The Villa was built in 1550 for Cardinal Ippolito II d'Este. Designed by the architect Pirro Ligorio, it is famous for the sumptuous garden, statues, monuments and above all the great fountains...

The villa
The palace
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- The palace
- The Este Stables
The gardens
Information
- Opening hours and tickets are available on the Villa's official website
- The villa is fully equipped to ensure accessibility for all guests. A lift provides direct access from street level to the upper garden terrace, while a dedicated fleet of electric vehicles allows guests with disabilities to comfortably reach the gardens and fountains. The vehicles are specially equipped to accommodate orthopedic wheelchairs.
Pocket guide
The One hundred Fountains

The One hundred Fountains is one of the most beautiful, unforgettable and photographed places. It was chosen for the spot of different movie. It is a tree-lined avenue that joins the Fountain of Tivoli (or Ovato) to the Fountain of Rome (or Rometta). The fountain is structured on three plans...