Tarquinia

Travel Guide

Tarquinia featuring heritage architecture
Tarquinia featuring heritage architecture
Tarquinia which includes heritage architecture and a city
Tarquinia showing farmland
Tarquinia showing heritage architecture

Spend days learning about central Italy’s ancient Etruscan civilization, dining at time-honored pizzerias and relaxing at beaches on the west coast near the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Tarquinia is a welcoming destination that offers a mix of historic and natural attractions. Ruled by both the Etruscans and Romans, Tarquinia went on to become a medieval stronghold. Today, the town’s hassle-free ambiance is the antidote to bustling tourist centers such as Florence and Rome.

A major town attraction is the UNESCO-protected Etruscan ruins called Necropoli di Monterozzi. This 3,000-year-old underground burial ground is home to hundreds of tombs, many decorated with frescoes that portray traditional Etruscan activities. Discover more about the life of the Etruscans, one of Italy’s earliest civilizations, at Museo Nazionale Tarquiniense.

Tarquinia’s old town is typical of those in Viterbo’s hill towns with narrow streets that lead past Renaissance-era palaces to photogenic plazas. Drink from the water of the fountain set at the heart of Piazza Giacomo Matteotti. Admire the arresting architecture of the churches: Chiesa di San Pancrazio, Chiesa di Santa Maria di Castello and Chiesa del Salvatore. Browse exhibitions of sacred paintings, sculptures and tapestries at the Carlos Chenis Museum of Sacred Art.

Sit at a square and watch as children play games, courting couples meet and groups of men and women gather for an afternoon chat. Be enticed by the alluring smells that flow from the bakeries. Join locals in celebrating the end of the working day with an aperitif or glass of wine at the town bars. Dine on homemade pasta at trattorias and sample authentic margherita pizza at pizzerias.

Drive west from the town center to reach the glorious Tyrrhenian Sea coastline. Bask in the warm summer sunshine at the public access areas and private beach clubs at Lido di Tarquinia and Tibidabo Beach. Alternatively, enjoy some family-friendly fun at Parco Avventura Riva dei Tarquini adventure playground.

Reach Tarquinia by flying to RomeOpens in a new window and then take a bus or rent a car from there. Extend your stay to visit the picturesque hill towns of Viterbo province, including VitorchianoOpens in a new window and Soriano nel CiminoOpens in a new window.

Villa Tirreno
Villa Tirreno
4 out of 5
Via Benedetto Croce 2, Tarquinia, VT
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Tarquinia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (242 reviews)
"This hotel was very nice and quiet. Hotel lobby receptionist "Kristine" was amazing and helped us to get around the area. She helped us take the bus and train into Rome. As well she schedule all our shuttle requirements. Service in the restaurant was pretty slow and on multiple times had to get the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Villa Tirreno
Smy Civico Zero
Smy Civico Zero
4 out of 5
Viale Martano snc, Marina Velca, Tarquinia, VT
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Tarquinia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
"Used this as our last night before heading to FCO for our departure of Italy. Was off season so very quiet. Majority of local restaurants were closed. Breakfast in hotel was great and the staff at check-in were great!"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Smy Civico Zero
Tarconte
Tarconte
3 out of 5
Via della Tuscia, 19, Tarquinia, VT
The price is ¥10,650 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
¥10,650
¥11,715 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tarquinia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions National Etruscan Museum ...
7.6/10 Good! (78 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

Tarconte
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.
Apartment in villa - Ideal place for lovers of relaxation
Apartment in villa - Ideal place for lovers of relaxation
Tarquinia
Stay at this apartment in Tarquinia. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Parco Avventura Riva dei Tarquini and Tarquinia Beach ...
Clean cozy cared for place
"This is the cleanest property I’ve come across in vacation rentals. It’s comfortable, cozy, close to the beach and to the highway for easy sightseeing. The balcony is huge, just like in the pics, and it’s possible to spend the whole day there thanks to partial shading. The neighborhood is small and ..."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2023

Apartment in villa - Ideal place for lovers of relaxation
Farmhouse with Pool and Golf in Maremma 10 min. from the beach
Farmhouse with Pool and Golf in Maremma 10 min. from the beach
Tarquinia
Stay at this villa in Tarquinia. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions National Etruscan Museum of Tarquinia and Tarquinia ...
Capodanno con amici
"Siamo stati con un gruppo di amici per capodanno , Struttura bella con ampi spazi sia privati che in comune. Abitazione ben accessoriata, dotata di tutti i comfort , Inoltre si trova in una Posizione comoda e facilmente raggiungibile, vicina al paese e a tutti i servizi. Giardino con campi da golf ..."

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2024

Farmhouse with Pool and Golf in Maremma 10 min. from the beach
Tarchi Apartment - Comfort and relaxation a few steps from the sea
Tarchi Apartment - Comfort and relaxation a few steps from the sea
Tarquinia
Stay at this property in Tarquinia. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions National Etruscan Museum of Tarquinia and Etruscan Necropoleis ...
Tarchi Apartment - Comfort and relaxation a few steps from the sea
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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Reviews of Tarquinia

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We were cruising and it was a great location pre-cruise just outside of the port area... Mountain top with ocean views - - Spectacular!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing area filled with friendly people and great food.

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