Discover one of Italy’s most enchanting villas with your Villa d’Este Ticket. Explore Renaissance gardens, lavish interiors, and UNESCO-listed fountains in the charming town of Tivoli.


  • Handpicked ticket 
  • Valid 1 day
  • Audio guide available
  • Free cancellation

What's included

  • Entry to Villa d’Este
  • Downloadable Rome City audio guide (Mandarin, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish)

What's not included

  • Guided tour

Important information

  • Please bring a valid ID.
  • You must undergo a security screening prior to entering the attraction.
  • Dogs are welcome but must be leashed, and owners must clean up after them. 
  • The Grotto of Diana has reopened after 40 years; access is limited.
  • Free entry for children under 18 and disabled visitors (reservation fee applies)
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking through the garden paths
  • Partially accessible – a lift is available, but sloped gardens may be challenging for those with reduced mobility.
  • Show your smartphone ticket at the entrance for the first available timeslot. Audio guide link will be sent in a separate email

Description:

Escape the bustle of Rome and uncover the beauty of Villa d’Este in Tivoli, just an hour away. This 16th-century villa is known for its breathtaking gardens, elaborate fountains, and lavish frescoes.

Commissioned by Cardinal Ippolito d’Este, the estate stands as a symbol of Renaissance opulence. Explore intricately painted rooms, wander among moss-covered grottoes, and admire symmetrical water features that inspired royal gardens across Europe.

A peaceful retreat with rich cultural heritage, perfect for art and history lovers. 

Highlights:

  • Visit one of Italy’s finest Renaissance villas, built for Cardinal Ippolito d’Este
  • Wander through UNESCO-listed gardens featuring dozens of fountains and terraces
  • Admire the iconic Fountain of Neptune, among other elaborate waterworks
  • Explore rooms covered in vibrant 16th-century frescoes
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Roman countryside from the villa’s terraces
  • Learn about Rome through a multilingual digital audio guide

Villa D'Este

P.za Trento, 5, 00019 Tivoli RM, Italy

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit

Meeting point & Instructions

Present your smartphone ticket at the Villa d’Este ticket office. Entry is granted at the next available time slot. You will receive a separate email with a link to download the Rome city digital audio guide. Follow the instructions provided to access the app.

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Reviews & Rating

4.5 / 5 (312 reviews)

Purchasing the tickets on line was time saving. The visit to Villa d'Este was extraordinary...the architecture, art and gardens are truly breathtaking. Sharon, May 2025 >> See more reviews...

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