Palazzo dei Papi (Palace of the Popes)
Palazzo dei Papi
Historic Gothic-style palace in Viterbo, Italy, that served as a papal residence and the site of the first and longest papal election conclave in history.

📜 Historic Gothic-style palace in Viterbo, Italy.
🔍 Served as a papal residence for two decades in the 13th century, site of the longest papal election.

Why Go

🏰 Explore the former seat of the papacy outside Rome
🏛️ Witness the Sala del Conclave, site of the first and longest papal election
🚶 Discover Viterbo's 'City of the Popes' history
🎨 Admire Gothic architecture and adjacent Duomo

Tips

💡 Visit the adjacent Colle de Duomo Museum for papal treasures.
🚶‍♀️ Observe the palace's impressive scale from the Valley Faul side.

🅿️ Parking

Street parking available in the vicinity of Piazza San Lorenzo.

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