--- title: Tivoli from Rome: Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este, Half Day Tour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 268 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.69 reviews: 45 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Small Group option, tickets rank_in_category: 50 of 77 (Day Trips from Rome) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-14 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/tivoli-from-rome-hadrian-s-villa-and-villa-d-este-half-day-tour/ --- # Tivoli from Rome: Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este, Half Day Tour **Guidekin's take:** Both villas in a half day with hotel pickup, a professional guide for the whole visit and the entrance tickets already in the price, as a small group or privately. Transport, pickup, guide and both tickets are included at €268 per person, tips are not. Pickup only inside the Aurelian Walls, and moderate fitness needed for the terraces. ## Overview Escape the hustle of Rome and step into a world of ancient luxury and Renaissance splendor on this unforgettable Tivoli day trip. Travel in comfort to the peaceful town favored by wealthy Romans and explore Villa Adriana, Emperor Hadrian’s breathtaking 2nd century villa, with its grand gardens, pools, and stunning architecture. Then be enchanted by Villa d’Este, a Renaissance jewel overflowing with majestic fountains, cascading waterfalls, and perfectly designed Italian gardens. Both villas are UNESCO World Heritage sites, brimming with history, elegance, and stories of Roman scandals and intrigue. Let your expert guide bring the past to life and discover the serene beauty that captivated emperors and nobles alike just minutes from Rome. Don’t miss this magical journey into Italy’s most treasured heritage!. ## Key facts - Price: from €268 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.69/5 from 45 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Welcome Italy - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour Option | €268 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, French, Italian | Shared Tour Small Group Option: Maximum 12 people on the tour Minivan: Car or Minivan max 6 people Pickup included | | Private Tour Option | €368 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish, French, Italian | Private Tour Option: Personalized service just for you Duration: 5 hours: - The time also includes the journey from Rome to Tivoli and vice versa. - the guided tour lasts about 3.30 Minivan: Car or Minivan max 6... | ## What's included - Free Pick-up and drop-off to the Hotels, Appartments, Bed&breakfast, accomodations - Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan - 3-hour tour with a Professional Tour Guide - Entrance tickets to Villa Adriana and Villa D'este ## Not included - Tips ## Itinerary 1. **Tivoli** (pass by, no stop) - Your professional guide will take you on a wonderful journey through time 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... 2. **Villa Adriana** (1h 30m; admission included) - , the most beautiful Imperial villa, designed and built by Emperor Hadrian who did not like the Palatine palace in Rome, so during the last years of his reign he ruled the empire from Tivoli. Truly no emperor appreciated the palace created by his predecessors so much, but... 3. **Villa d'Este is one of the most notable and refined examples of Renaissance c...** (1h 30m; admission included) - Villa d'Este is one of the most notable and refined examples of Renaissance culture. By virtue of its innovative project and the creativity of the architectural components of the park (fountains, ornamental basins, etc.), it represents a unique example of a sixteenth-century... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Provide the Correct address of your accommodation , hotel, B&B - Pickup only in the city center inside the Aurelian Walls - Provide the correct phone number with international country code - One day before please call to confirm the pick up - check that you provide all the details to the agency - Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan - Emergency number also operational via whatsapp ## How it compares in Day Trips from Rome Ranked **#50 of 77** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). 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