Viterbo Underground

Journey into the ancient labyrinth beneath Viterbo

★ 4.3 · 56 ratings20 min

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A woman in a long dark dress stands in a dimly lit stone-walled passageway with arches and a staircase illuminated in warm light.

Narrow stone tunnel with rough, textured walls. Dim lighting illuminates the cave-like interior.

Underground cave with lit lanterns, rough walls, and a staircase leading to an upper level. The area is illuminated with a warm glow.

Dimly lit underground cellar with stone walls, arched doorways, and metal-railed stairs illuminated by small lights.

Dimly lit, stone-walled underground tunnel with arched ceilings, steps, and faint lights along the path.

Duration20 min

LocationViterbo

Languages2 tour languages

The experience

Journey into the ancient labyrinth beneath Viterbo

The labyrinth under the city of Viterbo has seen its share of drama over the centuries. It is thought to date back to the Etruscan era, but we can say with certainty the tunnel network was used as a secret escape route during sieges or invasions in the Middle Ages. It came into use again during WWII, acting as an air raid shelter.

There are untold stories lurking in the shadows. Pluck up your courage and enter the darkness on this 20-minute guided tour around Viterbo's subterranean world.

What’s included

20-minute guided tour of underground Viterbo (short route, long route, or both routes, depending on your selected ticket option)
English and Italian-speaking guide
Small tasting of local delicacies

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