Discover the Region
Local Excursions
Explore off-site and deepen your sense of Umbria’s spirit. A visit to Orvieto will be enhanced by exploring any of the following suggestions.
Visiting Nearby
Wineries and Vineyards
Sip Umbrian whites and bold reds where they are grown and are cultivated—among the vines, with the sun on your shoulders and the stories poured beside the wine.
Walking Tours through Orvieto’s Historic Center
Wander along the town’s well-worn alleys and golden piazzas with a local guide who brings these weathered sites to life—one tale, one tower, one hidden fresco at a time. Not to be missed is a tour of Orvieto’s famous underground caves.
Duomo di Orvieto
Orvieto’s magnificent Duomo (cathedral) is considered one of the must-see churches in Italy for its stunning gold-and-mosaic Gothic facade and magnificent frescoes by Luca Signorelli, who had a great influence on Michelangelo’s work in the Sistine Chapel.
Truffle Hunting
Join local truffle hunters and their dogs for a trek through the woods in search of black or white truffles in what is arguably Italy’s most fertile region for this earth-grown delicacy. (Seasonal)
Civita di Bagnoregio
A journey to this “fairy-tale town” involves walking across a pedestrian bridge to reach it. Inside, you can explore its medieval streets, learn about the local history, and enjoy panoramic views. Civita di Bagnoregio has escaped the modern age due to its topography. An afternoon spent in this gem of a city is not to be missed.
