Private Half-Day Tour: Explore UNESCO's Hadrian Villa & Villa d'Este from Rome

Embark on a private half-day tour from Rome to explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Discover the ancient Roman complex of Hadrian’s Villa and immerse yourself in the romantic Renaissance gardens and fountains of Villa d’Este.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Villa Adriana - You will meet the driver at your accomodation. After boarding in a confortable air-conditioned Mercedes minivan, you start travelling to Tivoli. After approximately 45 minutes, you meet a local licensed guide, who will take you into the Hadrian’s Villa, built by the request of the Emperor Hadrian, the Villa is a monumental living complex that even today continues to display the lavishness and enormous power of Ancient Rome.
  • Villa d’Este - After visiting Hadrian Villa, the guide will take you to explore another popular touristic attraction near Rome: Villa D’este; this is one of the most romantic place you can visit while in Rome. Strolling in its fresh alleys, admiring the amazing fountains and the beautiful views over the valley, loosing yourself in the lost in time atmosphere will be one of the most enchanting memories of your Italian experiences. After this great experience , the driver will take you back to your accomodation in Rome.
What's Included
  • Local licensed guide provided
  • Exclusive access to Villa d’Este
  • Entry to Hadrian’s Villa included
  • Fluent English-speaking driver
  • Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned Mercedes sedan or minivan
What's Not Included
  • food and beverage
  • gratuites
Additional Information

Embark on a journey to explore two renowned UNESCO World Heritage sites - Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este (known as Villa Adriana in Italian). Hadrian’s Villa isn’t your ordinary structure, rather it’s an exquisite 2nd-century AD masterpiece erected by the Roman Emperor Hadrian that beautifully fuses the architectural expressions of Egypt, Greece, and Rome into one ‘ideal city’. Under the guidance of a local expert, you’ll be transported back to this spectacular period of Roman antiquity.

Alternatively, immerse yourself in the romanticism of the Renaissance period at the Villa d’Este, acclaimed for its ostentatious 16th-century gardens and water fountains. This journey to the past will enthral you, as you marvel at its renaissance gardens and water displays. You’ll find yourself enveloped in a mesmerising atmosphere as you soak up the wealth of information about the site shared by your knowledgeable guide. If you’re looking for an intimate tour experience, this would be the perfect choice.

  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Location
Villa Adriana
Cancellation Policy

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

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Nikki_m
Nov 28, 2022
Fantastic half day journey from Rome - My half day trip to Tivoli was fantastic! I can't believe I had never heard of this fantastic city before. It was an easy 30 min ride from central Rome into the beautiful countryside. My amazing guide, Alessia, even took me to a shop for fresh made olive oil before heading back to Rome! She made the history come to life and was such a joy to be with for the day and learn from her. Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este were both breathtaking!
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Mark_b
May 1, 2022
Enjoy the beauty of Tivoli Villas - Hadrian's Villa blew us away. It is larger than Pompeii and very well-preserved. The gardens at the Villa d'Este are truly amazing. Our private guide for both was highly knowledgeable and customized the tour for us. Our driver/guide from Rome was extremely accommodating, prompt and courteous. A fantastic and easy way to enjoy the beautiful Villas in Tivoli!
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496sueg
Jul 14, 2019
Amazing Tour of Ancient Ruins - If you have been to Rome before & have seen all the sights, this should be your next ‘excursion’. We had a private driver take us to Tivoli where we met our private guide...a Roman history schoolteacher who was filling in for a friend. She was sooo knowledgeable! It was HOT, but there was water along the way. The history of Hadrian (Adrian to the Italians) was mind-boggling!! Amazing how they could build what they did in only 20 years! The second part of the tour was nearby & much more lush & beautiful (see pics). Lunch was on our own. Tour guide had a few recommendations. Loved the one we chose (see my review). I liked that we had time for a leisurely lunch nearby before we met our driver for the trip back to our hotel.
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