Villa Adriana (Progetto archeologico dell'UPO) Review

Villa Adriana was an imperial-extra-urban residence from the 2nd century onwards. Wanted by the emperor Hadrian (117-138), it is located near Tivoli (the ancient Tibur). Realized gradually in the first half of the II century a few kilometers from the ancient Tibur, the structure appears a rich complex of buildings spread over a vast area, which had to cover about 120 ha, in an area rich in water sources to 17 Roman miles dall'Urbs [1]. In 1999 Villa Adriana was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

In 2014 it was the twenty-sixth most visited Italian state site, with 232 147 visitors and a total gross income of 546 598 euros

Beautiful to recommend the visit. Very extensive, to be admired also from the benches to rest 5 or 10 minutes. It is very clean, well kept and especially without paper, plastic and cans scattered around there is a lot of civilization.

beautiful Roman villa in a beautiful park. few indications of what we are visiting. it is certainly worth a visit

The site is extremely interesting and definitely worth a visit. Unfortunately when we were there were no guides, only audio guides, the museum with adjoining bars were closed, in short, it seemed quay in a state of abandonment. A real shame considering the importance of the site and the income that the Italian state could do if there were a little more care and publicity in the international tourist circuits.

Very large and not all open to visitors. Not well signposted.

Excellent place to leave the conglomerate of tourists in Rome

Night visit in good company.
Beautiful everything

A charming place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, it was the residence of Emperor Hadrian, a great admirer of classical art.
To visit.

I live there and it is very quiet as a small town with many services also in Tivoli

The grandeur of an imperial villa. I recommend the guided tour

The potential is obviously there but left to itself ... sadness

One of the most beautiful archaeological sites in the world: the Villa dell'Imperatore Adriano. From the current remains you can guess the magnificence and opulence of this place designed by the emperor himself. Do not miss the Canopus (artificial swimming pool) around which Adriano held his banquets and "Le grandi Terme"; in this building, solar energy was used to heat the water through an ingenious dome crossed by coils. You can also visit the museum located on the site, where the Villa's original works and sculptures are collected. Around the archaeological site there is a huge olive grove consisting of majestic and very ancient plants. To appreciate how grand this Villa was, just take a look at the servants' lodgings, consisting of over one hundred rooms, located on different floors.

Site of an unexpected size, really beautiful to visit, surrounded by greenery offers beautiful scenery, there are many areas to visit, do not forget to take a picture at the entrance to the map otherwise you risk not seeing everything. I recommend going with comfortable shoes because you walk a lot.
Entry price not excessive.

Awe inspiring and with some truly ingenious design solutions. Come and admire Hadrian's taste and sense of practicality as well as marvelous surrounding countryside. A must see if you're building your own villa near Rome.

Nice place very well preserved and spacious, even the guides are very good with exhaustive explanations.

In the heart of history ... between greenery and peace!

Archaeological site of immense value.
Despite having been stripped of the most precious ornaments, visiting it represents a unique experience of its kind.
Fortunately, no one liked the millions of tuff bricks with which the buildings were built.
Parking 3 for the whole day. By applying Day ... I studied all the points of interest.
Wonderful!!!
To read and reread the book "Memorie di Adriano" by Marguerite Yourcenar.

Beautiful route in the midst of olive trees, oaks, pines and cypresses to discover a magnificent Roman villa ... or rather it would be called a small town
Unfortunately some mosaics are not visible because they are being restored.
Really beautiful natural environment

Archaeological site with a very large park to visit in the middle seasons. You walk a lot but pleasantly, you start with more than 300 meters uphill between an olive grove and green lawn with small daisies and then immerse yourself in the ruins of the imperial era. You can relax by walking among the park's water mirrors. Enjoy your visit.

It is immense, calling it a villa is an understatement! It has the extension of a small town. Bring comfortable shoes, water and a packed lunch!

Really fascinating, magnificent, not to be missed. I expect to return in the future.

The site is very beautiful, the museum was closed but we are in Italy right?

The place is easily accessible and there is a guarded parking behind the entrance at a cost of 3 for the whole day, also at the entrance there is also the bus stop of the local company (CAT). The cost of the full ticket is 10. The Villa is surrounded by greenery and full of wonderful historical artifacts. Get ready to walk a lot because the place is very big.

To visit, you can breathe antiquity and history. Large and sunny park, with a nice walk you can visit the whole UNESCO site. Duration of the visit about 3 hours.

Exceptional for place, description, climate, truly a visit to do and definitely with a guide.

Even if the ruins do not speak, if one has the ability to listen, one sees a lived world

Some of the areas of the villa have been closed to visitors; these areas are few but there are. Overall there is some disorganization because I have not seen maps. However, there are at least two drinking fountains that are welcome in summer

Amazing. We were alone in the park in the rain and we were sheltering in the ruins. An adventure

There is nothing to explain, it must be visited and it is worth it

Very nice .... bring water if you visit in the summer months ....

Bring comfortable and closed shoes as the internal roads are dusty. The site is enchanting well preserved in a natural environment full of olive and oak trees

Interesting walk through the ruins of Villa Adriana. It is advisable to do it on a nice day and in the company of a guide.

Fascinating. Mostly ruins, but some restoration has been done. Be prepared for some walking, but plenty of benches for rest stops.

Immersion in an imaginary place! Exciting and unique. Strong emotions

2000 years have passed wits far ahead in the wonderful buildings to visit

To see at least once in a lifetime. Impressive. Difficult to find something like this.

What to say. Half a day in ancient Rome. Park kept well and good explanations in the panels. Price (13 euros between parking and entrance) well spent.

2nd time there after 30 years, still nice, extraordinary place, amazing what they were able to build in 142 after Chr.

It is worth knowing the history. For those who do not like history or recommend it.

We had a great tour of the FLUMEN organization. It was an experience!

Beautiful site in a beautiful park. The remains give a good idea of how life took place at the time of the emperor. To visit

An incredible and extensive archaeological site that takes visitors almost lost in the past.

Take a full day
Immense
A guide is needed, at least the one on the headphones!

Villa that Emperor Hadrian had on the outskirts of Tivoli. It is recommended to order the audio guide to better enjoy what you are seeing.

Huge site,wear comfy shoes.So much to see.Have to walk a long way to see everything.Get a map before you go otherwise you will not see everything.Terrapins in the water

Beautiful place, found it a bit 'too little taken care of

You can spend a nice day in the historic villa of Emperor Hadrian

Visit at night ... beautiful, impressive and impressive ... probably by day it makes more but also in the evening has its charm.

Interesting place, coffee and sandwiches from a machine ...

Large and very nice, very nice to visit because it is not crowded

If you love history and architecture (but only if you love beautiful things) it is one of those places that should be visited, at least once in a lifetime.

We took a ride with the guide Francesca: Pleasant, exhaustive, never boring .... 10 and praise

Magnificent and imposing place. Reliving the glories of the great emperor Hadrian was a transcendental experience. Unfortunately, maps or guides are not provided free of charge and there is no refreshment point outside the monument.

A place not far from Rome where you can breathe the history and ancient traditions of the Roman people and above all the splendor of the empire. For the youngest and families it is a place not to be missed.

For those with imagination (the ruins are quite ruined) and who like very long walks

Very interesting site and the visit with the absolutely satisfying archaeological guide, to capture all the aspects both of the emperor and of the Adriano man.