Villa d'Este
VIlla d’este
One of the worlds best preserved examples of the Renaissance is Tivoli’s Villa d’Este’s palace and gardens. The Villa d’ Este served as model for many later European gardens. Located in the Sabine mountains on around 11 acres the Villa originally belong to the Dukes of Ferrara of the ancient Este family. The Este family in Ferrara was the epitome of a court in which art and culture were paramount. This is evident in the lavishly adorned residence, Renaissance gardens and stunning fountains and waterworks. In Roman times residences of nobles were often built in this area near the waterfalls of the Aniene River.
The palace and Tivoli gardens were designed by Ligorio at the order of Cardinal lppolito ll d’ Este. The building plan is somewhat irregular due in part to the fact that the architect was forced to use parts of the former Monastery on the site. The beauty of its design is nonetheless breathtaking in a way that few places can compare. Words simply cannot do it justice. Villa d’ Este is a must see experience for any world traveler.
location
Villa d'Este
For more information about visiting Villa d’Este, visit the villa’s official website.
Piazza Trento, 5
00019 Tivoli (RM)
Contacts:
Offices and Administration :
tel: +39 07745589
email: va-ve@cultura.gov.it
transportation
By car
From Rome: Take the A24 motorway to the Tivoli exit, continue on the Maremmana Inferiore road until it joins Via Tiburtina. Continue to the center of Tivoli. Alternatively, take the Via Tiburtina directly.
From San Gregorio da Sassola:
If you’re a guest at on of our Airbnb’s, we can coordinate Transportation from your Airbnb to Tivoli for around 35€. We also have connections with local guides who can take you through the history of the Estate, just ask your host!
From L'Aquila: Take the A24 motorway to the Castel Madama exit, take via Empolitana, via Acquaregna and follow the signs for the city centre.
Parking: Multi-story car park at the foot of Rocca Pia a few hundred meters from Villa d'Este or alternatively car park in Piazza Garibaldi (both for a fee).
Public transport
Bus from Rome : Metro B to the Ponte Mammolo stop, from there take the Co.Tra.L. via Prenestina or via Tiburtina or by motorway (preferable) to Tivoli. Get off at the Largo delle Nazioni Unite stop (near Piazza Garibaldi) and continue on foot for a few tens of metres.
Train: from Termini Station or from Tiburtina Station to the Tivoli railway station. Continue on foot following the signs for Villa d'Este.
Article by: Victoria Potter-Lands
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