Discover Tarquinia at your own pace! Your ride to UNESCO-recognized Tarquinia transports you to an awe-inspiring necropolis filled with incredibly preserved tomb paintings and captivating relics. Wander the medieval streets, explore the treasures housed in the National Museum, and immerse yourself in one of Italy’s most significant archaeological sites. After a day of uncovering timeless wonders and ancient stories, you’ll begin your journey back, bringing home memories of Tarquinia’s enduring allure.
Once at Tarquinia, you'll have the freedom to explore the painted tombs, museum collections, medieval quarter, and Etruscan heritage at your leisure. Meanwhile, your driver will wait for you nearby, ensuring a stress-free return trip.
The Necropolis is largely smoothly paved and manageable for most visitors. However, some tombs are only accessible via steep staircases. Visitors with mobility limitations should check in advance which tombs can be viewed comfortably, as not all areas are equally accessible.
Tarquinia is about 13 miles (21 km) from Civitavecchia, making it one of the closest day trip destinations available from the port. The drive takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes, leaving you more time to explore once you arrive.
It is one of the best. Few places in Italy offer such direct and well-preserved contact with the Etruscan civilization that preceded Rome. Between the painted tombs, the National Museum, and the medieval town, Tarquinia rewards visitors with a deep and layered historical experience that feels genuinely off the beaten path.
Absolutely. The medieval old town of Tarquinia is well worth exploring, with winding cobblestone streets, Romanesque churches, and the National Museum of Tarquinia, which houses a superb collection of Etruscan artifacts including the famous winged horses terracotta relief. The town also has a lovely hilltop setting with views over the surrounding countryside.
The Necropolis is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 to 17:00. It is closed on Mondays. Hours may vary during public holidays, so checking ahead of your visit is always a good idea to avoid disappointment.
The Necropolis contains dozens of decorated underground burial chambers adorned with vibrant frescoes depicting scenes of banquets, athletics, hunting, and daily Etruscan life. Only a selection of tombs is open at any one time to preserve the paintings, but what is visible is genuinely extraordinary and unique in the world.
Tarquinia is one of Italy's most important Etruscan cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is famous for its remarkable Necropolis, which contains underground painted tombs dating back thousands of years, making it one of the finest examples of Etruscan art and funerary culture anywhere in the world.
Tarquinia's cuisine is rooted in the flavors of northern Lazio. Look for lombrichelli, a thick hand-rolled pasta similar to pici, typically served with mushroom or lamb ragu. Local wines from the nearby Etruscan Coast area also pair well with the hearty regional cooking.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.