Location: Volterra
Top Things to do in Volterra
10 Free Things to do in Volterra That You Shouldn't Miss
Volterra is a walled mountaintop town in the Tuscany region of Italy of which its history dates to before the 7th century BC and has substantial structures from the Etruscan, Roman, and Medieval periods.
Restaurants in Volterra
1. Fabula Etrusca
2. Gloria Giannelli
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
3. La Cantina di Fabio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
La Cantina di Fabio is an authentic wine cellar, operating since 1968 in a perfectly located area just out side the main city walls. Coming from the famous etruscan walls, “le Balze” and the church of San Giusto, specifically positioned to provide easy accessibility for foreign buyers, who can load up directly outside the shop. Without traffic restrictions, our unique cellar offers foreigners wine tasting and “operatif” hors d’oeuvre platters, but also we cater to high demand retail suppliers and can sell good quality wine by litre. Our main clients are restaurant owners and foreign clients who stock up while on tour, but also curious tourists who stop by to try local specialities, volterran products and try our wide selection of cold meats, cheese and organic olive oil.La Cantina di Fabio is locatedin B.go S: Stefano, coming from the famous Etruscan walls "Le Balze" and the church of S.Giusto, 300 meters from Porta S.Francesco right there, in a break while walking up into the historic center.Booking Tasting for group.It is possible book group wine tasting and buy products from our shop directly. On site Tasting for a few people.
Reviewed By PaulMS - Munich, Germany
We booked a wine and olive oil tasting with food here and we weren't disappointed. Nice little place, a hidden gem and a must do in Volterra.
4. Boutique del Tartufo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 72 reviews
Family-run shop specializing in the sale and tasting of fresh truffles and artisanal products with truffles. The truffle grows in the woods surrounding Volterra We are truffle hunters since 1996
Reviewed By AlbertSalichs - Manresa, Spain
Boutique del Tartufo is a shop located in the old town of Volterra, a wonderful medieval town in Tuscany Region, in Italy. Here you can buy and taste some truffle products. Really, if you are a gourmet or a truffle-lover, here you can taste and excellent quality products with truffle like a focaccia di pecorino e tartufo nero (focaccia with pecorino cheese and black teuffle) or a focaccia di funghi e tartufo bianco (focaccia with mushrooms and white truffle). Very recommendable to buy local products (with truffle obviously).
5. alab'Arte
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By H4931YJadams - New York, United States
My wife and I had 2 objectives for visiting Volterra: Etruscan history and alabaster. When leaving the Etruscan Museum, we asked for directions to an alabaster shop and were directed right around the corner. We entered to find not just a shop, but a workshop where Roberto was hard at work on a commission. Upon entering he came over to greet us, introduced himself and spoke to us about different kinds of alabaster. We watched him as he worked on a piece and then browsed over the pieces for sale in the workshop. While we would have loved to buy a lamp, we were concerned about it breaking in transit. We ultimately settled on two vases/candlesticks and a small handful of smaller tealight holders. We highly recommend a visit to Alab Arte. It is worth a trip to Volterra.
6. Kalpa Art Living
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 70 reviews
Kalpa Art Living - art galleries and interiors in the midst of Tuscan beauty. Presenting a unique spiritually conscious lifestyle where nature, culture and intellect breathe together to become a unique fusion of wabi-sabi and Italian aesthetics.
Reviewed By IlonaL - Hilversum, The Netherlands
In the historic center of Volterra, Olga Niescier has her beautiful gallery Kapla Art Living. For me as a photographer it is an inspiring space with tasteful art and beautiful use of materials. Definitely a must to visit when you are in Volterra !!
7. Porta all'Arco
8. Rossi Alabastri Volterra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By juliewD1435BS - Boise, United States
The shop is tucked away.....this is not something you will just run into on the Main Street. Tucked away in a corner. I was glad our guide knew enough to take us here. Mr. Rossi's greetings were warm and inviting from the beginning. He was quick to point out that this is the real stuff!! There are inexpensive copies out there, but this is the real deal!! He took us into the workshop, where one of the craftsman showed us on the lathe, how to work the alabaster into something special. I wonder if these guys develop lung problems?? No mask, no protective eye wear? Really a special place to visit, and learn about this wonderful ancient handicraft. You will feel like you have known this family for years. And owning something made by their family is definitely a treasure to have in your home! I was visiting with a friend, but this tour would be enjoyed by families with children as well. I can see groups of teenagers loving this too. Really a cool place.
9. Chiesa di San Lino
10. Societa Cooperativa Artieri Alabastro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
