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Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana from Rome: Private Tour with Skip-The-Line Tickets
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Tivoli
Explore the stunning art and history of Villa D’Este and Villa Adriana on a private tour from Rome. Skip the lines and enjoy the beauty of the fountains and ancient streets of Tivoli. Lunch at a typical Italian restaurant is included.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Villa d’Este - Villa d’Este (Skip-The-Line Tickets Included), a masterpiece of the Italian Garden, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Known for its remarkable array of fountains, nymphs, grottoes, water features, and music, it has served as a model for European gardens in the mannerist and baroque styles. Stroll through the Villa with your private local guide (if the guide option is booked), explore the gardens, and take photos in front of Bernini-designed fountains while learning about the Cardinal and his opulent lifestyle in the Villa. Villa d’Este is renowned more for its gardens than the building itself. This iconic Italian-style garden, often imitated, is filled with the sounds of numerous fountains that inspired the Romantic composer Franz Liszt to create a piano suite called “Fountains of the Villa d’Este.”
- Tivoli - The walk takes you through the old medieval center, overlooked by turret-houses, leading to the impressive Temples of Acopoli, situated on a rock offering a stunning view of Villa Gregoriana Gardens.
- Tempio della Sibilla - For lunch (at your own expense), we highly recommend a remarkable location steeped in history. Notable figures such as King Frederick William III of Prussia, Prince Jerome Napoleon, Gabriele D’Annunzio, and Pietro Mascagni have dined here. In more recent times, Secretaries of State and Vice-Presidents of the USA, Emperor Hirohito of Japan, Princess Margaret of England, singer Yoko Ono, and astronaut Neil Armstrong have also chosen this restaurant.
- Villa Adriana - Hadrian’s Villa at Tivoli (Skip-The-Line Tickets Included) is another Italian UNESCO World Heritage Site. Commissioned by Emperor Hadrian, the Villa is a monumental complex that still showcases the grandeur and immense power of Ancient Rome. The magnificent Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana), once the holiday retreat of Emperor Hadrian, was constructed in the 2nd century AD. It resembles a small village more than a modern-day home. Hadrian’s Villa comprised over 30 buildings, spanning at least 1 square kilometer (approximately 250 acres), much of which remains unexcavated. The Villa was the most significant Roman example of an Alexandrian garden, recreating a sacred landscape. The complex included palaces, several baths, theaters, temples, libraries, staterooms, and quarters for courtiers, praetorians, and slaves.
What's Included
- Expert Local TourGuide in 2H Villa D’Este and 2H Villa Adriana
- Villa D’Este SkipTheLine Entrance Tickets
- Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
- Villa Adriana SkipTheLine Entrance Tickets
What's Not Included
- Tipping is not included in our service fees, it is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
- Lunch, Food and Drinks
Additional Information
This exclusive tour lets you experience the grandeur of Villa D’Este, Villa Adriana and the town of Tivoli, all steeped in art and history. An experienced, English-speaking driver with a private vehicle will be at your disposal, exclusive to you, your family or your group at your residence. Your journey begins with a visit to Villa D’Este, renowned for its spectacular fountains. You will then be given the opportunity to explore Tivoli and its intriguing, age-old narrow paths. Post exploration, you will have the chance to enjoy a meal at a traditional Italian eatery. Villa Adriana, an opulent villa constructed almost two millennia ago by Emperor Adriano will be the final stop on your tour. Post visiting Villa Adriana, you will be transported directly back to your place of stay. Tickets for the Skip-The-Line access are included.
- Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
- Professional English-speaking Driver gives basic general commentaries from the vehicle. He can’t leave the car to walk around with you
- PRIVATE-TOURGUIDE INCLUDED Option: This is a private Tour. Only your group will participate and it can be modified and/or customized (if requested at booking time). This Tour option includes Driver and vehicle Full-Time, Dedicated Tour Guide 2 Hours in Villa D’este and 2 Hours in Villa Adriana and SkipTheLine Tickets
- LIGHT-NO TOURGUIDE Option: Solution with a lower price dedicated to travelers sharing the vehicle with a small group (up to 8 people per vehicle). Not customizable. This Tour option includes only Driver and vehicle full time and Villa D’Este and Villa Adriana SkipTheLine Tickets
- One Infant seat available on request
Location
Villa d'Este
Piazza Trento 5
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Diego_b
Apr 13, 2024
A wonderful experience back in time ! - Fantastic experience in both places , strongly recommended !!!
Also the driver was excellent as well as the comfortable car !
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Rod_h
Oct 22, 2023
Five Star Experience - Villa d’Este is fabulous. The beginning of the tour is all about the frescoes and while interesting, we couldn’t wait to get to the gardens. The fountains are spectacular and blew us away. We had a great lunch afterwards at Sabilla in Tivoli which we highly recommend. Villa Adriana is massive and it’s hard to see the entire estate in one visit, so be prepared to cover a lot of ground! Our driver Paulo was fantastic and interesting, and also had tons of knowledge and really made the day a five star event.
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