Tarquinia Trip Overview
Come and discover the mysteries that revolve around the ancient Etruscan people in its most representative city which, among other things, was the birthplace of three of the first seven kings of Rome: Tarquinia. Capital of the Etruscan Dodecapoli testifying to its influence and wealth during the 7th and 6th centuries BC in the territories of Central Italy, “Tarchna” (Etruscan name) with its splendid necropolis, known as Necropolis of Monterozzi, a UNESCO heritage site for its famous painted tombs dating back more than 2,500 years ago, and its medieval historic center will accompany you in this memorable week full of history, nature, the sea and good food!
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Tarquinia, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tarquinia, Lazio, Italy
Come and discover the mysteries that revolve around the ancient Etruscan people in its most representative city which, among other things, was the birthplace of three of the first seven kings of Rome: Tarquinia. Capital of the Etruscan Dodecapoli testifying to its influence and wealth during the 7th and 6th centuries BC in the territories of Central Italy, “Tarchna” (Etruscan name) with its splendid necropolis, known as Necropolis of Monterozzi, a UNESCO heritage site for its famous painted tombs dating back more than 2,500 years ago, and its medieval historic center will accompany you in this memorable week full of history, nature, the sea and good food!
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tarquinia
Stop At: Museo Nazionale Tarquiniense, Piazza Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour 1/a, 01016, Tarquinia Italy
The National Archaeological Museum is located in what was once Palazzo Vitelleschi, built between 1436 and 1439 at the behest of Cardinal Giovanni Vitelleschi, Archbishop of Florence at the height of his fame in the service of Pope Eugene IV
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Tarquinia
Stop At: Necropoli dei Monterozzi, SP43 – Strada Provinciale Monterozzi Marina, 01016, Tarquinia Italy
The painted tombs represent a single example of ancient and contemporary wall painting to the great Greek painting, which has survived to us. Among the masterpieces not to be missed: The Tomb of the Bulls, Hunting and Fishing (520 BC), Greetings (530 BC), Blue Demons, Lotus
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch: a seasonal appetizer, bruschetta cheeses and cold cuts; a first or second course of the season, water and wine
No accommodation included on this day.
