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Villa d’Este Skip-the-Line Tickets

Villa d’Este interior with ornate frescoes and detailed ceiling in Tivoli, Italy.
Tourists enjoying the fountains and gardens of Villa d'Este in Tivoli, Italy.
Frescoed room interior at Villa d'Este, Tivoli, Italy, showcasing intricate ceiling designs.
Fountains and gardens at Villa d'Este in Tivoli, Italy, with cascading water and lush greenery.

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02:00pm - 07:45pm

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Roberta and Stephen Sager

Roberta

Oct 2025
Verified booking
Both sites are stunning in their own way. Villa Adriana exceeded our expectations - the features can only be fully appreciated in person. The fountains at Villa d'Este unfortunately started their closure on the day we arrived, which we knew in advance. The villa interiors are beautiful and the detail of the fountains was still spectacular. We will plan to visit the gardens when the water is operating.
Sylvain Bédard

Sylvain

Sep 2025
Verified booking
It was an incredible experience on every level, and much less crowded than any other place in Rome. It's great to be able to visit a place like this without being caught in a flood of visitors. Big downside... transportation to get there is not easy, and shuttle bus directions are completely lacking. There's an urgent need for action here.
Roseann Weber

Roseann

Sep 2025
Verified booking
We took a taxi to and from Villa D'Este. Convenience won. The gardens and fountains are what we came to see and they did not disappoint. They are lovely and unique and completely worth the trip. Lots of shade on a hot day. Wonderful to be able to just stop for a drink of icy cold water at the fountains. A spectacular sight.

    • Explore this UNESCO site with skip-the-line tickets for a hassle-free-experience of its stunning gardens and 16th-century Renaissance architecture.

    • Discover the frescoed halls by Livio Agresti and Girolamo Muziano along with gravity-powered water features.

    • Learn about Cardinal Ippolito’s vision behind the villa through a multilingual audio guide and a digital guidebook sharing its history.

    • Upgrade your experience with a Villa d’Este English-guided tour for deeper insight, or complete your Tivoli heritage journey by pairing it with Hadrian’s Villa, explored with a digital audio guide.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Villa d’Este

    • Digital audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French and Italian (as per option selected)

    • Skip-the-line entry to Hadrian’s Villa (as per option selected)

    • Round-trip transfers from Rome (as per option selected)

    • Digital guidebook in English (as per option selected)

    • Printed copy of the guidebook

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 169 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Luca Angelo Prina

    Luca

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    Both sites are wonderful and worth seeing. Personally, Villa Adriana moved me deeply, taking me back in time!
    Morne Sarel Zaayman

    Morne

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    I visited on a rainy day, which meant all the fountains were turned off and the on‑site ticket price was reduced. Because of these tickets, I couldn’t benefit from that discount and ended up paying more than necessary. The digital audio guide covered only a few locations and offered limited detail, so it didn’t add much to the experience. The staff at both Villa d’Este and Villa Adriana, however, were exceptionally helpful and accommodating, which made the visit itself enjoyable despite the weather. Buying tickets directly at the venue also gives you the freedom to adjust your plans if the weather changes. The pre‑booked skip‑the‑line ticket locks you into a specific day and time, which isn’t ideal when conditions can affect the experience so much. Overall, purchasing tickets on‑site is better value, more flexible, and you won’t miss anything by skipping this particular ticket option.
    Gillian Schaap

    Gillian

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    The gardens at Villa d'Este are stunning...even in November, and Hadrian's Villa an interesting afternoon and a good walk.
    Cosimo andrea

    Cosimo

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    It was a memorable experience, we will return soon because this place has remained in our hearts
    Andrés Pérez Pérez

    Andrés

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    It was a spectacular visit. The only problem is that the audio guide fails inside villa d'Este.

  • Discover the 16th century palace, now turned museum, famed for terraced gardens and fountains with skip-the-line entry.

    Getting started

    Arrive at Villa d’Este and bypass ticket queues to enter from the main entrance, Piazza Trento. You will be passing through security checks before entering the palace.

    What to expect

    Stroll through the luxurious gardens where Pirro Ligorio’s intricate fountains and terraces surround you with the artistry and grandeur of medieval Italy.

    Features

    • Renaissance gardens: Wander through meticulously designed terraces, home to hundreds of fountains, grottoes, and water lilies.

    • Fountain of Neptune: Marvel at Bernini’s renowned fountain, a highlight of Baroque hydraulic engineering.

    • Palace complex: Explore halls adorned with frescoes and artworks commissioned for Cardinal Ippolito II d’Este.

    • Water organ: Experience the unique organ that creates music using water, adding a sensory dimension to your visit.

    • Audio guide & digital guidebook: Discover the artistry behind the gardens and the villa’s role in Italian history with a multilingual audio guide, complemented by an digital guidebook (available in English) you can follow as you explore at your own pace.

    Upgrades

    • Villa d’Este Guided Tour: Explore the villa on an English-guided tour, gaining deeper insight into Cardinal Ippolito’s vision, the symbolism of the fountains, and the site’s Renaissance brilliance.

    • Hadrian's Villa: Skip the lines and explore the 120-hectare grounds at your own pace, discovering Emperor Hadrian’s architecture inspired by Egyptian and classical antiquity.

  • Villa d’Este

    Monday02:00pm - 07:45pm
    Tuesday08:45am - 07:45pm
    Wednesday08:45am - 07:45pm
    Thursday08:45am - 07:45pm
    Friday08:45am - 07:45pm
    Saturday08:45am - 07:45pm
    Sunday08:45am - 07:45pm

  • What to bring

    • Carry a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking for verification.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the attractions for security reasons.

    • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

    • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.

    Accessibility

    • Both the villas are partially accessible to wheelchair users with ramps and pathways suitable for mobility aids.

    Additional information

    • Please note that while you can skip the ticket line, all visitors are still required to go through standard security checks.

    • Your ticket includes a digital audio guide app to download on your smartphone. Please carry headphones to use it at the venue.

    • The digital guidebook (if availed) is offered only in English.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Redeem your ticket at Villa d'Este.

    • Address: P.za Trento, 5, 00019 Tivoli RM, Italy.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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