Castell'Araldo ruderi o Castellaraldo
Marta
It is located in the part of the left bank of the river from which the resort also takes its name. Its position makes us understand that the purpose for which it was built was purely defensive and strategic, especially because we could control the area and the neighboring traffic. The construction has changed several times to different personalities and religious orders.
Torre dell'Orologio
Marta
The clock tower was built during the earlier era that belongs to the twelfth century. Following some studies, we came to think that the tower was built above the ruins of the ancient city of Bisenzio. Over the years, the building was restored a few times and in 1323 it underwent a restoration wanted by Pope John. The building has an octagonal structure, 21 meters high and represents the symbol of the city.
Palazzo dei Papi
Viterbo
(19 Km)
After Rome, the most important papal residence . The beautiful building of the '300 hosted the popes during inventories in Viterbo.
Duomo di San Lorenzo
Viterbo
(20 Km)
It was built over a temple dedicated to Hercules in '200. In the Romanesque style it houses inside beautiful works of artists from '500 to '800, to note also the floor with the remains of the original.
Palazzo Farnese
Viterbo
(20 Km)
Imposing building of '500 in the historical center, home to Alexander Farnese before he became Pope Paul. III.
Necropoli Sovana
Sorano
(28 Km)
The Necropolis of Sovana extends for about one and a half kilometers in the hills north of the Calesine stream. It is represented by a considerable number of tombs facing the colonnade where that of Pula and Ildebranda stand out. The Necropolis is divided into several sectors that include the Via Cava or del Cavone, Poggio Felceto, Poggio Stanziale and others along the Folonia stream.
Cattedrale di Santa Margherita
Montefiascone
(9 Km)
Famous for its dome, it is said to be the third largest in Italy, the Cathedral of Santa Margherita is one of the most important churches in the province of Viterbo.
Villa Lante
Viterbo
(20 Km)
Villa Lante in Bagnaia, a hamlet of Viterbo is one of the most famous Italian gardens of the 16th century. Despite the absence of contemporary documentation, his conception is attributed to Jacopo Barozzi da Vignola. In 2011 it was voted 'The Most Beautiful Park in Italy'. In 2014, on the other hand, she was even dedicated to a commemorative silver coin.
Loggia dei Papi
Viterbo
(19 Km)
From the from '500 lodge there is a beautiful view over town. The structure was built near the Palace in '500 and consists of seven arches.
Rocca dei Papi
Montefiascone
(8 Km)
The Papal fortress dates back to 1207 and is located at the top a hill in a strategic and dominant position and in the past was the residence of the popes. After a long period of neglect, it has been the subject of a total restoration, respecting the original form, and that allowed to change its use in an ideal place to host events, exhibitions and cultural events. Currently the castle is open to the public and houses the Museum of Architecture of Antonio da Sangallo il Giovane.
Fortezza e Palazzo Orsini
Pitigliano
(24 Km)
Palazzo Orsini was built by the Counts Aldobrandeschi of Savona, but after an combined marriage, it became owned by the Counts Orsini, from which it retained its name. The construction dates back to the twelfth century but around the fifteenth century it was modified many times, losing its original form.
Castello Rubello
Porano
(22 Km)
Castel Rubello dates back to '200, it was built for reasons of defense. It was owned by the Valenti and since the '600 of the Avveduti family. The castle underwent renovations, turning into a dwelling. Part of the castle is also the Church, which was restored by the Avveduti family in the 16th century, unfortunately, today it is in a bad state of preservation.
Santuario di Santa Rosa
Viterbo
(20 Km)
Rebuilt in 800, it houses the relics of the saint. Known for the Machine of Santa Rosa, a bell tower 30 meters high and weighing 5 tons, which during the procession is brought on the back in the streets of the town.
Fontana Grande
Viterbo
(20 Km)
Viterbo was a city full of fountains. This was the largest and was built in '300.
Museo Civico
Viterbo
(20 Km)
With a large collection of archaeological finds, an art gallery, the museum is located in the buildings of the former convent of Santa Maria della Verità.
Necropoli di Poggio Buco
Pitigliano
(24 Km)
The tombs of the necropolis of Poggio Buco have different constructions. The oldest are dated to the 8th century BC and have only a pit dug into the tuff, while those that date back to the middle of the 7th century BC are chamber dug into the tufa rock, of the same period also date back to the larger chamber tombs. Today it is only possible to visit the room tombs. Most of the finds found are Etruscan-Corinthian ceramics.
La città archeologica di Musarna
Viterbo
(18 Km)
The archaeological site of Musarna was found in 1849 west of Viterbo. The city dates back to the fourth century BC After the excavations, important finds such as sarcophagi carved with reliefs and other objects such as mirrors, jewelry, urns, vases and sculptures of great value and beauty came to light. The site has recently been poorly maintained and cannot be visited.
Necropoli di Castel d'Asso
Viterbo
(17 Km)
Castel d'Asso is the most beautiful Etruscan rock necropolis ever brought to light. In ancient times it was called Axia, a city that dates back to the fourth century BC. The necropolis was recently discovered, in 1817 by the archaeologist Francesco Orioli. The most impressive tombs are that of Orioli, of Tetnie and the Great Tomb that has remained almost intact even internally.
Centro di Documentazione dell'Area Archeologica di Sovana
Sorano
(24 Km)
The Documentation Center for the Archaeological Area of Sovana is located in Palazzo Pretorio. Inside there are archaeological finds and reconstructive models referring to the excavations of the necropolis of San Sebastiano and the tomb of Ildebranda, illustrated thanks to some panels.
Museo del Medioevo e del Rinascimento
Sorano
(24 Km)
The Museum of the Middle Ages and Renaissance is located in the interiors of the fourteenth-century fortress of the Orsini. Medieval and Renaissance ceramic materials are on display and there are also frescoes from the sixteenth-century period. Among the ceramics are interesting some glazed windows dating from the 16th to the 18th century found in medieval wells also called “butti”.
Museo della Basilica Santuario
Grotte di Castro
(16 Km)
The Museum of the Basilica Sanctuary is located in the basement of the Basilica Maria Santissima del Suffrage. In it are collected sacred furnishings that date from the 15th to the 18th century. There are also archaeological, protohistorical, and Etruscan finds that have been found in the area. Of particular interest is a reliquary of the fifteenth century.
Museo Civico Archeologico e delle Tradizioni Popolari
Grotte di Castro
(16 Km)
The Civic Museum of Archaeological and Popular Traditions is located on the two lower floors of the Palazzo del Podestà. It welcomes various archaeological and popular tradition materials that document the history of Grotte di Castro. Great interest is the archaeological section with bucchero vases and spear heads coming from the necropolis of the territory.
Museo dell'Architettura di Antonio da Sangallo il Giovane
Montefiascone
(8 Km)
The Museum offers the opportunity to learn about the life and works of the great Renaissance architect, Antonio da Sangallo the Younger. The museum shows the Roman works of the famous architect, such as San Pietro and Palazzo Farnese. Later, we pursue with the section dedicated to the techniques and linguistic elements that characterized the artist's architecture.
Museo del Fiore
Acquapendente
(23 Km)
The Flower Museum is located inside the Monte Rufeno nature reserve. It offers a variety of exhibition routes to be able to discover the beauties that nature gives to the territory. A rich journey into the world of flowers, animals and man.
Castello di Civitella (ruderi)
Arlena di Castro
(12 Km)
The Castle is located near the big lake, Monticolo. It was built in the 19th century by its only German owner, Josef von Zastrow. The structure is composed of medieval elements: windows and staircases with pointed arch and lace decorations. At the beginning of the 20th century it became the property of the Municipality
Torre dell'Orologio e Masso Leopoldino
Sorano
(24 Km)
The Leopoldino Boulder was a fortified structure located in the historic center of Sorano and represented one of the defence fortifications of the Tufo Area. Called Rocca Vecchia, it also included the Clock Tower. It also served as a shelter for the population during enemy sieges. The Tower has a square plan with battlements on the top and below the crowning is the clock that gives its name.
Rocca Orsini
Sorano
(24 Km)
The Orsini Fortress was built during the twelfth century as an Aldobrandesca fortress. In the thirteenth century it was acquired by the Orsini family who used it as one of their most important residences. During the annexation of Sorano to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, the Fortress was transformed into the Medici military center. Currently in the building there is the Museum of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Rocca degli Ottieri
Sorano
(26 Km)
The Fortress dates back to the fifteenth century and was built by the Ottieri family in the locality of Castell' Ottieri. The structure was built around a 12th century tower built by the Aldobrandeschi. During the eighteenth century the building went under the management of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, a period when the structure underwent a heavy decline. The external parts covered in tuff flaret and three gentle coats of arms located in the wall leaning on the left side of the tower are still visible.
Castello di Vitozza
Sorano
(24 Km)
The Castle of Vitozza was built in 1572 by Niccolò IV Orsini. The building has a rectangular shape with a bell tower. Currently, the castle is in poor condition and there are only a few ruins left.
Castello di Montorio
Sorano
(26 Km)
The Castle of Montorio was built in the Middle Ages and was the property of the noble Aldobrandeschi family. During the thirteenth century the structure was sold to the Ottieri and in the fifteenth century it passed into management to the Republic of Siena. The complex is articulated by walls covered in tuff basins and there is also a circular tower located in the southeastern part of the walls. In the post-seventeenth century, the Castle was transformed into a fortified farm.
Torre di Bagnaia
Viterbo
(21 Km)
The origins of the construction of the Castle of Bagnaia, in the Province of Viterbo, are uncertain. They are thought to date back to the 13th century. The protection of the castle was guaranteed by the walls, whose shape was square. The tower, equipped with a bell tower, has undergone several restorations.
Castello Montecalvello
Viterbo
(23 Km)
The Castle of Montecalvello was built between 774 and 776 at the behest of the Lombard King Desiderio. Over the centuries it has been the property of several people, but its function has always been that of residence. Previously, the Castle was opened to the public, while today it is privately owned. Despite this, it is possible to visit the whole complex of which the church, the court and some internal parts are part of.
Castello di Vico
Viterbo
(23 Km)
The Castle of Vico was built in the middle of the 13th century. It was built at the behest of the prefects of the city. Since the castle is very old, the only part that can be admired and that is open to the public is the western façade, with the two towers on the side.
Torre di Castel d'Asso
Viterbo
(18 Km)
The Tower of Castel d'Asso is located in the province of Viterbo, on a hilly terrain. The settlements in this area date back to the Etruscan era. In fact, the Tower is a ruin of the ancient necropolis, on which the castle was then built. It is currently open to the public and open to the public.
Eremo di Sant'Antonio
Viterbo
(20 Km)
The Hermitage of Sant'Antonio is a beautiful and peaceful place of meditation and spirit, located in Viterbo. This building dates back to 1538 and was built at the behest of the Order of the Capuchin Friars. It is an austere building that is surrounded by greenery and nature. This place is among the most frequented by tourists, but above all by those who love nature and meditation.
Rocca Albornoz
Viterbo
(19 Km)
The Rocca Albornoz or National Etruscan Museum is located in the city of Viterbo. It was built in 1354 by Cardinal Gil Alvarez Carrillo de Albornoz, from whom it takes its name. Its structure is very simple and linear, embedded in a complex of ancient buildings, in excellent condition. There is also a fountain in front of the museum. Overall it is a beautiful structure that best represents the architecture of the time in which it was built. It is currently open to the public at set times.
Porta Fiorentina
Viterbo
(19 Km)
The Fiorentina Gate is one of the most important gates of the city of Viterbo. It is located in the historic center of the city, in an urbanized area, near the railway station of Viterbo.
Piazza San Lorenzo
Viterbo
(20 Km)
Beautiful medieval square with the Cathedral, the Loggia dei Papi and the Palazzo dei Papi.
Palazzo Comunale
Viterbo
(20 Km)
A beautiful building dating back to the '500 with a porch, to notice the Baroque frescoes inside.
Roccaccia di Montevitozzo ruderi
Sorano
(30 Km)
The only traces, in the present day, of the Rocca di Montevitozzo are the ruins, which dominate in the large part of the local territory and a square section that was supposed to be a watchtower. Parts of a double wall are still visible. The Fortress is also called the Roccaccia.
Bomarzo - Rovine Archeologiche di Malano
Vitorchiano
(25 Km)