would have been lovely had I not lost the whole next day sick in bed from the food that was served. I would highly recommend not including the lunch on this tour. Opt to find food on your own and do not eat where the tour guide takes you.
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