Vitorchiano Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Wander along storybook medieval streets lined with palaces, pizzerias and taverns to experience the captivating charm of an Italian hill town.

Vitorchiano is one of a collection of atmospheric hill towns that you can visit while touring Italy’s Viterbo province. The town sits majestically atop a cliff and in the shadow of the forest-clad slopes of Monte Cimino. Founded by the Etruscans and later ruled by the Romans, today Vitorchiano offers medieval architecture, welcoming restaurants and sweeping views.

Much of Vitorchiano’s appeal lies amid the walled and unspoiled historic district situated at the northern edge of the town. This compact area is ideal to explore on foot and be transported back to a bygone era. Gaze up at grand palaces such as the Renaissance-style Palazzo Comunale. Visit the Church of Saint Mary and the 15th-century St. Agnes Convent. Look for a fountain decorated with carved symbols of the Four Evangelists.

Note how the historic quarter forms a triangular shape and is protected on either side by two deep ravines. Step outside the defensive walls to find terraces, which afford uninterrupted views of the ravines, rolling hills and thick woodland.

Scattered around the streets of the medieval quarter and the southern section of the town are a collection of bars, pizzerias and trattorias. Sample locally produced cheeses, salami and wines. Browse the boutiques and handicraft and souvenir shops set along the streets that fan out from Piazzale Umberto I.

Vitorchiano is about 5 miles (8.5 kilometers) east of Viterbo, the provincial capital, and 60 miles (97 kilometers) north from Rome. Popular among day trippers, the town also has a good selection of guesthouses and hotels for those that wish to stay overnight.

The Viterbo province is an excellent destination for cycling and driving. Rent a bike or car and tour the appealing towns within close proximity to Vitorchiano. Bomarzo, Orte and Soriano nel Cimino are all less than a 30-minute drive away. Alternatively, go fishing, kayaking and swimming at Lake Bolsena.

Hotel Duomo
Hotel Duomo
3 out of 5
Vicolo Di Maurizio 7, Orvieto, TR
The price is NZ$232 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$232
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Orvieto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews)
"This hotel was right next to the Duomo. It was in a great location for visiting the museums and archeological sites of the area. We had a large room. Breakfast had all sorts of pastries as well as cheeses and meat. It had an outside terrace which was nice to enjoy at happy hour. The hotel staff helped ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Hotel Duomo
Palazzo Piccolomini
Palazzo Piccolomini
4 out of 5
Piazza Ranieri 36, Orvieto, TR
The price is NZ$268 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$268
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Orvieto. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (301 reviews)
"Location, Staff."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Palazzo Piccolomini
Altarocca Wine Resort Adults Only
Altarocca Wine Resort Adults Only
LOC. ROCCA RIPESENA 62, Orvieto, TR
The price is NZ$343 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$343
per night
17 May - 18 May
Book a stay at this spa country house in Orvieto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
True Tuscany Experience
"Amazing location in the hills above Orvieto. A beautiful resort with stunning scenery. Quiet and relaxing. Very comfortable rooms and the breakfast was fantastic. Very friendly staff. Only a 10 minute drive to Orvieto which is an incredible Tuscan hill town."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Altarocca Wine Resort Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Antico Borgo La Commenda
Antico Borgo La Commenda
Località Commenda 98, Montefiascone, Viterbo
Stay at this vacation home in Montefiascone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bagnaccio Hot Springs and San Flaviano Church ...
9/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"The property is amazing great view and large rooms. It is very romantic. You are away from the city and you can hear the birds."

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2020

Antico Borgo La Commenda
Palazzo Catalani Resort
Palazzo Catalani Resort
4 out of 5
Via Montecavallo 26, Soriano nel Cimino
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Soriano nel Cimino. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Palazzo Chigi-Albani and Castello ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"Such a beautiful resort. Absolutely breathtaking. The staff were all so amazing and helpful. Rome was about 1.5 - 2 hours away by transit but it was so worth it to stay at this resort. Very easy to take the transit. Very authentic Italian and lots of shopping and restaurants near by. This resort ..."

Reviewed on 7 Dec. 2023

Palazzo Catalani Resort
Big estate with private pool, large garden 20km from Todi & 34 from Spoleto.
Big estate with private pool, large garden 20km from Todi & 34 from Spoleto.
Montecastrilli
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Montecastrilli. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Foresta Fossile di Dunarobba and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Excellent villa experience
"As others have said, even more lovely than photos. We were 8 couples aged 23-77 for a week with room for more. A real advantage is the en suite bathroom situation, albeit some bathrooms and showers roomier than others. Highlight is outdoor dining patio where we took all meals given the mild September ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sep. 2023

Big estate with private pool, large garden 20km from Todi & 34 from Spoleto.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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