Things to do in Orvieto

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St. Patrick\'s Well featuring interior views
Duomo di Orvieto featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
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1. Duomo di Orvieto

The Duomo di Orvieto is a splendid Gothic structure that looms over the old town of Orvieto. Dating back to the late 13th century, the cathedral was initially built as a shrine to a relic from a miracle. Today, it is one of Italy’s most iconic cathedrals. Admire the classic religious façade that can be seen from most parts of the town.
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Duomo di Orvieto showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

2. Orvieto Funicular

The Orvieto Cable Car is an innovative transport system dating back to 1888. It is an efficient mode of transport for carrying passengers between the charming old town zone and the modern development surrounding the Orvieto Railway Station. Enjoy the pleasant views of the Umbrian countryside on your journey up the fortress hill, home to the town’s most significant landmarks.
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Orvieto Funicular showing signage and heritage architecture

3. Orvieto Underground

The Etruscan Orvieto Underground is comprised of a network of caves and tunnels that date back around 2,500 years. The pathways interlink, creating a subterranean world that has helped archeologists find out about Orvieto’s former inhabitants. Meander through the labyrinth of open caves to learn about the Etruscan era of this historic region.
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Etruscan Orvieto Underground which includes caves and interior views as well as a large group of people

4. St. Patrick's Well

St. Patrick’s Well is an innovative cliff-top construction built to source water in the event of a medieval siege. Pope Clement VII ordered its assembly after escaping a besieged Rome and taking refuge in Orvieto. Walk the stairwells pockmarked with internal windows for a glimpse into Orvieto’s history.
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St. Patrick\'s Well featuring interior views

5. Moro Tower

Moro Tower is an impressive structure built in the late 1200s to defend the town and symbolize its prosperity. The path to the top includes a small elevator followed by a set of 236 steps. Hear the boom of the half-hourly bell toll from anywhere in the town center.
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Moro Tower which includes heritage architecture

What to do in Orvieto

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Duomo di Orvieto showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Duomo di Orvieto

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Gaze at this cathedral’s remarkable façade, which is rich with glowing mosaics, carved details and vibrant frescos of biblical figures.

Duomo di Orvieto
Orvieto Funicular showing signage and heritage architecture

Orvieto Funicular

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Ride through a charming channel of trees and appreciate Umbria’s undulating terrain on your trip to the old town of Orvieto.

Orvieto Funicular
Etruscan Orvieto Underground which includes caves and interior views as well as a large group of people

Orvieto Underground

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Learn about ancient techniques involving pigeon keeping and tool construction in the labyrinth of mysterious caves beneath Orvieto’s old town.

Orvieto Underground
St. Patrick\'s Well featuring interior views

St. Patrick's Well

Descend into the eerie abyss of this 16th-century mountain well to admire its intriguing layout, seemingly countless arched windows and lucky coins.

St. Patrick's Well
Moro Tower which includes heritage architecture

Moro Tower

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Climb the stairs to reach the top of this historic tower and be rewarded with an unobstructed panorama of Orvieto’s medieval streets.

Moro Tower

MODO

You can browse the exhibits at MODO, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Orvieto. Discover the countryside and cathedral in this family-friendly area.

MODO

Parco dei Sette Frati

Explore the great outdoors at Parco dei Sette Frati, a lovely green space in Orvieto. Discover the countryside and cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Parco dei Sette Frati

Palazzo del Popolo

Learn about the local history of Orvieto with a stop at Palazzo del Popolo. Discover the countryside and cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Palazzo del Popolo

Teatro Mancinelli

Get tickets for a show at Teatro Mancinelli, a theatre with a story to tell in Orvieto. Discover the countryside and cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Teatro Mancinelli
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