Things to do in Volterra

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Medici Fortress featuring heritage elements
Roman Theatre which includes building ruins, theater scenes and heritage elements

Volterra Attractions

It's not difficult to find fun things to do in Volterra. Educate yourself on the local history and check out the best sights in this charming city. Sort out your itinerary now so you're raring to go once you arrive.

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Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 35 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $74 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Truffle Hunting in Tuscany

Truffle Hunting in Tuscany

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $433 per adult
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Truffle Hunting in Tuscany

Truffle Hunting in Tuscany

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $433 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Truffle Hunting and Cooking Class in a Farm in Colle Val d'Elsa

Truffle Hunting and Cooking Class in a Farm in Colle Val d'Elsa

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $308 per adult
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San Gimignano to Siena PRIVATE E-Bike Tour + Pick Up & Drop Off

San Gimignano to Siena PRIVATE E-Bike Tour + Pick Up & Drop Off

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $465 per adult*
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Recommended things to do in Volterra

Number of things to do
139
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Volterra Interactive City Tour: $8
Top 5 things to do
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What to do in Volterra

Free Things to Do in Volterra

Leave your purse in the hotel. It's a snap to have a blast in Volterra without paying a cent.

Porta all'Arco - Take a stroll around this historic place and learn a couple of secrets from times past.

Parrocchia Basilica Cattedrale - Get a deeper understanding of local religious beliefs at this spiritual sanctuary.

Roman Theatre - Contemplate the stark contrast between the big city and nature's wonders at this beautiful spot.

Things to Do in Volterra with Kids

There's fun for the whole family in Volterra. Here are a few family friendly experiences you can do together that are sure to make your break unforgettable:

 

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Medici Fortress which includes heritage elements

Medici Fortress

4/5(1 review)

Admire the majestic towers and walls of the ancient castle that rises above Volterra and is now a prison and a restaurant.

Medici Fortress
Cathedral of Volterra which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Cathedral of Volterra

Praised for its magnificent interior artworks and colorful chapel, this church is worth a stop if you find yourself in the town of Volterra.

Cathedral of Volterra
Roman Theatre featuring heritage elements, building ruins and theater scenes

Roman Theatre

4.5/5(59 reviews)

Wander to the north of historic Volterra to discover the remains of an ancient amphitheater, which still bears many of its original features.

Roman Theatre
Piazza dei Priori which includes heritage elements

Palazzo dei Priori

5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Volterra when you stop by Palazzo dei Priori. Discover the beautiful countryside while you're in the area.

Palazzo dei Priori
Porta all\'Arco featuring heritage architecture

Porta all'Arco

Learn about the ancient Etruscan civilization at this city gate, which marks the historic entrance to Volterra.

Porta all'Arco
Etruscan Museum showing heritage architecture

Etruscan Museum

Get insight into Tuscany’s ancient history when you explore the collection of antiquities on display in one of the continent’s oldest public museums.

Etruscan Museum
Volterra featuring heritage elements, interior views and heritage architecture

Rossi Alabastri Volterra

You can take time to visit Rossi Alabastri Volterra during your travels to Volterra. Discover the beautiful countryside while you're in the area.

Rossi Alabastri Volterra
San Gimignano showing heritage architecture

Chiesa di Sant'Agostino

Delight in the contrast between the simple exterior of this ancient church and the glorious interior, awash with masterpieces by famous Italian artists.

Chiesa di Sant'Agostino
Province of Pisa

Palazzo Pretorio

After visiting Palazzo Pretorio, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Volterra. Discover the beautiful countryside while you're in the area.

Palazzo Pretorio

 

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Popular day trips from Volterra

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Colle di Val d'Elsa

San Gimignano featuring street scenes and shopping as well as a large group of people

San Gimignano

Gambassi Terme

Gambassi Terme

Montaione

Montaione

Casole d'Elsa

Casole d'Elsa

Piazza dei Priori which includes heritage architecture

Montecatini Val di Cecina

Photo "Mazzolla" by LigaDue (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by LigaDue (CC BY-SA)

Mazzolla

Pomarance

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