Hadrian’s Villa is one of the most imposing and surprising residences of the ancient world. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is situated a few kilometres from Rome among the harmonious and green valleys of Tivoli.
Hadrian’s Villa is an innovative and striking example of Roman architecture, richly evocative of the places admired by the Emperor Hadrian during his travels through the Empire’s provinces.
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Opening times
Monday to Sunday
from March 31 to September 15, 2024
8.15 am – 7.30 pm (last admission 6.15 pm)
Mouseia 9.15 am – 7.00 pmfrom September 16 to 29, 2024
8.15 am – 7.00 pm (last admission 5.45 pm)
Mouseia 9.15 am – 6.30 pmfrom September 30 to October 26, 2024
8.15 am – 6.30 pm (last admission 5.15 pm)
Mouseia 9.15 am – 6.00 pmfrom October 27, 2024 to January 26, 2025
8.15 am – 5.00 pm (last admission 3.45 pm)
Mouseia 9.15 am – 4.30 pmFree admission on the first Sunday of the month, April 25 (Liberation Day), June 2 (Republic Day) and November 4 (National Unity Day and Armed Forces Day). On these days, reservations are not required. Access to the site will be possible by collecting the free ticket at the ticket office.
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Feature List
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Accessibility
Partially accessible to the disabled. Download the route
HISTORY
Built between 121 and 137 A.D., for Emperor Hadrian this villa was a genuine refuge from the chaos of Rome. It was gradually abandoned following his death, and during the Middle Ages it was used as farmland, as a quarry for fine construction materials and as a stone reserve from which to extract lime.
The first topographical study of the Villa by Pirro Ligorio took place in 1560 while between the 14th and 19th centuries excavation activities multiplied bringing a large portion of the original villa to light.
VISITING HADRIAN'S VILLA
Strolling around Hadrian’s Villa will catapult you back in time to the spaces desired and trodden by one of the most important emperors in Roman history. You will be intrigued by the Teatro marittimo, one of the first constructions of the noble residence, and by the Canopus complex with its large rectangular pool surrounded by wonderful sculptures that reflects the fascinating Serapeum, the temple dedicated to Serapis.
Before you leave make sure you see the Pecile, a huge garden with colonnades and central swimming pool, the Antinoeion, the sacred area that probably housed the tomb of Hadrian’s young favourite, the famous Antinous, and the Great and Small Baths, elegantly decorated with the area below reserved for personnel.
Villa Hadrian in Tivoli needs no introduction. Come and retrace the footsteps of a man and an emperor with a multifaceted and intriguing personality and you will discover a historical gem that will leave you open-mouthed.
Services
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Visits
Guided tours for individuals scheduled
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Didactics for schools
Reservation for schools:
available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
from Monday to Friday, from 9.00 to 17.00: 848 082 408 and from mobile and abroad +39 0639967200
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Visits
Reservations for Groups
available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
from Monday to Friday, from 9.00 to 17.00: +39 639967450
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Audioguide
durata: 1 ora e 15'
available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
costo: € 5.00 - Bookshop
Additional Info
SCHOOLS
School Pass required from 1 March to 31 October
Online booking (here), via the call center or at the ticket office subject to availability
Where
Largo Marguerite Yourcenar 2, Tivoli (RM)
Transportation
Metro: line B, stop Ponte Mammolo, bus Co.Tral direction Via Prenestina and stop about 300 m. from the site
Bus: Co.Tral direction Via Tiburtina and bus stop about 1 km from the site
Co.Tral direction Tivoli/A24 motorway and stop about 1 km from the site
Train: Tivoli Station stop and CAT bus line number 4
Ville di Tivoli link: from the square in front of the Bagni di Tivoli railway station direct bus connection to Villa Adriana. More information on the Trenitalia - CAT Tivoli combined service.
from 9 to 22 May
the parking lot of the archaeological area will not be usable for tourist buses and only partially for cars.
Visiting Rules
- access to the Serapeo allowed only with a guided tour (actually suspended)
- It is forbidden to bring camping backpacks, bulky bags and suitcases/trolley inside the monument
- it is advisable to wear comfortable clothing, suitable for the visiting season, and the use of comfortable shoes
- the kiosk for drinks and snacks near the Plastic model is open
- guided tours are given for groups of maximum 30 people, "whisper" suggested
