Tivoli Day Tour from Rome : Hadrian’s Villa and Villa D’Este
Rome, Italy
Tivoli Day Tour from Rome : Hadrian’s Villa and Villa D’Este
Recommended by 90% of travelers
Rome, Italy
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
Overview
Travel in the footsteps of Roman emperors, cardinals, and popes who would flee the hustle and bustle of Rome for hilltop Tivoli. This guided day trip takes you back in time in Tivoli, exploring the archeological remains of 2nd-century Hadrian's Villa, with its lavish temples, sculptures, and theaters. After the lunch break, stroll around the lush gardens of the Renaissance-era Villa d'Este, marveling at the famed Fountain of Neptune.
- Guided day trip from Rome to Tivoli
- Stroll around Hadrian's Villa, filled with statues, pillars, and temples
- Marvel at the lush gardens of the Villa d'Este and learn about Renaissance-era life here
- Indulge in a hearty lunch at a local restaurant
- Ride from Rome to Tivoli in a comfortable air-conditioned bus
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Itinerary
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 210 reviews
Maria_S, May 2025
We were there waiting and nobody apears, no answer phone, agency close, I lost a day of my vacations and I can´t contact with nobody and I went by train and pay for it
Elizabeth_G, Mar 2025
This tour was cancelled withers short notice. Very disappointing to have traveled such a long way to be let down at the very last minute
Susan_G, Dec 2024
Lovely day outside of Rome. The real highlight was the Villa d’Este; photos do not adequately represent the beauty and expansiveness of the gardens. Highly recommend. Lunch was generous and delicious as well.
Jeffery_L, May 2024
The villa is absolutely worthy to visit. However, the tour guy did not add much value to the trip and the whole tour was not very well organized.
ELIZABETH_P, Jan 2024
Guide was relatively knowledgeable, though very causal. Bus trip was about 45 min and was fine. Hadrian's Villa was the first stop. We bypassed the ticket kiosk and the orientation maps, which would have been helpful. I picked one up at the end. The Villa is expansive and we walked all around. All of the important sites - the Maritime Theater and the Canopus were spectacular. The ancient ruins reminded me of our tours at Mesa Verde in southern Colorado. Second stop was lunch in Tivoli. The restaurant was a local place. Food was fine and there was plenty of it. We filled up on the first course before the pasta came. Good thing we had walked a lot! The third stop was the Villa D'Este. The villa itself is a wonderful example of the architecture of the time. The real star is the gardens. We spent plenty of time there and could have happily stayed longer. Ride back to Rome was uneventful. Arrived a little later than anticipated, but worth the time.
Jonathan_D, Sep 2023
It was great to spend a day outside of Rome. Both Hadrian’s villa and villa d’este were fun to visit. Glad we had a guide to explain the history of the locations. We really enjoyed the lunch as well.
Steve_R, Sep 2023
Nice break from the city. Was about a 40 minute ride. When to two sites with lunch in between. The Villa d’este was our favorite and a great way to end the tour. Walk the entire garden or you’ll miss so much beauty. Waterfalls, beautiful trees, etc. Lunch was very good, family style and plenty to go around.
Wear good shoes, lots of walking and steps. Some of the older or out of shape people had a hard time keeping up in a few spots.
Alex_R, Jun 2023
Ok. Going to these places was AMAZING. But I would say you should just go by yourself or pick another tour. I usually do not write bad reviews but this tour was not the best for the price they ask. The lunch they gave us at a restaurant was the worst Italian food me or my family has ever had and had no flavor. Also, the tour guide (no rude intentions) was hard to hear as his English was not the best. Again— I am not trying to dismiss this tour. Just try to find a better experience for your money
anitavoltz, May 2023
Fabulous, history-filled tour!!! Maria Teresa was and incredible guide and is a Tivoli local with ancestors going back several generations and a qualified historian and archaeologist (such a bonus)…. And it was obvious how passionate she is about making sure everyone understood the importance and significance of what we are seeing…. Can’t say enough - and this was my second time taking the tour!!!!
Tamara_R, May 2023
This is a wonderful day trip from Rome taking you out of the bustling city into the country and these beautiful villas. Hadrian's Villa has such history and views. Villa d'Este has beautiful gardens. We had a traditional lunch in a quaint restaurant with great food and wine. Our guide, Pamela and our driver, Luciano did an amazing job. Highly recommended.
Ryan_C, May 2023
These are great sites to visit and worth seeing, we enjoyed the tour because it was great to see these places which we couldn’t do any way other than taking the tour. This was a large group tour and we met the guide at Hadrian’s Villa. He was a very good guide. Everyone thought that we would have lunch between the sites, but because the same guide led us at both sites, we ended up having lunch afterwards. The only problem with this tour is with the lunch. We really should have had lunch between visiting the two sites. Also the restaurant itself was just so-so and was kind of out of the way. We also spent way too long at the restaurant.
Richard_R, May 2023
We have been in Rome multiple times but we have never taken this day trip. It was really enjoyable! Hadrian’s Villa is a 2000 year old ruin with great archeological vistas for picture taking. Fascinating. Villa d’Este is a terrific balance of Renaissance architecture and beauty. They deliberately stage this tour for a quick walk through the Villa. That is because the gardens are where you will want to spend your time. They are huge and magnificent! It is a UNESCO site and the world’s best example of a Renaissance Garden. Beware walking is pretty extensive and there are a lot of stairs. One member of our group waited up in the exterior patio overlooking the gardens while we toured - that was an option they accommodated. Lunch in Tivoli was very enjoyable and very filling. It included wine. The price of the tour was very reasonable for everything included! Our tour guide was very experienced, knowledgeable and personable. Please remember to tip your guide and driver- this is their living.
Lisa_R, Apr 2023
Very enjoyable day, tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. It was a long day which could be made shorter by reducing the time spent at lunch, it was not required. Lots of walking and stairs, reasonable level of fitness required
rania_s, Apr 2023
Was a perfect day and spring is so beautiful in these villas. Guide Carolina was amazing. Lunch was good and drivers very nice.
Nicholas_L, Apr 2023
This was a nice day trip escape from the business of Rome. Hadrian's villa is a huge complex of ruins that are very interesting and not so crowded. Then the Villa D'Este was delightful with not many people. The gardens with all the fountains were stunning. After visiting the villa, make sure to visit the Capitoline museum to appreciate the beautiful statues and artworks that used to be there.
Denis_F, Apr 2023
Carolina was an excellent guide. Great insight into the history of the areas we visited and of Rome as well
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dana_m, Apr 2023
Our guide was so knowledgeable and made the garden and the purpose of its creator come alive. The gardens are beautiful but its history is even more fascinating. Go!! It was a grand day!
Claudia_C, Apr 2023
A lot of knowledge. It was very interest.
The restaurant for the lunch, too small. There were others much bigger and prettier
Kevin_H, Mar 2023
The tour guide, Carolina was so knowledgeable and interesting to interact with. The pace of the tour was great and the luncheon was awesome. The other guests were great too.
Stephanie_B, Mar 2023
This trip gave us a nice, quiet break from the bustle of Rome. We saw two villas, one ancient and one medieval, and had a delicious lunch. Our tour guide, Diana was lovely and knowledgable!
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Rchard_S, Mar 2023
This was a wonderful trip. There is a fair amount of walking and stairs. Tour guide Diana was great. I highly recommend this tour.
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Daniel_B, Feb 2023
Terrific guide (Diana) and a lovely trip contrasting a sumptuous renaissance villa and the ruined largest Roman one. Highly recommended day trip, only 30-40 minutes from Rome.
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Angela_M, Jan 2023
Carolina was very knowledgeable! She made the tours fun and engaging. She even kindly provided a slight modification in the route for a few of the guests. We definitely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
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Mexalina_A, Jan 2023
Our guide Diana was really great and really made Hadrian’s Villa come alive with the history she shared with the group. Ask for her if you want a great experience!
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Ali_H, Jan 2023
Lots of nature and water fountains. The guide (Diana) was kind and insightful explaining regarding the history of the villa's.
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patricia_b, Jan 2023
Breathtaking and beyond the imagination. Make sure you don't leave your camera on the bus during lunch - you might be able to get it before going in to tge Tivoli Gardens....not that a picture could possbly du it justice!
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patrick_c, Nov 2022
Alfredo was our guide..knowledge ...friendly and a pleasure to enjoy his company. History was amazing......fountains. Were a work of ancient art
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Amee_S, Nov 2022
Our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the historical perspective of each site. The group was fun, our luck I’m sure. Lunch was good. Not too far of a drive. Loved it!
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Thank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed the day with us with the Tivoli Day Trip from Rome with Lunch Including Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este.
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Cynthia_S, Nov 2022
Exquisite beauty of fountains and gardens at Villa D’Este-highlight of the tour. Very knowledgeable guide. Hadrians temple tour could be shorter-didn’t need 2hrs. Made for very long day
Response from Host, Nov 2022
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thanks for your positive review, as you are so interesting in fountains and green space, i will suggest you another tour " ninfa garden and sermoneta castle, another one day tour we have in our program.
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Laura_K, Nov 2022
Hadrian's villa and Villa d'Este exceeded our expectations. Fantastic sites worth seeing. The lynch stop was great fun and very filling!
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