If you find yourself in Tivoli, you can't miss a captivating visit to the Sanctuary of Hercules the Victor. You'll discover a place full of charm and history dedicated to the mythical god, the protector of ancient Tibur.
The extraordinary architectural articulation and the overlapping of industrial structures make it a fascinating place rich in stories that you can discover along the visit route.
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Opening days
Open every day
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Opening times
from October 27, 2024 to January 26, 2025
9:30 am – 5:00 pm (last admission 4:00 pm)from January 27 to March 2, 2025
9.30am-5.30pm (last admission 4.30pm)from March 3 to March 29, 2025
9.30am-6.30pm (last admission 5.30pm)from March 30 to September 14, 2025
9.30am-7.00pm (last admission 6.00pm)from September 15 to September 28, 2025
9.30am-7.00pm (last admission 6.00pm)from September 29 to October 25, 2025
9.30am-6.30pm (last admission 5.30pm)from October 26, 2025 to January 25, 2026
9.30am-5.00pm (last admission 4.00pm)The ticket office closes one hour before. Entry is permitted up to one hour before the site closes.
Free 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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Extra Opening times
January 1, 2025, 9.30am-5.00pm (last 3.00pm slot active at the cash desk until 4.30pm)
- Web Sanctuary of Hercules the Victor
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
Partially accessible
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
The Sanctuary was located on a section of the ancient Via Tiburtina and consisted of three areas: the theater, which took advantage of the natural slope of the terrain, a large square delimited by porticoes, and the actual temple. A series of terraces, porticoes, and colonnades also created a magnificent scenery around the place of worship.
VISIT TO THE SANCTUARY
Inside the complex, you can also visit the Antiquarium where you can admire some decorative elements of the temple, steles, and statues originally placed along the porticoes adorning the monument.
Your journey will end with a visit to the so-called "Torretta Canevari," an ancient collection point for water used for hydroelectric lighting.
A captivating experience awaits you at the Sanctuary of Hercules the Victor, like many others in the territory of Tivoli. If you're curious to learn more, join one of the guided tours.
Services
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Visits
For individuals, as calendar.
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Didactics for schools
Prenotazione per scuole:
da lunedì a venerdì, dalle 9.00 alle 17: 848 082 408 e da mobile ed estero +39 0639967200
[email protected]
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Visits
Prenotazioni per Gruppi
available in Italian
da lunedì a venerdì, dalle 9.00 alle 17: +39 639967450
[email protected]
Where
Via degli Stabilimenti 5, Tivoli (RM)
Transportation
By Car
- Take the A24 motorway and exit at Tivoli or Castel Madama. From Villa Adriana, take Via degli Orti, then Via degli Stabilimenti.
- Alternatively, you can reach Tivoli town centre and park (for a fee) at Piazza Garibaldi or at the multi-storey car park in Piazza Massimo and continue on foot.
- Be aware of Limited Traffic Zones (ZTL).
By Bus from Rome
- Take Metro Line B to Ponte Mammolo station.
- From there, take the Co.Tra.L. bus to Tivoli. Buses depart from Via Prenestina, Via Tiburtina, or the motorway (recommended).
- Get off at the Largo delle Nazioni Unite stop and continue on foot: Piazza Santa Croce, Via della Missione, Via Campitelli, Via del Colle, Via degli Stabilimenti.
By Train
- From Termini Station or Tiburtina Station in Rome, take a train to Tivoli train station.
- From there, follow the walking route suggested below.
Tivoli Villas Link
- From the square in front of the Bagni di Tivoli train station, there is a direct bus connection to Villa d'Este.
- From Villa d'Este, you can reach the Sanctuary of Hercules Victorious in a few minutes on foot.
- More information on the combined Trenitalia - CAT Tivoli service [can be found here - insert link to relevant website].
Walking Route from Tivoli Train Station
Visiting Rules
- Visiting route
NOTICES AND NEWS FOR VISITORS AND OPERATORS
The Villa Adriana and Villa d'Este Institute - VILLÆ reiterates its commitment to initiatives aimed at promoting respect and care for every living species. The director of VILLÆ, Andrea Bruciati, has strongly advocated for the archaeological area of Villa Adriana, the historic garden of Villa d'Este, and the monumental complex of the Sanctuary of Hercules the Victor, characterized by large green spaces, to be equipped with areas dedicated to the comfort of our four-legged friends, shaded spaces where water bowls are available.
More information here
