Tivoli
Italy · Lazio · 235 m
Description
Tivoli is a historic hill town east of Rome and an exceptional destination for Roman history, Renaissance art, and Italian garden culture. The town is renowned for two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the magnificent Villa d’Este with its terraced gardens, elaborate fountains, and celebrated water features, and the vast Villa Adriana, the monumental residence of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Tivoli combines the architectural legacy of antiquity with the elegance of the Renaissance and the scenic beauty of the Roman countryside. Thanks to its proximity to Rome, the town is considered one of the region’s most impressive destinations for a day trip.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Villa d'Este & Fountain Gardens (UNESCO)
- Hadrian's Villa (Villa Adriana) (UNESCO)
- Villa Gregoriana & Great Waterfall
- Temple of Vesta & Temple of the Sibyl
- Historic Centre of Tivoli
- Sanctuary of Hercules Victor
- Rocca Pia
- Aniene Gorge & Waterfall Views
- Mensa Ponderaria
- Tivoli Cathedral (San Lorenzo)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Tivoli, Tivoli Terme, Marcellina-Palombara