Things to do in Province of Viterbo

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Sutri featuring heritage elements
Viterbo showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
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Sutri showing building ruins and a garden

Province of Viterbo Attractions

Smaller cities have an atmosphere you won't find in their larger counterparts. Make a list of all the fun and exciting things to do in Province of Viterbo before you head off so you can make the most of your vacation. You'll soon see that bigger doesn't always mean better!

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Province of Viterbo must see attractions

1. Lake Bolsena

Lake Bolsena is Italy’s fifth-largest lake and one of Europe’s biggest crater lakes. It was formed some 370 millennia ago after an eruption in the Volsini volcano complex created a huge basin. Lake Bolsena has an area of 28,170 acres (113.5 square kilometers). It’s a popular place for recreational pursuits and is surrounded by volcanic sand beaches and a handful of picturesque towns and villages.
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Lake Bolsena which includes general coastal views and a beach

2. Tarquinia Beach

Restaurants and bars with terraces providing scenic vistas of the Tyrrhenian Sea make Tarquinia Beach the perfect spot for an aperitif at sunset. Spacious and pristine, the sandy strand also has plenty of fun activities for all the family. After a day in the sun, visit Tarquinia Beach at night for a romantic meal or a family dinner at one of the restaurants that serve seafood caught in the region.
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Tarquinia featuring swimming, a coastal town and a sandy beach

3. Sacro Bosco

Get ready to be amazed by the statues and sculptures that decorate the Parco dei Mostri (Park of the Monsters). The park dates back to 1552, when Prince Vicino Orsini established it as a memorial to his late wife. It sat overgrown for many years before being brought back to life in the mid-1900s. Today, Parco dei Mostri is a playground of mannerist sculptures set around a labyrinth of well-groomed Italian gardens.
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Parco dei Mostri showing a statue or sculpture

4. Viterbo Cathedral

Viterbo Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Lorenzo) is an architecturally impressive church that looms over the hilltop Piazza San Lorenzo. Established in the 1100s, legend states that the cathedral stands on the site of an ancient Etruscan temple of Hercules. It was reconstructed in the 16th century and restored after bomb damage during World War II. Today, Viterbo Cathedral forms part of a medieval complex, which includes a papal palace, loggia and museum.
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Viterbo showing heritage architecture

5. Faggeta del Monte Cimino

The Faggeta del Monte Cimino is a dense and scenic beech forest gracing the slopes of the mountain of the same name. Its hiking trails make for an ideal destination for walking, horseback riding and mountain biking. Visit Faggeta del Monte Cimino in different seasons to see the full spectrum of color, from the blossoms of spring and summer to the changing colors and falling leaves of autumn and winter.
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Soriano nel Cimino which includes forests

What to do in Province of Viterbo

Free Things to Do in Viterbo

A visit to Viterbo doesn't have to hurt your hip pocket. You won't have to spend a penny if you go to:

Fontana Grande - Get to grips with some of the interesting history of the region through this attraction.

Piazza San Lorenzo - Wander down the sidewalks and get lost in the ambiance of this favorite local hangout.

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo - Connect with your spiritual side or simply soak up the peaceful atmosphere at this holy place.

Things to Do in Province of Viterbo with Kids

Province of Viterbo is a wonderful place for a family vacation. Bring the little ones along and try these top family friendly experiences together:

 

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Popular day trips from Province of Viterbo

Moro Tower showing a city and heritage architecture

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Bracciano

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Civitavecchia

Orte showing farmland

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Grosseto featuring a hot spring

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Amelia

Amelia

Pitigliano

Pitigliano

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You'll barely have time to pull your wallet out of your backpack with so many fantastic free attractions:

  • Tarquinia Beach
  • Vulci
  • Viterbo Cathedral
  • Basilica Santuario Santa Maria della Quercia

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