Volterra - 28 km from San Gimignano

volterra

 

Volterra is a jewel of Etruscan, Roman and medieval art. From the top of the hill it dominates the whole valley. It is famous for the imposing medieval fortress and for the alabaster craftsmanship carried out with the passion and love of the past in the shops of the historic center. To visit the Etruscan Guarnacci museum with its jewels, coins and funeral urns, the Acropolis and the Etruscan Necropolis. Moreover, do not miss a visit to the alabaster laboratory, where this stone is processed for objects, statues etc. Finally, do not miss a walk through the small medieval streets in search of hidden details.