The villa where the wedding will be held is located in the green hills of northern Lazio between San Martin al Cimino and the old city of Viterbo, both 1.5km/1 miles away.
GETTING THERE
Viterbo is 80 KM north of Rome and is a 90 minute drive from Rome’s Fiumicino airport. There are many daily flights to Rome from the US.
It is also possible to take a train from the airport to Viterbo. Take the Leonardo Express train for Roma Ostiense. Change trains and take the one for Viterbo – Porta Romana or Porta Fiorentina. Schedules can be found at www.italiarail.com
THE AREA
Map of the area around Viterbo. Click to enlarge.
There is a great deal to see within half an hour’s drive: the unique gardens of the Villa Lante and Bomarzo, the over-the-top splendour of the Villa Farnese and beautiful old towns such as Vitorchiana and Montefiascone. As the centre of the Etruscan civilization some 4000 years ago, the area is liberally sprinkled with their igloo-shaped tombs, notably at Cerveteri where the local museum houses an impressive collection of their extraordinary pottery. Vineyards and wineries abound and, for a change of pace, Rome is quickly reached by a direct rail line.
DAY TRIPS
A fantastic day trip is the beautiful medieval town of Orvieto is a little less than a 1 hour drive.
The medieval town of Todi is just over an hour’s drive and is also well worth a visit.
For those of you a bit more adventurous, Assisi is a little under 2 hours away. It is the birthplace of St. Francis and the Basilica of St. Francis is a world heritage site.
WEATHER
The weather in October has average highs of 70 (21) and lows of 50 (10), so be prepared for chilly evenings.
Karen and John's Wedding 