TIVOLI: DISCOVER THE BEAUTIES OF VILLA ADRIANA AND VILLA D’ESTE

Skip the line – Half day Tour

The tour starts from your hotel, a comfortable minivan will take you to this wonderful historic city located to the East of Rome, immersed in the beautiful Tiburtini hills. Tivoli has a cooler climate than Rome thanks to its position as well as for the richness of its water, thus becoming a location favored since ancient times as a summer residence for wealthy Romans. Upon arrival your guide will illustrate Villa Adriana, the most beautiful Imperial villa, designed and built by Emperor Hadrian at the beginning of the 2nd century AD in a unique setting of gardens and swimming pools. Then you will proceed with Villa D’Este, charming villa with rich Renaissance fountains, water features, waterfalls and incomparable Italian garden. The two villas are on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Your guide will take you on a journey back to Rome and will tell you stories about the construction of these impressive buildings and scandals that accompanied the famous Roman families of that time. A unique occasion to known one of the most appreciated, peaceful and historical area at the roman time, very close to the chaotic capital of the roman empire.

Highlights:
– See the archaeological site of Villa Adriana and discover more about the history of Rome. 
– Explore Villa d’Este and learn interesting facts of Renaissance architecture. 
– Travel back in history, as you walk through the historic town of Tivoli. 
– 3 hours professional local guide 
– Small group tour up to 6 people per minivan/12 people per guide

Departure days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Tour starts : 10.00 am from the hotel
Pick-up: 9.00 – 9.30 am
Season validity: all season
Duration: The tour lasts 5 hours including the return trip.

Included:
– 3 hours tour with a professional guide
– Pick-up and drop off at hotel (inside Aurelian Walls)
– Villas admission tickets
– Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan

Not included:
– Gratuities