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Hadrian's Villa

The emperor Hadrian's vast country retreat below Tivoli, a city of palaces, baths and pools in parkland, a UNESCO site.

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Open
Every day; check the website for hours
Price
Paid
Time Needed
Half a day
Address
Largo Marguerite Yourcenar 1, 00010 TivoliDirections
Getting There
A bus from Ponte Mammolo station (Metro line B) toward Tivoli, getting off at Villa Adriana.

Why Go

Built in the 2nd century, the villa spread over more than a square kilometer, with theaters, libraries and baths. Its most famous corner is the Canopus, a long pool framed by columns and statues.

It's big and shadeless, so bring water and allow a few hours.

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