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The Top 20 Castles in Viterbo

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from in Viterbo. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Bolsena Old Town and the Rocca Monaldeschi

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Dominated by the massive Rocca Monaldeschi, Bolsena is located on the northern shore of the homonymous lake of volcanic origin and not far from the same place where, in prehistoric …

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Viterbo Papal Palace

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The palace of the Popes of Viterbo is located in Piazza San Lorenzo, a must-see for its historical and architectural interest

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Historic Center of Sutri

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beautiful village, I recommend to visit it

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Rocca Farnese of Capodimonte

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The Rocca Farnese, located in Tuscia, is an imposing 16th-century structure built around a medieval tower, which dominates the historic center of Ischia di Castro. The palace, unfinished for centuries, …

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Piazza San Lorenzo and the Viterbo Cathedral

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The old town of Viterbo is a real jewel among the numerous medieval towns of Italy. In many cases, the old town is characterized by churches and palaces from the …

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Palazzo Farnese of Caprarola

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Caprarola is one of the most significant urban examples of the 1500s. The ancient medieval village was pierced to allow a spectacular straight path to pass through which from the …

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Borgia Fortress of Nepi

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The famous noble family of Borgia is originally from Spain. At the beginning of the 15th century, they came to power and money in Italy. Rodrigo Borgia, later Pope Alexander …

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Celleno Vecchio and Orsini Castle

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Recent archaeological discoveries have confirmed the Etruscan origins (4th-3rd centuries BC) of Celleno Vecchio, a settlement that enjoyed a great position, i.e. the ancient communication route between Orvieto, Bagnoregio and Ferento.

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Fortress of the Popes

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The Rocca dei Papi is an ancient fortress built by Innocenzo III at the end of the 12th century to protect the village of Montefiascone.
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Tuscania

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Tuscania, in the Viterbo area, is one of the most fascinating villages in Tuscia, the area where the Etruscans lived. Numerous, in fact, are the testimonies left by the ancient …

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Civitella Cesi

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Very nice village nestled in the Tolfa Mountains, all around fabulous landscapes and wild nature

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Bolsena Old Town and the Rocca Monaldeschi

Viterbo Papal Palace

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Rocca Farnese of Capodimonte

Piazza San Lorenzo and the Viterbo Cathedral

Palazzo Farnese of Caprarola

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