TIVOLI TOURS

Step back in time and visit the ruins of Emperor Hadrian's lavish retreat. The emperor made it his official residence in around 128 AD and governed Rome from here, on the outskirts of the city. With pools, steam baths, fountains, and gardens, the Villa Adriana is said to combine elements of the architectural heritage of Egypt, Greece, and Rome, making it the form of an 'ideal city.' Encircled by an immense park, this collection of classical buildings spans over 80 hectares and has, apart from its ancient Roman ruins, spas and houses from the 1700s. A key highlight during your visit includes the Teatro Marittimo, an artificial island that was a private residence of the emperor. You'll also see Canopo, an enormous rectangular pool encircled by sculptures, and the tomb - or perhaps temple - believed to have been built by Hadrian in honor of his lover Antinous, after he drowned in Egypt.

There's plenty to explore in Italy outside Rome, The Eternal City. One such example is Tivoli, an hour east of the capital. This hilltop town was once the summer retreat for ancient Romans and the Renaissance rich. Today it is known for its 16th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Villa d'Este. Exploring this lavish Renaissance retreat is simply a treat for the eyes. Expect landscaped gardens, lavish fountains, statues, and grottoes that will take your breath away. Built for Ippolito d'Este, the 16th-century cardinal, and statesman, the Villa d'Este is awe-inspiring inside and out, and a much-copied model for European gardens. With your ticket, you can admire its impressive gardens, stroll along paths circled enveloped by statues, and listen to the tinkling of water from the fountains on its endless terraces. Inside the villa, see stunning wall-to-wall frescoes in lavish halls and rooms.

With this pass, get access to the top sites of Tivoli – Villa Adriana, Villa d’Este, and the Shrine of Hercules Victor. Hadrian's Villa With priority access, discover Emperor Hadrian's lavish retreat, Villa Adriana, where he governed Rome from the outskirts. It combines elements of Egypt, Greece, and Rome and features classical buildings, spas, and houses from the 1700s. Don't miss the Teatro Marittimo, the artificial island, the Canopo pool, and the tomb of Hadrian's lover Antinous. Villa d’Este Escape Rome's hustle-bustle to explore Tivoli's hidden gem, Villa d'Este. With stunning gardens, fountains, and grottoes, this UNESCO World Heritage site is a treat for the eyes. Built for Ippolito d'Este, it's a model for European gardens with endless terraces, paths encircled by statues, and wall-to-wall frescoes inside. Sanctuary of Hercules Victor Constructed in the 2nd century BC, this monument is a dedication to Hercules. It features a circular structure and well-preserved marble columns and is considered a significant example of Roman religious architecture.

Villa Gregoriana has something for everyone. Whether you are an art connoisseur who cannot get enough of paintings and intricate sculptures, a history buff who devours everything Roman, or simply someone who prefers the great outdoors with some peace and quiet, interest in this area was revived in 1832 when Pope Gregory XVI funded an incredible feat of hydraulic engineering to redirect a stream and create the second-highest waterfall in Italy. This waterfall is surrounded by lush green trails that will take you to the most iconic sites of the complex - including the exquisite painting collections curated by the pope himself and the ancient Roman acropolis. Get a taste of ancient Roman luxury at the houses of Horace and Manlius Vopiscus before heading to the temple of Vesta - the Roman goddess of the home and hearth.

Visit Villa Adriana in Tivoli without queueing up! Discover this immense park dotted with Roman ruins, the greatest Roman example of an Alexandrian garden.