Villa Adriana

About

Explore emperor hadrian's sprawling ancient retreat, a city of palaces, pools, and theaters.

Why go

• It is the most imposing and complex Roman villa known
• Feel the scale and beauty of what once stood here
• A complex of classical buildings built by Emperor Hadrian

Must try

• Canopus and Serapeum pool
• Maritime Theatre
• Piazza d’Oro

Pro tips

• Take a train from Termini station
• Bus from Ponte Mammolo, then Co.Tra.L bus
• Train from Roma Tiburtina to Tivoli, then bus
• Allow 8-9 hours to see Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana
• Rent an audio guide with an ID (not passport)

Good to know

• Free entry on the first Sunday of the month
• No bathrooms or snack kiosks inside the park
• Site may not be accessible for wheelchairs

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (13546 reviews)