Tivoli: Hadrian's Villa and Villa d'Este, Semi-Private Tour

The tour starts from your hotel, a comfortable minivan will take you to this wonderful historic city located east of Rome, immersed in the splendid Tiburtini hills. Tivoli enjoys a cooler climate than Rome thanks to its position as well as the richness of its waters, thus becoming a privileged location since ancient times as a summer residence for wealthy Romans. Upon arrival you will visit Hadrian's Villa, the most beautiful imperial villa, designed and built by Emperor Hadrian at the beginning of the 2nd century AD. in a unique setting of gardens and swimming pools. Then you will continue with Villa 'Este, a charming villa with rich Renaissance fountains, water features, waterfalls and an incomparable Italian garden. The two villas are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Your guide will tell you stories about the construction of these impressive buildings and the scandals that accompanied the famous Roman families of the time.