Pozzo della Cava Tours and Tickets

Visit the Pozzo della Cava in Orvieto with a pre-booked admission ticket that illuminates the history of Orvieto. Learn about the ancient Etruscans, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance as the Pozzo reveals layers of history in the underground complex.

Orvieto’s soaring cathedral and underground warren of ancient tunnels and caverns are two of the city’s highlights. Explore both in a single visit with this guided tour with just 15 people. Avoid the hassle of keeping up with a large group and delve into the history and architecture of Orvieto’s magnificent Duomo before venturing below the streets to discover a hidden network of hand-dug tunnels, some dating back to the Etruscan era.

Make the most of your time in Orvieto on a tour of top landmarks with a trip to the neighboring hill town of Civita di Bagnoregio, known for its panoramic views of the valley. In addition to covering all necessary entrance fees, your guide provides a wealth of little-known facts and stories at each stop on the itinerary, from medieval underground tunnels to lunch with views of the Orvieto Cathedral.

This is the best tour of Orvieto! Take your time to get amazed by the facade of Orvieto's Cathedral, one of the most beautiful churches in the world. Explore the hand-made tunnels of an underground area of the city and see the memories of the ancient Etruscan civilization. Walk along the impressive medieval walls and stop at the viewpoints to admire great panoramas of the countryside.

Orvieto stands out on a tuff hill, showing off its jewels, first of all the wonderful Duomo. Under it, another city is hidden and preserved, dug over the centuries through the rock. Walking through the streets, we will discover two unique architectural jewels. The first is the Pozzo della Cava: this is a complex from the Etruscan era with various hypogeal environments and a well dug into the tuff rock on which the city rests. The second stop of the visit that we will reach with a short walk is the famous Well of St. Patrick: this water structure dates back to the sixteenth century and had the dual function of water supply in case of disaster but also a refuge in case of attack. Designed by Antono da Sangallo il Giovane, it has the peculiarity of having a double staircase whose access is guaranteed by separate doors that allow for totally separate access flows. 54 meters deep, this engineering jewel will be the highlight of this exciting guided tour.