This stunning small city in Central Italy is best known for its cathedral, the Duomo, which also happens to be one of the largest churches in the country.
A beautiful example of medieval architecture, the Duomo is famous for the glittering mosaics decorating its façade. It also has two frescoed chapels on the inside, as well as a soaring bell tower.
Besides its impressive cathedral, Orvieto also has several other attractions.
These include the Etruscan Museum, which showcases a collection of Etruscan vases and other artifacts, and the Orvieto Underground, an ancient subterranean city with multiple caverns to explore.
In addition to enjoying the sights and sounds of the city, you’ll also be able to savor some delicious food and wine. There are many restaurants, wineries, and vineyards in and around town that are sure to satisfy your taste buds!
Curious to know what else Orvieto has to offer? Keep reading for a comprehensive list of recommendations
The 36 Most Popular Things To Do In Orvieto, Italy
36. Palazzo Gualterio
4.0 (1 review)
Credit: Luca Tornusciolo, Google Maps
Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
35. Tomba Golini
4.0 (1 review)
Credit: Christopher Hall, Google Maps
Location: 05010 Porano Province of Terni
34. Porta Soliana
5.0 (1 review)
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Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
33. Necropolis of Cannicella
3.6 (5 reviews)
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Location: SP43 Orvieto TR
32. Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Orvieto
4.8 (6 reviews)
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Location: Piazza del Duomo Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-341039
Web Address: https://musei.umbria.beniculturali.it/musei/museo-archeologico-nazionale-di-orvieto/
31. Il Paese delle Rose
4.9 (7 reviews)
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Location: Localita Rocca Ripesena Rocca Ripesena TR
Tel: 338-194-0386
Web Address: https://paesedellerose.it/
30. Sasso Tagliato
3.5 (8 reviews)
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Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
Web Address: https://orvietoviva.com/il-miracolo-di-bolsena-e-la-leggenda-del-sasso-tagliato/
29. Orvieto CARTA UNICA – CITYPASS
4.8 (8 reviews)
Location: P Cahen Funicolare c o Parcheggio della Funicolare Streetr della Direttissima Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-340168
Web Address: http://cartaunica.it/
28. Cantina Castello di Corbara
4.8 (10 reviews)
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Location: Localita Corbara 7 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-304035
Web Address: http://castellodicorbara.it/
27. Palazzo Coelli
4.2 (11 reviews)
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Location: Via Ippolito Scalza 21 Orvieto TR
26. Torre di Maurizio
4.6 (13 reviews)
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Location: Via del Duomo Orvieto TR
Web Address: http://guide.umbriaonline.com/news/cosa-vedere/torre-del-maurizio-orvieto.html
25. Cascata del Montacchione
3.9 (13 reviews)
Credit: Luca Rosati, Google Maps
Location: 05010 Porano Province of Terni
24. Tomba etrusca Hescanas
3.2 (17 reviews)
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Location: SP55 2 Porano TR
Tel: 328-543-0394
Web Address: https://facebook.com/ecomuseodelpaesaggiodeglietruschi/
23. Cantina Custodi
4.7 (19 reviews)
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Location: Viale Venere snc Canale Nuovo TR
Tel: 0763-29053
Web Address: http://cantinacustodi.it/
22. Ruins of Etrurian Temple of Belvedere
3.6 (29 reviews)
Credit: Andrea Ciccorelli, Google Maps
Location: Giardini Pubblici in Piazza Cahen Orvieto TR
Web Address: https://orvietoviva.com/tempio-del-belvedere/
21. Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Servi
4.2 (30 reviews)
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Location: Via Belisario 2 Orvieto TR
20. Campo Della Fiera. Sito Archeologico
4.6 (33 reviews)
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Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
Web Address: http://campodellafiera.it/
19. Abbey of Saints Severus and Martirio
4.6 (33 reviews)
Location: Localita La Badia Orvieto TR
Web Address: http://labadiahotel.it/
18. Museo Emilio Greco – Orvieto
4.1 (46 reviews)
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Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
Web Address: http://museomodo.it/it/museo_emilio_greco.html
17. Madonna del Latte
4.9 (70 reviews)
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Location: Localita Sugano 11 Orvieto TR
Tel: 335-649-0956
Web Address: http://madonnadellatte.it/en/winery
16. Anello della Rupe
4.4 (86 reviews)
Credit: Andrea Ferriani, Google Maps
Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
15. Church of Saint Agostino
4.4 (98 reviews)
Location: Piazza S Giovenale 7 Orvieto TR
Web Address: http://museomodo.it/it/chiesa_sant_agostino.html
14. Rocca Albornoziana, Orvieto
4.4 (208 reviews)
Location: Via Postierla 301 Orvieto TR
13. Church of Saint Dominic
4.4 (223 reviews)
Location: Piazza Ventinove Marzo 13A Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-347154
12. Funicolare di Orvieto – Scalo
4.4 (446 reviews)
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Location: Via della Pesa 27 Orvieto Scalo TR
Web Address: https://orvietoviva.com/funicolare-e-bus-orvieto/
11. Chiesa di Sant’Andrea
4.4 (711 reviews)
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Location: 05018 Orvieto Province of Terni
10. Torre del Moro Orvieto
4.5 (739 reviews)
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Location: Corso Cavour ndeg 87 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-344567
Web Address: https://coopcarli.it/servizi-al-turismo/
Our Top picks
9. Chapel of St. Britius
4.8 (4 reviews)
Credit: jonathan pallini, Google Maps
Location: Piazza del Duomo 26 Orvieto TR
8. Etruscan Museum “Claudio Faina”
4.4 (69 reviews)
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Location: Piazza del Duomo 29 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-341216
Web Address: http://museofaina.it/
7. Nécropole du Crucifix du Tuf
4.2 (230 reviews)
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Location: Via Volsinia Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-343611
Web Address: https://musei.umbria.beniculturali.it/musei/necropoli-etrusca-del-crocifisso-del-tufo
6. Museo dell’Opera del Duomo di Orvieto
4.5 (238 reviews)
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Location: Piazza del Duomo 26 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-342477
Web Address: https://orvietoviva.com/museo-dellopera-del-duomo/
5. Palazzo Del Capitano Del Popolo
4.5 (532 reviews)
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Location: Piazza del Popolo 1 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-344617
4. Pozzo della Cava
4.6 (1,401 reviews)
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Location: Via della Cava 28 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-342373
Web Address: https://pozzodellacava.it/
3. Orvieto Underground
4.6 (1,513 reviews)
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Location: Piazza del Duomo 23 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-340688
Web Address: http://orvietounderground.it/
2. Well of St. Patrick
4.5 (14,246 reviews)
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Location: Piazza Cahen 5B Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-343768
Web Address: https://liveorvieto.com/esercente02/
1. Duomo di Orvieto
4.8 (15,033 reviews)
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Location: Piazza del Duomo 26 Orvieto TR
Tel: 0763-341167
Web Address: https://opsm.it/
Final Words:
Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Orvieto, Italy! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!
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