--- title: Tivoli, Hadrians Villa and Villa d'Este, a charming day trip from Rome lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 95 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.55 reviews: 69 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Shared tour with a guide rank_in_category: 61 of 75 (Day Trips from Rome) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/tivoli-hadrians-villa-and-villa-d-este-a-charming-day-trip-from-rome/ --- # Tivoli, Hadrians Villa and Villa d'Este, a charming day trip from Rome **Guidekin's take:** Both Tivoli villas with an expert guide and headsets, a quiet lunch break between them and an air conditioned ride from Rome, with a lunch inclusive option. Transport and guide are included at €95 per person, food, tips and hotel pickup are not, and the villa tickets are not listed, so check. Not wheelchair accessible. In our comparison: #61 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the hidden gems and learn about the alluring history of Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este on a 6-hour tour with an expert guide. Tour the archaeological remains of past temples, sculptures, and pools. See beautifully preserved artifacts and ruins at UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Villa, which was once the vacation spot of Emperor Hadrian. Enjoy a quiet and leisurely break for lunch, before the second stop on this Tivoli tour. Visit the elegant Renaissance Villa d’Este, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the grounds and admire the extravagant gardens and fountains. See Bernini’s illustrious Fountain of Neptune. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet us at the exit of Castro… - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €85: ages 6 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €95 per person for the Tivoli in English Language option; other options up to €120 - Duration: 6h - Rating: 4.55/5 from 69 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Tours About - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Italian - Start times: 09:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.55 from 69 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 62 of 69. - 5 stars: 49 (71%) - 4 stars: 13 (19%) - 3 stars: 5 (7%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and Villa d'Este's gardens; some find the optional lunch disappointing. **Praised:** - Guides explain the villas' history with knowledge and enthusiasm - Friendly, helpful guides who look after the group - Villa d'Este's gardens and fountains are frequent highlights - Convenient way to visit both villas from Rome **Complaints:** - Some find the visits rushed, while others describe a comfortable pace - Some find the optional lunch disappointing, while others enjoy the food - Extensive walking, stairs and hills can be difficult for visitors with limited mobility - Some want more context on Hadrian, while others praise the historical explanations Written by Guidekin from the 51 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2018-03-28 to 2026-09-24); last checked 2026-10-03. ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Tivoli in English Language | €95 / person | English | - | | Tivoli with lunch - English | €120 / person | English | Lunch | ## What's included - Headsets to hear the guide clearly - Air-conditioned vehicle - Tour Guide ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Villa Adriana** (1h) - This enchanting day trip from Rome begins with a 40-minute bus ride to Hadrian’s Villa. The vastness of Hadrian’s estate is a sight that will surely impress. The Emperor chose to build his residence outside the city in a place rich in water, in order to build the famous... 2. **Villa d'Este** (1h; admission included) - We will leave the alluring ruins of the 2nd century A.D. far behind as we travel on to the 14th century to our second destination, Villa d’Este - one of the most beautiful Renaissance villas in Italy. This splendid palace, with its extraordinary gardens filled with hundreds... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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. ## Meeting point Please meet us at the exit of Castro Pretorio Metro Station (Line B). Our representative will be there holding a flag that says 'Enjoy Rome.' Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ7XFsvQphLxMRv2S4lVijkwE Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Please wear comfortable shoes as there is a bit of walking - This tour is not wheelchair accessible. But if you or any member of your party has difficulty with mobility (uses crutches or a wheelchair, etc). please contact us in advance. Private tours are available to meet these needs, upon request. - Indivuals with Disabilities MUST NOTE it on their booking. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Rome | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #61 of 75** | €95 | 6h | 4.55 (69) | shared | | [Premium Minivan Trip from Rome: Pompeii Tour & Lunch in Sorrento](/italy/rome/tours/premium-minivan-trip-from-rome-pompeii-tour-lunch-in-sorrento/?format=md) | €169 | 11h | 4.97 (402) | shared | | [Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Private Day Trip from Rome](/italy/rome/tours/pompeii-and-amalfi-coast-private-day-trip-from-rome/?format=md) | €550 | 12h | 4.98 (247) | private | | [Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio Full Day Private Tour from Rome](/italy/rome/tours/orvieto-and-civita-di-bagnoregio-full-day-private-tour-from-rome/?format=md) | €363 | 8h | 4.99 (163) | private | Ranked #61 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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