Best things to see in Volterra

Palazzo dei Priori

The oldest town hall in Tuscany, this historic building also gained modern fame through Meyer's Twilight series.

Piazza dei Priori

This pedestrian square forms the civic and historical heart of medieval Volterra.

Guarnacci Museum

This museum houses a unique collection of Etruscan antiquities alongside ancient books.

Roman Theater

Uncovered during excavations in the 1950s, this ancient archaeological site reveals the city's Roman past.

Volterra Cathedral

This Roman Catholic cathedral is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.

Baptistery of Saint John

Standing directly in front of the cathedral, this thirteenth-century religious structure features a distinctive octagonal design.

Medici Fortress

Perched on the highest point of the hill, this historic fortress overlooks the town.

Art Gallery and Civic Museum

This civic museum showcases a collection of works by Italian masters alongside coins and pottery.

Viti Palace

The former residence of an alabaster trader, this historic palace now welcomes visitors as a museum.

Le Balze

View Point

Porta San Felice