Archaeological excursion to the Rocca della Falconiera in Ustica
Overview
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2 hours
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During this cultural tour, in addition to discovering an important archaeological reality relating to the Roman era where their very important necropolis stands out, you will be projected to a vast knowledge of the island of Ustica starting from the history of the confined from the 1920s to the 1960s also of historical personalities known as: Antonio Gramsci, Amedeo Bordiga and Nello Rosselli. You can observe and learn about the only volcano on the island that is still visible and enter the Rocca della Falconiera - home to several civilizations - from where you can admire a breathtaking view of the entire island.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable clothes and shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Rocca della Falconiera
Walking along via Calvario we will talk about the history of the two wars and the confined people who lived on the island and then go to the discovery of the Roman hypogea and how they understood the sacredness of death. It will take place a detailed explanation of the last volcano on the island. It will end by climbing to the top of the hill with the wonderful panorama observable from the Rocca. And much more...
What‘s Included
Masks
Bottled water
Pickup points
Hotel Clelia
Via Sindaco I 29 Italy
Sogni Nel Blu
Via Della Vittoria, 9/11, Italy
Ca' Serta
Via Petriera, 14 Italy
Ariston Hotel
via della Vittoria 5, Italy
Ustica Hotel Residence
Via Petriera, Italy
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Archaeological excursion to the Rocca della Falconiera
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
VITTORIO, the talking soul of USTICA
L8721JKangelav,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Discovering USTICA with Vittorio was like being guided by the speaking soul of the island. He is a person of high cultural level, able to reach the most diverse audience. In him, passion and competence are accompanied by the extraordinary ability to welcome those who choose to know this beautiful island. You cannot go to USTICA without having at least one experience with Vittorio Arnò. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
The passion for the history of Ustica
violat205,,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It's not just the sea on this beautiful island. There's more to it, too, like its history, its roots. And Vittorio knows how to tell, enthuse, entertain telling not only didactically, as sometimes even expert guides do, but involving the partecipants. He knows how to keep attention sharing anecdotes near and far and also make us enjoy emotions such as the conclusion with the green ray of sunset. The engine of everything is the love for her island that makes her love us more. Highly recommended excursion.
Vittorio, soul of the island
domenicab513,,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is not only the sea that tells Ustica, nor only the stars to draw the sky. There is a voice that vibrates between rocks and paths, a guide that does not accompany: it enchants. Vittorio is not a guide: is wind that knows the name of each plant, is lava that remembers the birth of the island, is star that knows how to tell the legends of the sky. With him you don't just walk: You travel through time, science, myth, and you laugh, you listen, you discover silence. With a lightsaber in hand and a narrator's gaze, he transforms the nights into heavenly theaters, where even the most distracted roll their eyes and feel part of the cosmos. In the deep blue of the Marine Protected Area, Vittorio becomes fish, guide, guardian. Every rock has a name, every seaweed a story, it is also those who fear the sea come out in love. His knowledge is as vast as the sea, but it is his love for the island that overwhelms. Because he doesn't act, he lives. It doesn't teach, it shares. Then yes, we can say it: Ustica has an extra natural heritage. It is not made of rock, coral or wind. It is made of flesh, heart and voice. His name is Vittorio. Thank you for making our holiday unforgettable. See you soon, in Ustica! Elvira and Mimma
Nives and Mauro 2024 - Verbania
marianivest2024,,Jul 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stayed in Ustica in June, participating in some experiences with Vittorio and Irene who with rare skill and sympathy made us discover and experience the small great treasures of the island. Thanks to them we felt welcomed by friends. Thank you.
Climb to the fortress
cristinasC4110XI,,May 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The visit was very pleasant due to the engaging passion and lively presentation of Vittorio, the Usticese guide.
The wonderful surprise
manuelagL9933PB,,May 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A marvel with a storyteller who fascinated us and transported us far away, recalling the most beautiful memories of our school days!
Beautiful excursion
ClaudioZuc,,Jun 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vittorio expert guide, and very pleasant person, absolutely recommended experience, we will keep the memory for a long time
The thousand faces of Ustica discovered thanks to Vittorio.
Marina S,,Aug 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ustica is a wonderful island, certainly be able to discover its secrets with a guide like Vittorio made it even more magical, has greatly improved, the quality of our trip!
Journey into the heart of Ustica!
Trek715939,,Jul 7, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughter and I actually took part in other excursions in addition to the archaeological one, both naturalistic and geological. They all turned out to be extremely interesting and pleasant, led by Vittorio Arnò, a person prepared, nice and sincerely passionate about his island! All excursions are finished with spectacular sunset views! For those who go to Ustica, you must take part in at least one , at least to get a little into the heart of the island!
Beautiful
annanJ8451YE,,Jun 28, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With my partner we visited Ustica participating in the 'geological and archaeological excursion organized by Ciprea. Between astronomy and mythology we contemplated the sky of Ustica with an admirable description of the constellations made by an exceptional guide, Vittorio Arno'. Council Ustica, wonderful island full of charm and history but above all I recommend to be guided by Ciprea, Vittorio .. to discover the colors, plants, smells and foods of an island that is worth a visit
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