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Beyond the Cathedral

Discover Orvieto

What to see, where to walk, how to get around and where to find the authentic soul of the city: an essential guide to experiencing Orvieto beyond the Duomo.

Orvieto in images

The city and its Cathedral

Panoramic view of Orvieto on its tufa rock
The tufa rock
View of Orvieto Cathedral from the Torre del Moro
View over the city
Central nave of Orvieto Cathedral
Central nave
Apse of Orvieto Cathedral
Apse and nave
Gothic columns and arches of Orvieto Cathedral
Columns and arches
Facade of Orvieto Cathedral in Piazza del Duomo
The facade
Piazza del Duomo in Orvieto
Piazza del Duomo

The city

A city out of time

Orvieto is one of the most captivating historic towns in Umbria: built on a spectacular tufa rock, it holds a compact, panoramic centre rich in Etruscan, medieval and Renaissance layers.

The Duomo is its absolute symbol, but Orvieto offers much more: panoramic towers, feats of engineering, underground routes, artisan workshops, wine and local cooking.

Not to miss

What to see in Orvieto

St. Patrick’s Well

An extraordinary Renaissance engineering feat, famous for its double helical ramp that allows visitors to descend and ascend without crossing paths.

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Torre del Moro

One of the city’s vertical landmarks, with a panoramic terrace looking out over Orvieto and the surrounding valley.

Orvieto Underground

The city’s subsoil tells of centuries of excavation, caves and workshops, with guided tours into the hidden heart of Orvieto.

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Palazzo del Popolo

One of the most representative civic buildings of medieval Orvieto, an urban landmark alongside the historic squares of the centre.

Local flavors

Where to eat in Orvieto

Orvieto is also a serious food destination. Local cooking makes the most of cured meats, cheeses, Umbrian olive oil, meat sauces, truffle and the wines of the area, among them Orvieto Classico DOC.

Trattorias and osterias in the center

The streets of the historic center are ideal for stopping at a trattoria and tasting Umbrian flavors in a cozy, authentic setting.

Wine bars and tastings

Wine is an essential part of the Orvieto experience: in the wine bars of the centre it is easy to find tastings devoted to local labels.

Countryside and surroundings

In the countryside around the town, farm stays and properties set among the hills offer a slower, more rural reading of the area.

Artisan shops and local products

Among workshops, markets and small shops you can find local specialities, olive oil, wine, cured meats and products rooted in Umbrian tradition.

Getting around town

How to get around Orvieto

The historic center is best explored on foot. If you arrive by train, the most convenient option is the funicular, which links the station to Piazza Cahen; from there you continue on foot or by city minibus.

From Piazzale Cahen to the Duomo the walk is straightforward and takes about ten minutes, crossing the heart of the city.