Rome: Tivoli Day Trip with Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana

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Rome: Tivoli Day Trip with Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana

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Explore the Roman and Renaissance summer retreat of Tivoli on this day trip from Rome. Step back in time to the Roman Empire at the gardens of the Villa d'Este and the Villa Adriana ruins.

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Highlights

Discover the summer retreats of Roman and Renaissance nobles on a guided tour
Explore Emperor Hadrian's 'ideal city' at the spectacular Villa Adriana
Admire the spectacular water features of the Renaissance-style Villa d'Este
Stroll past tranquil grottoes and nymphs of a traditional Italian Garden
Benefit from convenient return transportation from your hotel or central Rome

Description

Discover the glorious villas of Tivoli that date back to the times of the Romans and the Renaissance on a half-day trip from Rome. Choose from a tour with or without hotel pickup and ride in an air-conditioned bus. Benefit from pickup from your hotel or a meeting point in Rome by air-conditioned bus. Discover a splendid natural environment on the scenic drive. Then, make your way to the remarkable architectural complex of the Villa Adriana. Explore this villa that was built in the 2nd century AD by the Emperor Hadrian. Marvel at its different architectural styles, with influences from Egypt, Rome, and Athens. Learn how it was designed as an 'ideal city,' and explore some of its symbols. Head to the Renaissance-style Villa d’Este to uncover its spectacular terraced garden. Enjoy the beauty of its cascades, water tanks, and fountains. Admire a masterpiece of Italian landscape gardening. Stroll through its numerous nymphs, grottoes, and fountains that were inspired by the Gardens of Babylon. Return to your meeting point in Rome by bus at the end of your tour.