Tuscia Travel Guide: Italy’s Hidden Gem Between Rome, Tuscany and Umbria
Discover Tuscia with medieval villages, Viterbo, Lake Bolsena, Etruscan heritage, thermal baths, EVO oil and slow travel ideas.
What is Tuscia?
Tuscia is a historical region of northern Lazio overlapping with the province of Viterbo. It sits between Rome, Tuscany and Umbria, with countryside, Etruscan sites, medieval villages and local food traditions.
Best places to explore in Tuscia
Key places include Viterbo, Civita di Bagnoregio, Lake Bolsena, Lake Vico, Tarquinia, Tuscania, thermal baths, Via Francigena routes, Caprarola, Bomarzo, Sutri, Montefiascone and Vetralla.
Local food and EVO oil
Tuscia is important for extra virgin olive oil, hazelnuts from the Cimini area, wine around Montefiascone, chestnuts, legumes, cured meats and local cheeses.
How to include Tuscia in your Italy itinerary
Tuscia works well as a 2–4 day extension from Rome or as a slow base for travelers who want countryside, food and history without rushing.
Via Francigena in Tuscia
Tuscia is one of the most interesting areas for travelers who want to experience the Via Francigena before Rome. The route can be explored as a full walking journey, a selected stage, a slow travel weekend or a countryside extension with Viterbo, medieval villages, local food and EVO oil experiences.