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Day trip to Tivoli

Day Trips & Local Escapes • 8 hours 5.0 (6)

Day trip to Tivoli

Emperor Hadrian’s holiday home, sprawling estates and colossal architecture in tiny Tivoli.

Dinner in Rome doesn't start until 8-8:30 pm, so do like the Romans do and join in the evening ritual of aperitivo from around 7 pm

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Take the train with your host (who will organise tickets - winning) from Rome to Tivoli
  • Visit the beautiful Renaissance Villa d’Este, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore its impressive gardens
  • Indulge in a delicious, authentic 3 course lunch at a traditional trattoria in the charming town centre
  • Wander through Tivoli's streets and amongst the towering trees of its beautiful park
  • Catch a bus to Villa Adriana, the country estate of Emperor Hadrian which is just 5km away
  • Explore this incredible historic site, the ruins of the villa and its sprawling grounds which is unsurprisingly, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sheesh, tripping over those everywhere in Italy!
  • Enjoy a leisurely bus ride back to Rome with your host, where you’ll chat over everything you’ve seen that day together

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Dinner in Rome doesn't start until 8-8:30 pm, so do like the Romans do and join in the evening ritual of aperitivo from around 7 pm
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private & personalised experience
8 hours with a host
Train and bus tickets to and from Tivoli
Traditional 3 course lunch, wine and coffee
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

Food & drinks (other than those included)
Transportation (other than that included above)
Tickets or entries to attractions
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Perfectly placed at the foothills of Monti Tiburtini, and skirted by the tranquil Aniene River, it’s not very difficult to see why Tivoli was a favorite holiday destination of Ancient Rome’s elite. Hop on a train with your local Rome host and get whisked away to this whimsical town, where you’ll begin your day with a thorough exploration of Villa d’Este and its sprawling grounds.

Think Opulence and Renaissance glamour. Settle your frazzled senses with a tasty lunch at a local trattoria where you’ll indulge in a three-course meal.

Stroll through the charming town to the bus stop, where your adventure continues to Villa Adriana - which was Emperor Hadrian’s personal little country lock-up-and-go (yes, Hadrian’s wall - that one). And it’s not so much ‘little’ as it is absolutely awe-inspiring.

Lose yourself amongst the olive groves which are dotted with statues and imagine what the palace once looked like as you step inside its ruins and weave between marble pillars - the site is so colossal that it feels more like a town than a single villa!

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2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
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2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
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Per person incl.
taxes & fees $328.16 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$328.16
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

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What travelers think of this experience

Tara Jun 2024

Ledio made this trip so much more fun! His knowledge of history and the area was great. The conversation was fun and interesting. But most important to me… I’m legally blind and require a bit more assistance managing crowds, stairs, darker spaces. It’s always a bit more difficult with new places and with new people. Walking around with Ledio was like walking around with my son who has been helping me for 20 years. Ledio immediately picked up on cues of a sighted guide and made me feel so at ease. When I’m in an unfamiliar space, I tend to look down more to make sure I don’t trip. But w Ledio I was able to actuallly look up and enjoy the streets of Tivoli and the mind blowing beauty of Villa d’este. Also, I just wanted to say… I booked this 8 hour tourthe day before. I was a bit concerned that maybe I would get a guide that wasn’t too good or unprepared. Kudos to city unscripted for providing excellent quality even on last minute requests. My only suggestion…. I randomly picked a tour time of 10:00. when I arrived at the meeting point, the next train to Tivoli was not until 11:00. It was not a big deal. We had coffee and chatted while waiting an hour for the next train. That said, I would suggest having the guide check train times in advance and asking for example if a client can arrive a little earlier to catch a 10:00 train or change the meeting time to say 10:45 to catch the 11 train. But this was minor for me and overall I had the most fantastic time. Thank you!!

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Steven Apr 2025

Alessandra did a fantastic tour for us. Informative, interactive and with passion! And she went beyond arranging the Pantheon tickets and making dinner reservations. Our group highly recommends Alessandra for your tour.

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Hilary Apr 2025

It was private and tailored to our needs. Alex the guide brilliant - very knowledgeable / friendly - great guy - would definitely recommend him

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Hilary Apr 2025

Wonderful having a private tour - worth every penny. Alex was so knowledgeable and friendly - showed us so many things we would never have found on our own and tge tour was tailored to us - thank you so much Alex

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Evi Apr 2025

Very interesting and friendly guide. Alex was great!!

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David Apr 2025

Excellent tour of the local area with a history lesson!

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5.0 (6 reviews)
Tara, Jun 2024

Ledio made this trip so much more fun! His knowledge of history and the area was great. The conversation was fun and interesting. But most important to me… I’m legally blind and require a bit more assistance managing crowds, stairs, darker spaces. It’s always a bit more difficult with new places and with new people. Walking around with Ledio was like walking around with my son who has been helping me for 20 years. Ledio immediately picked up on cues of a sighted guide and made me feel so at ease. When I’m in an unfamiliar space, I tend to look down more to make sure I don’t trip. But w Ledio I was able to actuallly look up and enjoy the streets of Tivoli and the mind blowing beauty of Villa d’este. Also, I just wanted to say… I booked this 8 hour tourthe day before. I was a bit concerned that maybe I would get a guide that wasn’t too good or unprepared. Kudos to city unscripted for providing excellent quality even on last minute requests. My only suggestion…. I randomly picked a tour time of 10:00. when I arrived at the meeting point, the next train to Tivoli was not until 11:00. It was not a big deal. We had coffee and chatted while waiting an hour for the next train. That said, I would suggest having the guide check train times in advance and asking for example if a client can arrive a little earlier to catch a 10:00 train or change the meeting time to say 10:45 to catch the 11 train. But this was minor for me and overall I had the most fantastic time. Thank you!!

Steven, Apr 2025

Alessandra did a fantastic tour for us. Informative, interactive and with passion! And she went beyond arranging the Pantheon tickets and making dinner reservations. Our group highly recommends Alessandra for your tour.

Hilary, Apr 2025

It was private and tailored to our needs. Alex the guide brilliant - very knowledgeable / friendly - great guy - would definitely recommend him

Hilary, Apr 2025

Wonderful having a private tour - worth every penny. Alex was so knowledgeable and friendly - showed us so many things we would never have found on our own and tge tour was tailored to us - thank you so much Alex

Evi, Apr 2025

Very interesting and friendly guide. Alex was great!!

David, Apr 2025

Excellent tour of the local area with a history lesson!