Volterra has its roots in three thousand years of history, visible in the ancient city walls, the imposing Porta all’Arco, the Necropolis and the archeological remains conserved in the Museo Etrusco Guarnacci. Some objects bear testimony of the Etruscan period, like the Ombra della Sera, the funerary urns and the finely crafted jewellery. The Theatre of Vallebona dates back the period of Augustus and shows the importance of Volterra under Roman domination.

Today the city conserves above all a Medieval aspect, not only because of the XII century city walls, but also because of the urban layout, with the narrow streets, palaces, tower houses and churches such as the Cathedral and the Baptistery.

The Renaissance as well had an important influence on Volterra and did not change the city’s Medieval character. From this period are the superb palaces of Minucci Solaini, Incontri-Viti and Inghirami and the Fortezza Medicea.

Alabaster crafts represent another point of great interest. Visitors can enjoy the numerous exhibitions and workshops throughout the city.

Tour 1: Cathedral, Baptistery, House-Towers, Piazza dei Priori, Theatre and Roman Bath, Via Matteotti (2 hour).

Tour 2: Etrurian Museum “Guarnacci” and walking tour like
itinerary 1 (3 hour).