A Day Trip to Orvieto from Rome, Orvieto, Italy

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If you are looking for an excursion from Rome, why not try a day trip to Orvieto? This is a classic Italian hill town in the southwest of Umbria. Visit for the scenic location, medieval quarter and artisan shops. And don鈥檛 miss the historic cathedral 鈥� or its miraculous relic.

Umbria is full of medieval hill towns, but Orvieto is the most accessible from Rome. Sitting on top of a tall volcanic rock, it was originally an Etruscan settlement, and later a fortress. The walls surrounding the fortress still remain, and provide several vantage points from which to appreciate the spectacular views of the Umbrian countryside. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: A Day Trip to Orvieto from Rome
Guide Location: Italy » Orvieto
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Karen Warren
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