4Viterbo – Thermal Baths and Medieval Alleys

About 1 hour and 45 minutes away by train, Viterbo is a treasure of northern Lazio often overlooked by tourists. Known as the “City of Popes,” it once served as the papal residence in the 13th century. 

The medieval quarter of San Pellegrino is a maze of stone houses, arches, and flower-decked balconies that seem untouched by time. Nearby, the Terme dei Papi offers natural hot springs where visitors can soak in warm, mineral-rich waters surrounded by hills. Between history and relaxation, Viterbo makes for a perfectly balanced day trip.