Tour to Tivoli, villa d’Este, half day from Rome
Rome, Italy
Overview
A small journey into history about 30 km from Rome that will take you to discover wonderful villas in the enchanting city of Tivoli. Before arriving in the city we will find Villa Adriana the largest, the archaeological villa of Emperor Hadrian, testimony to the extraordinary level of Roman architecture. In the city you will be enchanted by the spectacular Villa d'Este, famous for its artistic wonders and, in particular for the numerous water games that transport visitors to a world of past eras. The splendid scenery that this suggestive area offers has been a favorite destination for poets, painters and wealthy aristocrats who have reached it as a stop on the famous "Grand tour" since the 19th century, a fascinating journey through archeology, history, places of worship and naturalistic landscapes in Tivoli that you don't expect; cultivated by the love of its citizens and appreciated over the centuries by tourists and lovers of natural beauty. Both villas are Unesco heritage
What's Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
WiFi on board
English-Spanish speaking driver
Tickets to visit Villa d'Este
Pick up and return to the hotel
Tourist guide to visit the villa (available on request)
Lunch and alcoholic beverages
The visit on Monday morning, the Villa d'Este opens at 14.00
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
8.00 Departure from your accommodation from Rome with a luxury car and with our English-Spanish speaking driver to Tivoli. The ancient Latin city named Tibur, boasts an origin and a millenary history much more archaic than Rome (1215 BC) as evidenced by the Sanctuary of Ercole Vincitore, a sacred structure dating back to the 2nd century BC Currently the image of this city is linked to its three magnificent villas that decorate it everywhere: Villa Adriana, Villa d'Este and the Villa Gregoriana landscape, a splendid and fascinating natural park in the countryside, where it is possible to enjoy a delicious lunch ( not included) in a historic and typical restaurant of the place.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Villa d'Este was built during the Renaissance in the sixteenth century, it is a true masterpiece of the Italian garden, immense and extraordinary in the landscape, artistic and historical context of the city of Tivoli, with numerous fountains, caves, nymphaeums, water features and music plumbing that leaves its visitors speechless, the territory is full of ravines, caves and waterfalls. These imposing buildings and terraces above the terraces make us think of one of the wonders of the ancient world, the "Gardens of Babylon" while the water supply, with an aqueduct and a tunnel under the city, recalls the engineering wisdom of the ancient Romans.
Villa D'Este is closed every Monday morning and opens at 14.00
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Animals must have their own carrier
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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