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- Enjoy entry to Villa d'Este, located in Tivoli, an hour away from Rome.
- This 16th-century structure is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and something that you cannot miss visiting.
- Find here landscaped gardens, lavish fountains, statues, and grottoes that will take your breath away.
- Villa d'Este was built for Ippolito d'Este, the 16th-century cardinal, and statesman.
- Your ticket will allow you to explore this awe-inspiring building inside and out, a much-copied model for European gardens.
- 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.
Inclusions
- Entry ticket to Villa d'Este
Exclusions
- Transfers
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Tivoli Villae Pass to Villa Adriana, Villa d'Este & Shrine of Hercules Victor
- Enjoy a 3-day pass to Tivoli's must-visit attractions – Villa Adriana, Villa d'Este, and the Shrine of Hercules.
- Visit Villa Adriana with priority entry, Emperor Hadrian's 2nd-century estate, with ruins of spas, temples, an artificial cave at the site, and more.
- Marvel at the frescoed rooms of the grand UNESCO World Heritage Site, Villa d'Este. Explore terraces and well-maintained gardens.
- Admire the well-preserved Roman architecture of the 2nd-century Shrine of Hercules Victor.
Inclusions
- Single entry to Villa Adriana, Villa d’Este and Shrine of Hercules Victor
- Access to ongoing exhibitions
- Discount on events and activities on site
- Discount on bookshop services and audioguides
Exclusions
- Transfers between the 3 sites
- Tip: Wear comfortable shoes as 2 sites involve a lot of walking, particularly the sprawling ruins of Villa Adriana and the extensive gardens of Villa d'Este.
- The card lasts 3 days from the time of use at the first site.
- The card is personal and non-transferable.
- These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 31 December, 2023.
- These tickets are valid until 31 December, 2023.
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Villa d’Este Highlights
Villa
Entrance to Villa d'Este is through a doorway on Piazza Trento, adjacent to the Church of Santa-Maria Maggiore. The main building is divided into 2 floors wherein the top floor is the living quarters of the self-indulgent d’Este. The lower floor opens up to an unending series of halls, each with its own religious or historical theme.
Courtyard
Today, the courtyard stands at the same place as the cloister of the original convent upon which Villa d'Este is built. Its most striking feature is the fountain of Venus by Raffaelo Sangallo, showcasing a remarkable statue of the sleeping Venus. The fountain is straddled by Doric columns and topped with a marble bust of the Roman emperor Constantine.
Salon
The salon offers uninterrupted views of the billowing garden below. The vaulted ceiling displays a frieze and a wide array of frescoes that were designed in 1568 by Livio Agresti. The walls, once brightly colored in gold and green shades and marked with eagles, which are the emblem of the d’Este family, which are sadly completely bare today.
Antechamber
The antechamber is a small area that connects the salon with the Cardinal’s bedroom. It is decorated with numerous personifications of virtue, like several other rooms, and is supported with a vaulted ceiling and an ornamental frieze.
Museum Of The Book
Museum of the book is a renowned museum located in the garden area of Villa D Este Tivoli. Housed in two buildings, the museum has grown in prominence due to its success with the conservation and restoration of ancient books.
Hall Of Stories Of Solomon
Like many other halls in the villa, this room is painted with religious themes covering important moments from King Solomon’s life and was completed in 1565.
Hall Of Noah
The hall is covered in frescoes, the highlight of which is the scene of Noah arriving with his ark on Mount Ararat and making the pivotal agreement with God.
Hall Of Moses
The life of Moses takes center stage in this hall and features vibrant frescoes including the legendary scene of him bringing water to the people of Israel by striking a rock.
Hall Of Venus
Visitors can take in the sight of terracotta floors, statues of Religion and Peace, and an image of Venus accepting flowers from angels on the ceiling in the hall of Venus.
Hall Of Fountain
The spacious room boasts of a beautiful mosaic fountain and an alluring fresco showcasing a banquet of Gods, including Jupiter and the gods and goddesses of Olympus on the ceiling.
Hall Of Hercules
This room is dedicated to the heroism of Hercules, which is depicted through Girolamo Muziano’s paintings of his eight labors and his grand entrance into Mount Olympus.
Hall Of Nobility
Artist Federico Zuccari’s painting ‘Nobility on the throne between Liberality and Generosity’ graces the ceiling. Moreover, classical philosophers like Plato, Socrates, and Pythagoras are honored with paintings on the walls.
Hall Of Glory
Replete with Late Renaissance paintings, this room was decorated with allegorical depictions of the Four Seasons, Magnanimity, Religion, and the Allegory of Glory, which has since been lost.
Hall Of Hunt
True to its name, the hall of hunt showcases images of rural landscapes, hunting scenes, hunting trophies, etc., and was completed in the late 16th and early 17th Century.
Tiburtine Halls
The First Tiburtine Hall is decorated with stories of the Greek brothers who founded the city of Tibur (now Tivoli). The Second Tiburtine Hall is inspired by the folklore of the Tiburtine region.
Upper Garden
Undoubtedly, the most rewarding part of visiting Villa d'Este is the upper garden and its breath-taking structures like the Fountain of the Bicchierone, Loggetta of the Cardinal, Loggia of Pandora, Grotto of Diana, and the Grotto of Aegle and Aesculapius. Although the statue of Aegle now rests in the Louvre and Aesculapius in the Vatican Museum.
Lower Garden
The lower garden underwent a massive renovation at the start of the 17th century and replaced its pergolas and pavilion with the famous Rotonda of the Cypresses. Along with the rustic fountains, another unmissable feature is the Fountain of Diana of Ephesus and its innumerable breasts that spout jets of water.
Oval Fountain
This fountain depicting the Tiburtine mountains and important rivers of Tivoli is an architectural masterpiece. The oval stone basin from which the water flows resembles an overflowing glass of champagne.
Hundred Fountains
A spectacular achievement of its time, the hundred fountains feature close to 300 spouts of varying designs along with three different levels where water flows from the uppermost level in descending order.
Fountain Of Rometta
This visually stunning fountain is a miniature version of Rome replete with the statue of Rome Victorious, a boat with an obelisk mast, Apennine mountains, and a statue of Aniene, the river god.
Fountain Of The Dragons
Its masterful design contains a central fountain shooting water high in the air and four minuscule dragon sculptures at its foot, jetting spouts of water from their mouths.
Fountain Of The Owl
Its hallmark is engineer Luc Leclerc’s automaton creation that made the bronze birds (perched on olive branches) and the mechanical owl in the niche appear to sing a song together.
Fountain Of The Persephone
Created by Alberto Galvani, the central niche of the fountain enacted the scene of Persephone, goddess of fertility, being kidnapped by Pluto. However, only the statue of Pluto remains today.
Fountain Of The Organs
It is an exemplary fountain that produces sounds similar to the musical notes of an organ every 2 hours with only the movement of water. It is a must-see for visitors!
Fountain Of The Neptune
The idea for the cascading fountain came from Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the 1600s. Today, the imposing structure is supported by powerful water jets and three fish ponds.
Fountain Of The d’Este Eagle
It is a collection of rustic fountains and one of the few things in the lower garden left untouched during its massive overhaul in the 17th century.
Artworks
The alluring gardens captured the imagination of artists throughout the centuries and were reflected in the paintings of Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Pierre-Athanase Chauvin, etc.
Plan Your Visit To Villa d’Este
Timings
Getting There
Accessibility
- Timings:
Mondays: 2 PM - 5 PM
Tuesday to Sunday: 8.45 AM - 7:15 PM - Last Entry: 6:45 PM
- Closure Dates: 1 January, 25 December
Address: Piazza Trento, 5, 00019 Tivoli (RM), Italy
- By Bus: Bus Route: Cotral Roma-Tivoli
Nearest Bus Stop: Largo Nazioni Unite - By Train: Roma-Pescara Line
Nearest Train Station: Stazione Tivoli - By Car: Route: Autostrada A24, exit: Tivoli
Duration From Airport: 45.9 KM (Rome Ciampino Airport)
- Elevators from the street level to upper levels of the garden.
- A free-of-cost electric car with a driver is available upon reservation.
- Dogs are allowed with leashes.
- School visits are allowed with proper reservations.
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Q. Does Villa d’Este tickets allow me access inside the gardens?
A. Yes, the Villa d’Este ticket allows you to visit the gardens and all its various fountains at your own leisure.
Q. What is Villa d’Este famous for?
A. Villa d’Este is famous for its Renaissance gardens, frescoed paintings, and astounding fountains that were very much ahead of its time.
Q. What are the key highlights of Villa d’Este?
A. Some of the most spectacular features of Villa d’Este are the Oval Fountain, Upper Garden, Fountain of the Organ, Fountain of Neptune, etc.
Q. Does Villa d’Este have fountains?
A. Villa De Este features 51 mesmerizing fountains, 64 waterfalls, 364 water jets, 220 basins, and 398 spouts, all of which are powered by gravity.
Q. Is Villa d’Este historically important?
A. Villa D Este is a 16th century Renaissance palace of immense historical and cultural significance and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.
Q. Where is Villa d’Este located?
A. Villa d’Este is located at Piazza Trento, 5 in the town of Tivoli, around 30 kilometers from Rome.
Q. Is photography allowed inside Villa d’Este?
A. Visitors are allowed to take pictures, but care should be taken to avoid physical contact with the structures. Also, the use of tripods and flash is prohibited.
Q. Is Villa d’Este worth visiting?
A. Villa D Este is an exquisite example of Renaissance architecture, Mannerist paintings and features extensive landscaped gardens that resemble the Hanging Gardens of Babylon.