What to do · Viterbo and Villa Lante
Palace of the Popes and the Colle del Duomo museum
Information
- Price
- 10
- Duration
- 1 h 30
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages; under-12s free
What it is
In the 13th century Viterbo was the seat of the popes, and it was here, in the palace next to the cathedral, that the longest conclave in history was held: almost three years, until the people of Viterbo locked the cardinals in, cum clave, and removed their roof. You visit the palace with its loggia of Gothic arches, the sacristy of the cathedral of San Lorenzo and the Colle del Duomo museum, with Etruscan and Roman pieces, local painting and the treasure of the popes.
Opening times and tickets
From April to October it is open every day from 10:00 to 19:00. From November to March it closes on Tuesdays; Monday to Friday it is open from 10:00 to 13:00 and from 15:00 to 18:00, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00. Last entry one hour before closing. It closes on 24 and 25 December. Tickets cost €10 with an audioguide, €8 for ages 12 to 18, and are free for under-12s.
Tips
- Look out from the loggia From the arches you can see the valley and the San Pellegrino quarter.
- Carry on to San Pellegrino The medieval quarter begins a few minutes' walk away.
As a familyWith teenagers
