Tourist Guide: What to See in Volterra, Jewel of Tuscany

The Art Gallery and Baptistery

Inside Palazzo Minucci-Solaini, located close to the cathedral, we can visit the city's picture gallery. Inside the palace you will find works of art dating from the period between the 12th and 17th centuries, with artists of the calibre of Rosso Fiorentino, Jacopo di Cione and Benozzo Gozzoli. A few steps from the palace is the Baptistery of San Giovanni, characterised by a façade interspersed with pilasters and small arches of Romanesque origin.

The Etruscan Walls

One of Volterra's most fascinating and distinctive features are its ancient walls, dating back more than 2000 years. At various points in the city, it is possible to admire these imposing remains of defence, which tell of the long history and the civilisations that have alternated over the centuries.

The Enrico Fiumi Park

Dedicated to the famous sculptor Enrico Fiumi, this park offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the countryside tuscany. It is the ideal place for a rejuvenating break after exploring the historic centre. Among the tree-lined avenues, flower beds and works by Fiumi, you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the nature.

The Volterra Festival AD 1398

If you have the chance to visit Volterra during the summer, don't miss the Volterra AD 1398 festival. During this event, the city goes back in time to medieval times, with performances, historical re-enactments, markets and open-air workshops. It is a unique opportunity to experience the atmosphere of the Middle Ages and enter even further into the history of this wonderful city.

Restaurants and wine cellars in which to savour Tuscan cuisine

Don't forget to take some time to enjoy Tuscan cuisine. In Volterra, you will find numerous restaurants and wine cellars where you can enjoy typical dishes such as ribollita, la T-bone steak or Tuscan pecorino cheese, all accompanied by a good glass of wine from the Tuscan hills.

Conclusions

Volterra is not just a city, it is a whole world to be discovered, a treasure to be treasured. Walking its cobbled streets, admiring its ancient walls, breathing the air that has seen millennia of history pass, you will travel through time and live an incomparable experience that will enrich you inside. On the other hand, isn't it said that 'travelling is like dreaming: the difference is that not everyone, upon waking, remembers something, while everyone keeps warm the memory of the destination from which they returned'? Pack your suitcase and let yourself be amazed by the magic of Volterra. Happy journey!