Etruscan and Roman Archaeological Sites

Welcome to the millenary history of Lazio, in search of the eternal discoveries that represent the past, present and future of our region.

UNESCO necropolises of Tarquinia and Cerveteri

UNESCO necropolises of Tarquinia and Cerveteri

The Necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia, UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2004, exceptional testimonies of the Etruscan Heritage, are a unique example of urban development in pre-Roman Italy. The frescoes in the houses and tombs, representing everyday life, are...

Archaeology, nature and legend in Vulci

Archaeology, nature and legend in Vulci

Ancient ruins, gorgeous forests, winding rivers, healing waters, and even a small lake. Let us relive mysterious legends of a bygone times in the territories of Montalto di Castro and Canino in the Tuscia Viterbese, the heart of the Etruscan civilization. Not to be...

Necropolis of Monterozzi at Tarquinia

Necropolis of Monterozzi at Tarquinia

Located at 20 km from Civitavecchia and 80 from Rome, the Necropolis of Monterozzi at Tarquinia has been a UNESCO site since 2004. It extends for 75 hectares and houses about 200 sepulchres. What is most impressive about this site is the enormous quantity of painted...

Necropolis of Banditaccia, Cerveteri

Necropolis of Banditaccia, Cerveteri

Halfway between Rome and Civitavecchia, at 50 km from the Capital, in Cerveteri we find the Necropolis of Banditaccia, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2004, which is by far the finest example of Etruscan funerary architecture and extends over a volcanic rock...

The Vespasian Baths in Rieti

The Vespasian Baths in Rieti

Travelling from Rieti along the ancient Via Salaria towards Ascoli - L'Aquila, we find the Cittaducale area. The entire plain is crossed by the Rivers Velino and Peschiera and at one point you will find yourself in front of the Vespasian Baths that bear the name of...

Temple of Jupiter Anxur

Temple of Jupiter Anxur

Jupiter Anxur is a large sacred area located along the original tract of Via Appia, Regina Viarum, that passed through the strategic and military centre of Terracina (Latina). The archaeological area situated at the top of Sant’Angelo mountain is 136 km from Rome and...

The ancient Romans in the Velino Valley

The ancient Romans in the Velino Valley

A couple of hours from Rome, the Sabina and the Cicolano area protect tangible signs of the history of the Romans and their strong bond with the territory of the province of Rieti, crossed by the Velino River, in the unspoilt nature of the millennial forests and...

Vulci

Vulci

Near Montalto di Castro, 120 kilometers from Rome, we find what was once one of the most powerful and important city-states of Etruria, Vulci, where Etruscan remains as well as those of the period of Roman rule are still well preserved. Vulci, an economically...

Tiberius’ Villa

Tiberius’ Villa

Tiberius' Villa is in the Latina province, 150 kn from Rome and 2 km from Sperlonga, one of the most beautiful towns in Italy, situated towards the end of the public beach. Together with other Roman dwellings along the coast, the Villa is one of the most amazing...

The archeological area of Ferento

The archeological area of Ferento

A few kilometres from Viterbo we find an extremely interesting archeological site: Ferento, initially an Etruscan settlement, then and an urban, political and commercial centre of Ancient Rome. The town, in constant conflict with Viterbo, was destroyed in 1172 with...

Villa Adriana in Tivoli, a UNESCO Heritage

Villa Adriana in Tivoli, a UNESCO Heritage

A visit to the monumental remains of Villa Adriana, a few kilometres from Rome, will offer us the opportunity to experience the history and culture of the place, and to contemplate enchanting landscapes. The Roman Villa and Thermal Baths in Tivoli are among the most...

Treja Valley and Via Amerina

Treja Valley and Via Amerina

In the province of Rome, near Mazzano Romano, just 50 kilometres from Rome, we find ourselves in a natural landscape with a long geological history that, over the centuries, has defined the formation of hills, cliffs, and slopes. The various eruptions of the...