The Surrounding Area
The city, the towns that are situated around Civitavecchia form the territory which, as a whole, is qualified to be part of a real tourist itinerary; if, in fact, one has a change to visit the area, it is clear that this area is full of the most varied elements, all of which are of interest to tourism in general (art, history, culture, archeology, nature, entertainment, attractions, etc.).In summary, we can trace a general picture starting from the coastal towns that extend to the south of Civitavecchia.
Starting from the town that is furthest away - Cervetri, it may be affirmed that is town, whose extraordinary fame is mainly attributable to its great importance as an Etruscan city which dates back to the XIII century BC when it was called "Caere"; but there is another aspect of this beautiful town that deserves mention and that is its extraordinary geographical position, since it rises close to the sea and next to the Lake of Bracciano (downstream). Continuing along the Via Aurelia towards Civitavecchia, one can stop and visit the enchanting Santa Severa, a town famous mainly for the splendid medieval castle that faces the sea and the numerous archeological treasures that refer mainly to the ruins of Pyrgi (one of the main Etruscan ports of Caere), situated near the castle itself: at the same time, there are also a variety of facilities for those that love the sea, beaches and the night life.Leaving behind Santa Severa and proceeding along the Via Aurelia in the same direction, just before Civitavecchia there coastal town of Santa Marinella opens out; this town today mainly aims at tourism, not only because of the numerous archeological findings from all ages, but also for the highly equipped summer establishments which line the coast.Continuing further down to Civitavecchia where, following the via Terme di Traiano in the direction that leads to the highway turnoff for Grossetto, it is possible to visit the famous Tolfa mountains, formed by hills that reach 638 meters above sea level and are bounded off by the Mignone river; these hills, which are also a famous natural park, are of notable naturalistic interest, characterized by their extraordinary and still uncontaminated nature, and archeological interest, due to the presence of numerous Etruscan necropolis; from here one reaches the top of the hill and can finally visit the extraordinary town of Tolfa, rich in traditions, some of which are the expression of an ancient culture that dates back to the Middle Ages like, on the other hand, all the architecture in this place.Taking the Aurelia route again, after about 10 kilometers in the direction of Grosseto, one comes to the famous Tarquinia; it could be said that this is the Etruscan town by excellence, rich in history, culture and archeological treasures of the Etruscan people of which, to this date, very little is known; but Tarquinia is not only this; it in fact presents itself as an ideal Summer location, since its beach is characterized by bathing facilities that are capable of ensuring that a tourist's stay is truly pleasant.