Fun things to do in Tivoli: 14 fun attractions and activities (2024)

This place is gorgeous! The gardens were the most impressive thing. Rooms inside the villa were cool, but once you've seen one, you've seen them all. I guess it's lost on me since I'm not the most appreciative of art. The gardens, however, we're beautiful and relaxing. There's a zillion fountains and water features and the deck views are very nice. Worth coming to Tivoli for.

Underrated, 1000 natural fountains + organic untouched 600 years old hydraulic system to create music, open and close doors!!! And this happens exactly every 2 hours ! This place is a must see if you’re in the area. Amazing garden and houses with frescos which is built over a a Roman house. And of course I wouldn’t miss mentioning the stunning panoramic views of the Roman hills, and fields in the horizon. The sunset is the best place to take shots from and I recommend couples to take photo shoots in this garden.

Really enjoyed walking around these beautiful water gardens, and the villa rooms had interesting historical and modern art to see. Well worth a visit if you are in the area. We visited in the evening (5.30pm) on a Sunday and there was no queue and not crowded at all, and the sun was not too high. Took us about 1.5 hours to walk around the Villa. No cafe on site that I could see.

Beautiful artwork in the naturally cool building. The garden is stunning and you can have great fun taking some incredible photos here with amazing views over the river Tibur.

A must-see UNESCO heritage site. It is highly recommended to spend at least 3 hours visiting the villa and gardens. The gardens are abundant with water, fountains, statues, ponds, flowers and lovely seating areas. The villa and gardens are spectacular and visiting them is a sheer pleasure. The level of preservation done at the place is exceptional. It can be reached in a 40-minute train ride fromTrimini.

Went here with my friend on a Thursday, there was no line and they had a reduced ticket fee for EU citizens under 25 (€3) normal fee is €10. It was definitely worth the €3, very beautiful garden with lots of fountains and the inside of the Villa was also very pretty. A lot of history here for those that appreciate it, they have a lot of things to read to understand the history of the place. For those that don’t like reading it’s still visually stunning. Highly recommend :)

It's pretty easy to find, if you know which bus stop to get off. Lots to explore, both the extensive gardens with more than 100 fountains and the villa itself. It's worth the trip to Tivoli. We went first thing in the morning to allow the opportunity to see the opera fountain play, as it only runs once every two hours. It is very relaxing despite all the steps.

12/07/2024 (friday), no problems to enter. No queues. Tickets 12€ for adults, kids for free. Good experience, really beautiful. Plenty of shades. Possible to go for a walk with a stroller, but sometimes you will need some help with stairs, so better not to go alone with baby. It is normal parking place near villa, costs 2€/hr. Do not leave your car in tiny streets where parking is not allowed.

One of the most beautiful gardens you can visit. In addition to countless fountains, a multitude of wonderful plants and sculptures are arranged to create a wonderful experience. Everyone should have this experience and the associated impressions.

Villa has beautiful garden.Lot of fountains and various designs in fountains.I have never seen so many fountains at one place and in small area.Its perfect place away from Rome for spending wonderful day in gardens.You can buy tickets on the spot. There will be line but not much .. Waiting around 15-20 min.

Very beautiful and rich in history. The rooms are incredible to walk through and see the detail and artwork. The grounds are beautifully kept and lush. So many different fountains and areas to sit and relax. Nice on a warm day.

An outstanding building and grounds. The rooms are highly decorated with colourful frescoes. The gardens housing the ornate fountains are equally impressive. Steep slopes can be a little slippy. There are golf type vehicles to ferry people if needed. Easily accessible by metro and bus.

Absolutely spectacular place! Villa d'Este has many gorgeous fountains, sculptures, and also a great view of Tivoli. The whole place is super green and calm. I recommend spending around two hours here, villa is quite big and you certainly don't want to miss anything from what's there. Buying tickets in advance is not necessary but recommendable, and I also recommend to come in the morning (before 10-11am) since there is not so much people at that time.

An incredible garden and wonderland of amazing fountains. The villa is beautifully frescoed in room after room but the sculptures, grottos and technical ingenuity of the C16 designers and hydraulic engineers in the gardens is mind-blowing.

Beautiful place to visit, amazing gardens and fountains, would definitely recommend. Can be hard walking back up from the garden terraces so would recommend some good walking shoes. Would visit again. Can easily buy tickets at the entrance. Free for children, adults €25 each, well worth it. Went in the evening so no waiting time to enter. 1.5 hours is plenty of time for a visit.

The Villa is undoubtedly the main attraction in Tivoli. I recommend visiting right after opening or two hours before closing to avoid crowds and enjoy the beautiful views. The park and fountains appear to be under partial maintenance, as many grottos were closed and some fountains were not working. The Dragon's fountain, for instance, was being repaired.

Big park with several fountains, one can easily spend hours here sitting and watching the dreamlike views.We went pretty early, no queues to get in. But during the afternoon there seemed to be school classes arriving so it got a bit more busy.

This is a place with visiting. Just over an hour drive from Rome. The villa has rooms with frescos. But the best is the stunning gardens. The fountains are amazing several different waterfalls and water features to see. Well worth it.

Belle demeure avec ses fresques dans chaque pièce. Très beau jardin avec pentes, descendes, et cascades. Ne pas hésiter de faire le tour sous la voûte de la cascade. Beau panorama sur Tivoli(Translated by Google)Beautiful residence with frescoes in each room. Very beautiful garden with slopes, descents, and waterfalls. Don't hesitate to go around under the waterfall arch. Beautiful panorama of Tivoli

What a lovely place to visit. Historical building with beautiful gardens together with magnificent water features. Has wonderful views overlooking the local area. Well worth a visit, get the train from Rome with the cost for 4 people,.only 12 euros.

Stunning views with plenty of fountains! Worth to visit, ticket is 15€ per adult and free for kids. We spent couple of hours in a great place!

Villa d'Este is like stepping into a fairytale garden straight out of a Renaissance painting! I visited this stunning villa while exploring Tivoli, and let me tell you, it blew me away. The gardens are absolutely breathtaking, with lush greenery, trickling fountains, and intricate statues at every turn. Plus, the grandeur of the villa itself is something else – you can practically feel the history seeping through the walls. Whether you're into history, architecture, or just looking for a peaceful escape from the city, Villa d'Este has got you covered.This place is recommended for anyone seeking a magical experience in Italy. Whether you're a history buff, a garden enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates beauty in all its forms, a visit to Villa d'Este is an absolute must-do. Trust me, you won't regret spending a day wandering through these enchanting gardens and soaking in the beauty and history of this incredible UNESCO World Heritage site.

A wonderful place that combines architecture, landscaping, gardening and hydraulic works in a place. The water works, the fountains, the trees, the playfulness with water make it a wonderful expression of Renaissance wisdom. I understand how this place can influence and inspire water works, fountains and gardening in future palaces and mansions in Europe afterwards. Also a cool place to enjoy coolness in hot summer!

Incredible day trip so close to Rome. Plan at least 1.5 hours to tour the villa itself in addition to the garden which is best on a day without rain. The garden is extremely beautiful and filled with many many features, mostly unique fountains and statues.I don’t recommend buying tickets beforehand during shoulder or off season because online tickets are more expensive. You can just walk up to the ticket booth in person and buy them without waiting in line if you’re not visiting during summer.Only paid parking is available within the area.

Paid full price for entry, no one told us that half the fountains were shut off or not operational due to maintenance. Wouldn’t bother with the journey €15 euros to see an empty villa and basically three working fountains, loads of paths were blocked off with trees with bags over them. Best part was the views from the side of villa…Did come in January to be fair and the art decor of the house was actually pretty amazing, shame they were just empty rooms

Very pleasant morning strolling around the spectacular gardens - mostly because of the extensive use of water features. Took the train from Rome Termini to Tivoli and walked to villa d’Este - about 15 minutes.

Good historical site of a cardinal in the past. Stunning water features and landscape. Located in the city center.

The garden is absolutely delightful, with excellent planning and design, and it offers a stunning view from the outlook platform. Unfortunately, the foundations were closed during our visit. It would be better if more attention were given to plant maintenance.The service from the receptionist was okay.

An absolutely delightful garden, as well as some beautiful painted interiors. When I visited last week a lot of the fountains were off for essential maintenance (which they were clear about when buying tickets with a 3 euro discount). Even with most not operating the gardens were fabulous, if all the fountains were on it would be 5 stars. We took some nibbles to have a picnic by the main pools which was lovely. It was also interesting to learn that the famous Hungarian composer Ferenc Liszt had also lived at the villa for a time according to a plaque near the entrance. Wonderful views over the surrounding area and an opulent and lush feel, worth the visit even without all the fountains on!