Location: Tarquinia
Top Things to do in Tarquinia
Things to do in Tarquinia, Lazio: The Best Tours
Tarquinia (Italian: [tarˈkwiːnja]), formerly Corneto, is an old city in the province of Viterbo, Lazio, Italy known chiefly for its outstanding and unique ancient Etruscan tombs in the widespread necropoli or cemeteries which it overlies, for which it was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status.
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1. Rome Countryside: Etruscan highlights of Tarquinia and Cerveteri
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
On this tour you will learn about the etruscan civilization and you will have the chance to see and vist Tarquinia and Cerveteri, two of Italy’s great Etruscan cities, whose origins could date from as far back as the 9th century B.C and famous for a number of Etruscan necropolises.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, English speaking tour driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned Luxury vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fees
Reviewed By R8876FNjons
Gilberto and Max of Discovery Tours provided the day trip of a lifetime to Anzio where I followed in my father's footsteps to see where he served his country in World War 2. Discovery Tours handled all the logistics, trip planning and detailed information on the battle sites and Anzio campaign with consummate professionalism. I learned much and thanks to Gilberto and Max, have a much deeper and personal understanding of the challenges my father and all other servicemen and women faced during this critical time in history. I enthusiastically recommend Discovery Tours to enrich your travel experience in the wonderful country of Italy.
2. Private Etruscan History Tour from Civitavecchia: Tarquinia and Tuscania
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Step back in time and discover the rich history of the Etruscans. Etruria was once a thriving region region of Central Italy, located in the area that covered what is now Lazio, Tuscany and Umbria. Most of what people know about Etruscan civilization comes from paintings and artifacts artifacts that have been unearthed after being buried for thousands of years. Etruscans migrated from Asia minor, spoke a language that has yet to be deciphered, and were energetic warriors and seamen. Learn all this and more on this interesting, exciting, fact-filled, private 8 hour journey.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Port pickup and drop-off, Tarquinia and Tuscania city maps, Driver/guide, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, If you would like to visit the Tarquinia Museum and Necropolis the entrance fees are: 6 EUR for the Museum, 6 EUR for the Necropolis, or 8 EUR for both, If you would like to visit the Tuscania museum and Necropolis, entry is free
Reviewed By goeast140
We were there for a excursion on November 14/2019 booked thru Expedia. My other review states the problems we encountered on our once in a lifetime retirement trip...this day was completely ruined for us! Expedia is really not much help, they sponser this company thru their website (Expedia ended up losing ALOT of future bookings, we went with Viator, never a problem with them so far), but do not care that it is a less than savoury company! I guess no matter what time they show up, as long as they do... they feel they did their job! Dissappointing and a fraud! We have been trying to get a proper refund amount since this "excursion"... with no luck from either company!1 We feel it should be Expedia compensating us since they are the promoter!! Just say NO to this company!!!
3. Day tour from Rome to the Etruscan necropolis of Tarquinia and Cerveteri
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a fun informative and relaxing day trip from Rome to the world heritage sites of Cerveteri and Tarquinia protected by Unesco. These are two city-like necropolis feauturing spectacular monumental tombs painted and carved in the rock. A private driver and a local guide will pick you up at your hotel in Rome or at the port of Civitavecchia in a comfortable new air conditioned minivan. You will have the chance to visit some of the hidden treasures of Lazio countryside including Lake Bracciano, the Medieval town of Tarquinia and the best surviving examples of Etruscan culture in Italy.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By Karyn R
A lovely lady called Gulia took my husband and I on a walk round Rome sampling food and drink from various shops and a superb pasta lunch. If you are going todo this tour I advise you not to eat much beforehand as we finished the tour around 2:00pm and did not eat another thing all day. We had meats and cheese with some wine to start off with and then followed this in a picturesque market square with tasting various oils and vinegars. Roman Pizza and beer were next, followed by a delicious lunch of two different types of pasta. Then followed dessert of either cannoli or tirimisu at another stop off point, ice cream and coffee to finish. Never felt so full. Guila was full of interesting conversation about her city. All in all a great day out ending at the Trevi fountain.
4. Before The Romans: The Etruscan Unesco Heritage Site Of Tarquinia
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Discover the Etruscans on this walking cultural tour and visit the city of Tarquinia with its UNESCO world heritage site. Explore the ancient Etruscan necropolis with tombs painted more than 3000 years ago. Learn about the extraordinary artwork in the tombs, which predates the Romans and gives unique insight into the ancient culture and daily lives of the Etruscan people. Leave the necropolis go the National Etruscan Museum. Finish your time in Tarquinia by relaxing and enjoying an authentic Italian lunch, in a traditional local restaurant. Savor the unique and dazzling flavours of the Lazio region, for the perfect end to your day of discovery.
Inclusions: Lunch, ticket entrance fee to Necropoli, ticket entrance fee to Etruscan National Museum, tour escort city centre
Exclusions: Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions, licensed guide
Reviewed By Dennis P
2 Years ago some friends of ours told us about this tour. We did not know much about the Etruscans or Tarquinia - what an experience! The guide picked us up at our hotel in Civitavecchia and we drove to the cute little town of Tarquinia - then out to where the Etruscans were buried in caves underground. There are about 20 different graves that you have to walk down many steps to be able to see - each one holds unique colorful murals. Then we ate a fabulous Italian lunch and then to the Etruscan museum to see all the artifacts that have been discovered. Our guide took us on a tour of the old city in Tarquinia and then back to the hotel late afternoon - very unique excursion that we highly recommend!
5. Etruscopolis: Once Were Etruscans
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Etruscopolis is a trip in the bowels of the Earth, along the centuries in the Etruscan Civilization.It is an authentic artistic masterpiece which tries to defeat the strain of the centuries corroding and fading everything fleeting! It is a plunge in the past in the middle of decoreted tombs, homes, secenes of daily life, faithfully reproduced by the artist Omero "the last Etruscan". In fact in the large museum area of Etruscopolis, vases and bronzes of Etruscan inspiration are created not reproduced by OMERO who becomes in this way the continuator of the art of his ancient fathers. The artist Omero has managed to discover the secret of the archaic dough and the ancient manufacturing techniques, so that his creations are authentic even to the most sophisticated tests. For this reason, because of their strong resemblance to the original objects, they are sold with a certificate attesting its provenance like at British Museum or Metropolitan Museum in New york City.
Inclusions: Lunch, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Port pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Gratuities, professional guide
Reviewed By Dennis P
2 Years ago some friends of ours told us about this tour. We did not know much about the Etruscans or Tarquinia - what an experience! The guide picked us up at our hotel in Civitavecchia and we drove to the cute little town of Tarquinia - then out to where the Etruscans were buried in caves underground. There are about 20 different graves that you have to walk down many steps to be able to see - each one holds unique colorful murals. Then we ate a fabulous Italian lunch and then to the Etruscan museum to see all the artifacts that have been discovered. Our guide took us on a tour of the old city in Tarquinia and then back to the hotel late afternoon - very unique excursion that we highly recommend!
6. Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port to Etruscan Countryside
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This day excursion is designed for those who wish to discover the highlights of the ETRUSCAN villages. From the Port of Civitavecchia you will enjoy a beautiful ride in the countryside of Lazio region. You will visit the ancient towns of Tarquinia and Cerveteri and admire the greatest Etruscan museum in the world.
Inclusions: English Speaking Driver, Pick-up and drop-off, Private tour, Hop-on Hop-off Tour, Transport by private vehicle, Admission fee to the Museum of Cerveteri, Admission fee to the Necropoli of Tarquinia
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By coltraveler12
Our driver, Nik, was excellent! We saw the highlights of Rome and catacombs in a few hours, including stops for lunch and coffee. It was a hot day, so traveling in a cool vehicle was very welcome. First class service!
7. Tarquinia and Tuscania from the port of Civitavecchia
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visiting the Tuscia is a magnificent experience, because you are immersed in splendid areas, which represent the naturalistic and historical heritage of the country of Italy. Who discovers Tuscia falls in love with it, it is sweet full of different landscapes and still barely touched by tourism, it has everything and much more than the famous nearby Tuscany but much more authentic, it has uncontaminated natural parks, precious archaeological sites of the great Etruscan civilization, Food and fabulous wines ... So why not take advantage of it?
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop, Gratuities, Ticket for attractions and / or museums.
Reviewed By Luciusboheme94
The service was perfect. I would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to Rome. The staff was nice and super friendly. My driver, Paolo Rapone, was very friendly and efficient. I will repeat!
8. From Civitavecchia Before The Romans: The Etruscan UNESCO Site of Tarquinia
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4.9 based on 16 reviews
Discover the Etruscans on this guided cultural tour and visit the city of Tarquinia with its UNESCO world heritage site. Explore the ancient Etruscan necropolis with tombs painted more than 3000 years ago. Learn about the extraordinary artwork in the tombs, which predates the Romans and gives unique insight into the ancient culture and daily lives of the Etruscan people. Leave the necropolis go the National Etruscan Museum. Finish your time in Tarquinia by relaxing and enjoying an authentic Italian lunch, in a traditional local restaurant. Savor the unique and dazzling flavours of the Lazio region, for the perfect end to your day of discovery. This tour includes pickup/drop off from Civitavecchia with an English-speaking driver, air-conditioned transportation. At about 15.30 PM we will start to come back to the port of Civitavecchia.
Inclusions: Lunch, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, ticket entrance fee
Exclusions: Gratuities, professional guide
Reviewed By Jennifer M
Palazzo Farnese is amazing. Brilliant frescoes cover the walls and the Royal staircase is stunning. I have never seen anything like this before. And everything went extremely smoothly. We were picked up by a white Mercedes with a very knowledgeable and helpful driver _ Andrea. He told us all about the history of the Farnese Palace and about the countrydide we travelled through. This included crops grown, an Etruscan aqeduct, villas passed and a lake. As much of Viterbo was closed due to an upcoming public holiday he offered us a great alternative_ a visit to the Etruscan tombs at Tarquinia_ a UNESCO world heritage site. And for lunch he took us to a small restaurant serving locally produced food. The trip was superb and excellent value for money.
9. Civitavecchia Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Tarquinia and Tuscania
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
While in port in Civitavecchia, discover the achievements of Etruscan culture on a private shore excursion to the ancient hill towns of Tarquinia and Tuscania. This is an independent day trip; your private driver will chauffeur you to the two towns, where you can explore on your own and see what you wish. In Tarquinia, attractions include the town’s necropolises (large burial grounds) and the Etruscan museum, where you can see well-preserved tombs. In Tuscania, explore the ancient historical center or visit the beautiful Roman Basilica of San Pietro.
Inclusions: Private driver, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Port pickup and drop-off, Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exclusions: Entrance fees to attractions in Tuscania and Tarquinia, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Alli S
We did a private wine country tour with Francesco in October 2019 (it has taken me entirely too long to write this review). We had a great time with Francesco. He is so personable and was so much fun to spend the day with. Ask him to tell you the story of why there are black roosters on Chianti Classico wine bottles. Francesco is very professional, was able to accommodate a change in plans based on our preferences, and delivered top-notch service throughout the day. If (when) we go back to Florence, we will be giving Francesco a call!
10. Tarquinia & Tuscania from Civitavecchia
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Tarquinia, cradle of the Etruscan civilization, is situated in a wonderful position near the Tyrrhenian Sea; it preserves some of an unbroken history from the Etruscan legend of Tagete to present days. Famous and powerful, Etruscan Tarquinia stood on the Civita hill. From here the birthplace of three of the seven kings of Rome: Tarquinio Prisco, Numa Pompilius and Tarquinius Superbus. After its destruction, it has developed the modern town on the opposite hill . Here the medieval Tarquinia knew new glory imprinted in majestic towers, in the sober and elegant Romanesque churches, in the sturdy walls . Minimum of passengers required for this tour 6 people. On Monday all the museums in Italy are closed for day off.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks
Reviewed By Derek N
When you have done Rome several times from the cruise stop in Civittavechia try the tombs visit to Cerveteri - 3000 to 4000 years old an a Unesco heritage place to see. The best station to get off the train is Cerveteri - Ladispoli . The bus to Cerveteri old town / Necropolis goes from the station square; the old town is on a hill and quaint. On the way back to Civittavechia by train a stop at the seaside resort of Santa Marinella is worth an hour or so for a look around.
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