Hotels Tarquinia, Guesthouses Tarquinia and Residences Tarquinia

Tarquinia is an important tourist centre of the province of Viterbo, as well as one of the most beautiful and best preserved medieval cities of Lazio. Situated along Strada Statale Aurelia, it is especially known for its Etruscan necropolises. The nearby hamlet of Tarquinia Lido gathers compelling beaches and well-groomed bathing establishments.

Hotels in Tarquinia have developed a long tradition in the sector of tourism and hospitality. The local guest houses welcome tourists with the utmost courtesy and kindness, and give them the possibility to enjoy modern comforts and excellent services and facilities. Tarquinia's farm houses are idyllically set amidst the glorious surrounding countryside, while the local residences, that are the ideal accommodation facilities for both families and groups of friends, are situated a short distance from the sea.

Tarquinia is also known as "Lazio's San Gimignano", since its old town is scattered with plenty of perfectly preserved medieval buildings. Walking down the city's historical districts, visitors will have the possibility to admire the typical architectures of the Middle Ages. Tarquinia's most beautiful buildings are the Municipal Palace, the church of St. Pancrazio, Palazzo dei Priori, the church of St. Martino and the church of St. Spirito. Not to be missed is the church of St. Maria di Castello, that still retains its XII-century architectural plan and is embellished by precious Cosmati-style artworks. The Duomo cherishes prestigious frescoes by Pastura.
The city's most important building is Palazzo Vitelleschi, that was realized according to the canons of both Gothic and Renaissance architectural styles. It is currently the seat of the National Archaeological Museum, one of the most important exhibitions of its kind in Europe that contains precious finds and remains dating back to the Etruscan Age. The visit of the museum is complemented by the tour of the local necropolis, that extends for five kilometres across a nearby hill. It includes a high number of tombs that bear witness to the fundamental role was once played by the Etruscan society.
Tarquinia also gathers compelling beaches that overlook the Tyrrhenian sea and the mouth of the river Marta. Tarquinia Lido boasts beguiling sea, well-groomed bathing establishments, modern sports facilities, charming footpaths and trendy night clubs.