What to do · Orvieto
Underground Orvieto: guided tour of the tuff caves
Information
- From
- €10 per person
- Duration
- 1 h
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages
What it is
Orvieto sits on a crag of volcanic tuff, a soft stone that is easy to dig, and for centuries its inhabitants dug beneath their houses: cisterns, wells, cellars, quarries, mills and dovecotes. The Orvieto Underground tour covers part of that labyrinth, with views of the valley from the caves opened in the face of the crag.
What the tour is like
It lasts an hour and leaves from the ticket office at Piazza Duomo, 23, every day at 11:00, 12:15, 16:00 and 17:15, except 25 December. It costs €10 (€8 for students, seniors and large groups). It is given in Italian; in Spanish, if you ask in advance. In summer and at weekends, book at least the day before by phone or email.
Tips
- Ask for the Spanish slot when you book There are no fixed tours in Spanish.
- Combine it with the Duomo It leaves from opposite the cathedral.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to book?
It is recommended, especially in summer and at weekends, at least the day before.
Is it in the Carta Unica?
Yes, the Orvieto Carta Unica includes it.
As a familyWith teenagers
Who runs it
- Orvieto UndergroundGuided visit to underground Orvieto Visit their website
