Pozzo della Cava
A recently discovered Etruscan well located in a residence on Via della Cava. This hand dug well is 36 meters deep (over 118 feet) and consists of two parts..
Church of Sant Angelo
This beautiful church in the center of Orvieto, was built on the ruins of an ancient temple and in the Middle Ages and had a considerable importance…
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Abbey of Saint Severo and Martirio
Sitting just below the cliff in the countryside of Orvieto is a majestic Abbey of Saint Severo and Martirio. A twelfth-century monastery that now houses a hotel…
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First Time in Orvieto Guided Tours
“First Time in Orvieto” private guided tours for those who visit Orvieto for the first time and want to closely know its attractions, curiosities and best places. Available in 2 hours, 3 hours or 4 hours
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Church of Santi Apostoli
The Church of Santi Apostoli is located in the historic center of Orvieto and has become one of the exhibition halls of the Museo MODO…
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Church of San Giovanni
Situated in Piazza San Giovanni the church of San Giovanni Evangelista is one the most ancient in Orvieto. It was probably built over the ruins…
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Church of Sant Agostino
An ancient church in the Gothic style, built 1264 by Augustinian friars on the pre-existing church of Saint Lucia, it still preserves some of the frescoes of the life of St. Augustine…
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Church of San Lorenzo de’Arari
A typical Romanesque church, which was rebuilt by Franciscans in accordance with the ancient tradition of Orvieto…
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Church of S.Maria dei Servi
This modern-looking church is located near the beginning of Corso Cavour, on Via Belisario, along a street that connects Via Roma and Corso Cavour…
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Church of San Domenico
Originally a San Dominican monastery, today the church is only partially intact, and there is no trace of the ancient cloister which was probably placed…
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Church of San Giovenale
The oldest church in Orvieto, San Giovenale was built in 1004 on the ruins of an ancient Etruscan temple (probably dedicated to Tinia the Etruscan “jupiter”…
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Fanum Voltumnae
The excavation area called “Campo della Fiera” where excavations are still in progress, which according to a collective opinion of historians…
Etruscan Temple of Belvedere
This site is located near the entrance of the city of Orvieto, in the vicinity of Saint Patrick’s Well and just before Piazza Cahen. It sits in a shady area…
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Etruscan Necropolis of Crocifisso del Tufo
The necropoli del “Crocifisso del Tufo”, along with the remains of the Temple of Belvedere, is one of the witnesses visible to this day to the Etruscan…
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Fortezza Albornoz
This is a castle or fortress accessible from Piazza Cahen, which now houses beautiful public gardens. Originally the fort had a moat and drawbridge…
Palazzo del Popolo
The palace was built around the 14th Century and was home to a very important institutional figure of the city during the Middle Ages…
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Orvieto Underground
A guided tour of the underground of Orvieto is an exciting experience to see the remains of an old olive oil mill, Medieval throws, and dovecotes…
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Church of San Francesco
For a long time, this large church served as the “cathedral” of the Orvieto, also becoming a stage of important historical events like the canonization of the French King…
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Church of Sant’Andrea
Located next to the Town Hall in the beautiful Piazza della Repubblica, this church has undergone significant architectural changes over time, and now has a beautiful facade flanked by a twelve-sided tower…
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Museo dell’Opera del Duomo
The exhibit of the Opera del Duomo Museum is located on the second floor of Palazzo Soliano and the building of the Papal Palaces…
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