Tour to Viterbo

What is the trip about

An hour driving from Rome or Civitavecchia port Viterbo is a city that will surprise you with its medieval beauty and its interesting history. But the city of Viterbo is definitely linked to the popes which remains its historical claim to fame. It is called  the city of Popes and its biggest attraction is, not surprisingly, the Papal Palace. Other individual sights of interest include a couple of museums, the town Cathedral and a selection of other palaces and churches. A focal point of all Italian towns and cities is its Duomo, or cathedral, so don’t miss the imposing Romanesque Duomo di Viterbo in Piazza di San Lorenzo. If you want just leave the town Just a few kilometres from Viterbo, in Bagnaia, next to Cimini Mountains there is the astonishing Villa Lante a perfect mix between garden and architecture a masterpiece in few words. The Villa was built in 1200 by the lord of Bagnaia and was completed only 3 centuries later. Viterbo and its surrounding environs are well known for their thermal springs which have been used since Etruscan times and are touted as having healing properties.Viterbo and its surrounding environs are well-known for their thermal springs which have been used since Etruscan times and are touted as having healing properties. The regal Bath of the Popes is the most famous bath structure near the city and features both indoor and outdoor pools.