Villa D Este Tickets, Rome
Villa D'Este Tickets highlights
Visit Villa d’Este in Tivoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning 16th-century gardens and over 500 fountains, designed by Pirro Ligorio for Cardinal Ippolito II d’Este.
Be captivated by over 500 stunning fountains, including the iconic Fontana dell’Ovato, a marvel of hydraulic engineering that transforms water into a visual treat.
See how Villa d’Este, a revolutionary example of Renaissance garden design, set a new benchmark for European landscapes and continues to inspire garden aesthetics worldwide.
Explore Villa d’Este's private apartment with its frescoed chapel and library, seamlessly connecting to Pirro Ligorio’s grand triumphal arch on the garden facade.
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- If cancellation are made 1 days before the date of travel then 0.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation are made 0 days to 1 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.
Villa D'Este Tickets overview
Activity Location: 5, Piazza Trento, 00019, Tivoli
Activity Duration: 7 Hours
Activity Timings:
- Monday: 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
- Tuesday - Sunday: 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM
About Villa D Este:
Book the Villa D' Este Tickets for an enchanting tour of this Renaissance estate renowned for its beautiful fountains, frescos, and lush green gardens. Due to its landscape splendor and enchanting beauty, it has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cardinal Ippolito II d'Este commissioned the villa after failing to become the next Pope to stimulate imagination and encourage exploration. The whole complex spans four hectares and includes a garden adorned with hedge-lined avenues, a residential palace, and around a hundred fountains. With the villa d'este tivoli tickets, you'll get to explore the terraced gardens that are known to be one of the most beautiful green spaces in Europe.
About Villa D Este Tickets:
- Relax and rejuvenate your body and mind as you visit Villa D' Este, a landscape and architectural splendor with lush green gardens and beautiful waterfalls.
- Admire this masterpiece of Italian landscape gardening that is adorned with nymphs, fountains, and grottoes inspired by the Gardens of Babylon.
- Head to the Cardinal's Apartments which are beautifully decorated with Renaissance frescoes and have intricate designs worth admiring.
- Get to the Noble Floor, which features beautiful artwork and wonderful mosaics and is a testament to the efforts put in while building the villa.
- By booking the Villa D' Este Tickets, you'll enjoy an aerial view of the landscaped garden from the expansive balcony.
- You can also relax and rejuvenate while enjoying the beautiful views and sip coffee or savour your favourite snack.
- With the Villa D' Este Tickets, you'll get to explore the lush green garden that has many hidden beauty spots and a wide variety of plants.
- Get mesmerised as you see The Fountain of Tivoli, which is beautifully aligned and has various fountains and water features.
- With the villa d'este tivoli tickets, you get to discover twenty major eye-catchy fountains and hundred smaller ones that are spread throughout the gardens.
- Book a guided tour of the Villa D' Este to know about its rich history and explore its various points of interest with the assistance of a local guide.
How to Reach:
- By Bus: Take a bus from TIVOLI to Piazzale Nazioni Unite bus station. Then take a Walk of 270m to reach your location.
- By Train: Get down at TIVOLI station and take a walk of 230m to reach your location in about 3 mins.
Villa D'Este Tickets faqs
What is Villa d'Este?
Villa d'Este is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the perfect example of Renaissance culture. It features magical gardens with five hundred fountains and statues that have been taken from some of the most famous archeological sites like Hadrian's Villa. The villa features breathtaking frescoes depicting scenes from Roman mythology and history. It has beautifully crafted rooms like the private study, the bedroom, the chapel and The Throne Room.
Where is Villa d'Este located?
Villa d'Este is a sixteenth-century opulent villa located in Tivoli near Rome. The villa is situated in the Piazza Trento, in the Italian region of Lazio, adjacent to Tivoli, on the S5 road twenty miles east of Rome. It is known for its numerous water features and breathtaking gardens that are the best in Europe. To reach the garden, you can board a train, bus, taxi, or even your own private car.
When was Villa d'Este built?
Villa d'Este was built by Cardinal Ippolito d'Este, the grandson of Pope Alexander VI and the son of Lucrezia Borgia from 1509–1572. After his failed attempts to become the next Pope, he put his entire focus and energy into creating this villa and its splendid gardens. The ingenious architect Pirro Logorio carried out the construction work in 1550, which lasted about twenty years.
Who was the architect of Villa d'Este?
Ferrarese engineer-architect Alberto Galvani and Italian painter and architect Pirro Ligorio built and designed Villa d'Este. Mannerist artists such as Federico Zuccari, Livio Agresti, Antonio Tempesta, Durante Alberti, and Cesare Nebbia were responsible for painting the villa's interior walls. They had to go through many obstacles to complete the construction of the villa; thereby, it took twenty years to complete the project.
What is the historical significance of Villa d'Este?
Villa d'Este has been built over Roman ruins, exemplifying the Italian Renaissance gardens' grandeur. It has landscaped grounds featuring breathtaking architectural features and hydraulic systems. The villa was built at the River Aniene near the Roman aqueducts to supply the grand water installments. By booking the villa d'este tivoli tickets, you'll get to see the remnants of this villa's structures and rich architecture showcase the area's historical context.
How can I get to Villa d'Este?
By Bus
The buses that travel from Rome to Tivoli leave from the Ponte Mammolo bus station (metro line B). Take Cotral buses from the Ponte Mammolo bus stop, which will cost you € 2 (INR 180 approx) per journey.
By Train
The best way to reach Villa d'Este from Rome is by catching a direct train from Termini or Tiburtina to Tivoli station. Get off the train at the town centre and hop on a shuttle bus to reach Villa d'Este.
What are the opening hours of Villa d'Este?
The opening time of Villa d'Este is from 8.30 am to 7.45 pm, Tuesday to Sunday. The villa remains closed every Monday morning for maintenance purposes. The last entry to the attraction is permitted till 6.45 pm, so you're requested to arrive before that. The opening hours may change during different seasons, so it's better to check out the official website before visiting the attraction.
Are there any restaurants or cafes on the premises?
Yes, Villa d'Este has various upscale cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy mouth-watering cuisines. A fine-dining Veranda restaurant is situated in the Cardinal's Building, where you can enjoy a lavish dinner on the lakeside terrace. The Grill is another casual restaurant near the Queen's Pavilion, where you can dine beneath the shade of the trees while enjoying lakeside views.
Are guided tours available at Villa d'Este?
Yes, guided tours are available at Villa d'Este to help you explore the attraction in-depth and take you to the most interesting spots that not everyone knows about. By signing up for guided Villa D' Este Tickets, you'll get to know the hidden facts about the attraction and learn about the importance of each spot. The guide will also answer all the questions you have in your mind regarding the architecture, emergence, and historical significance of the villa.