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- German
- German
- Portuguese
- Portuguese
- English
- English
- Italian
- Italian
- French
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish
Explore Volterra on a treasure hunt-style walking tour, uncovering ancient history, art, and hidden curiosities with interactive quizzes at every stop. Audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. No app, no hassle—just press play and explore!
From the panoramic views over the Val di Cecina to the mysterious Etruscan Porta all’Arco, this self-guided tour takes you through centuries of Volterra’s past. Discover the city’s alabaster legacy, its Roman theater nestled into the hillside, and the medieval power center of Piazza dei Priori.
Walk through winding alleys, visit the imposing Medici Fortress, and end with a surprise inside the Chapel of the Cross—home to vivid frescoes and a masterpiece by Rosso Fiorentino.
With 8 immersive stops and riddles to solve, this gamified experience blends storytelling, discovery, and fun—one quiz at a time.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start your tour directly at Piazza Martiri della Libertà. You can open the app anywhere nearby to start your adventure.
This tour ends at Cappella della Croce di Giorno — the only indoor stop on the route, yet still free and fully included in the walking tour.
Itinerary
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1
Dalla terrazza panoramica, si apre la vista sulla Val di Cecina, un territorio ricco di risorse naturali e paesaggi scolpiti dal vento e dall’energia geotermica.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Lungo le vie del centro, l’alabastro si rivela come simbolo identitario della città, lavorato da secoli con maestria e oggi esposto in botteghe e musei.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Porta all’Arco segna l’ingresso nell’antica Velathri, una potente città etrusca dove miti, culti e arte funeraria raccontano una civiltà raffinata e misteriosa.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Piazza dei Priori rappresenta il centro politico e civile di Volterra, dominata da palazzi storici e teatro di eventi che evocano la gloria comunale e rinascimentale.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Tra vicoli e architetture in pietra, la Volterra medievale conserva l’impronta di un’epoca in cui torri, misure locali e autonomie cittadine segnavano il ritmo della vita quotidiana.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
La Fortezza medicea domina l’altura con la sua imponenza rinascimentale e custodisce al suo interno una realtà sorprendente fatta di teatro, reinserimento e speranza.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Nel sito del teatro romano, emerge il volto imperiale della città, dove spettacoli, terme e resti archeologici parlano dell’influenza di Roma sull’antica Volterra.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Nella cappella affrescata accanto a Porta San Francesco, si svela un ciclo pittorico che intreccia fede, arte e leggenda in un racconto senza tempo.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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