Villa Adriana
Extensive UNESCO archaeological site near Tivoli with the remains of Emperor Hadrian's residence, among baths, pavilions, pools and gardens.
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About the museum
Villa Adriana was built by Emperor Hadrian between 118 and 138 AD near Tivoli, the ancient Tibur. The complex was very large, at least 120 hectares, and included residential buildings, baths, pools, pavilions and gardens, linked by surface paths and an underground service network.
The architectural and sculptural decoration of the villa has been studied with great attention since the Renaissance, and many of the major museums of Rome, Italy and Europe hold pieces from here. Since 1999 the site has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Today about 40 hectares can be visited. The route follows sloping paths in an open setting and is completed by a museum with a scale model of the complex. The villa is managed by the Istituto autonomo Villa Adriana e Villa d'Este of the Ministry of Culture, together with Villa d'Este and the Sanctuary of Hercules Victor.
Highlights
- Remains of the imperial residence built by Hadrian in the 2nd century AD
- Baths, pools and pavilions in the visitable area of about 40 hectares
- Museum with a scale model of the complex
- UNESCO site since 1999
Permanent exhibition
- Area archeologica e museo con plastico – Route among the structures of the imperial residence, with a visit to the museum and its scale model of the complex.
- Operated by
- Ministero della Cultura – Istituto autonomo Villa Adriana e Villa d'Este
- Visitors per year
- approx. 232,952
Admission & discounts
Free admission: First Sunday of the month; also on 25 April, 2 June and 4 November; on 8 March, free admission for women.
The site refers visitors to the online ticket office and to on-site sales points for prices; there are tickets and passes dedicated to the Tivoli sites (VILLÆ Pass and VILLÆ 365).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The archaeological site has sloping paths with an uneven surface: comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended.
Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Good to know | Tickets can be bought online or at the ticket office in Largo Marguerite Yourcenar 1. |
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