Orvieto Holidays

Orvieto Holidays - A fun-filled location
Orvieto holidays offer a lively and vibrant destination in southwestern Umbria, with the city best known for its highly rated white wine, colourful pottery and majestic black and white striped Duomo. Located high on a flat plateau made of volcanic stone, which in turn rises up amongst the rolling green Umbrian hills and vineyards, Orvieto holidays offer a dramatic and fascinating base in which to stay. Getting to the city is half the fun, as Orvieto holidays can only be accessed either by a spectacular winding road, then minibus or a small funicular into the centre (which is closed to cars).

Holidays in Orvieto - Imposing medieval city, rising out of the Umbrian landscape
Dating back to Etruscan times, the city offers plenty of history, with holidays in Orvieto boasting a strong medieval influence. Orvieto holidays offer much to see and do, and the city is particularly attractive to walk around, with its narrow streets full of character and impressive buildings. Whilst on holiday in Orvieto, the spectacular cathedral, or Duomo, remains the main attraction - dating back to the 13th century the majestic Duomo is still one of the best examples of Gothic design around, containing some beautiful art and frescoes. Other places of interest to see whilst enjoying a holiday to Orvieto include the Palazzo Soliano, St Patricks' well and St. Andreas' church. Another interesting place to visit whilst on holiday in Orvieto is the unique 'underground city' - a collection of man made caves which were constructed by the Etruscans over 2,500 years ago.

Orvieto Holidays - Fascinating city with plenty to see and do
The city offers a good choice of restaurants, from elegant dining to casual pizzerias, and whilst on a holiday to Orvieto there are many places to sample the famous white wine of the region. With plenty of shops along its narrow streets, no holiday in Orvieto is complete without browsing through the famous ceramics produced there. Accommodation whilst on holiday in Orvieto ranges from hotels conveniently placed right in the centre of the town, to charming countryhouses and agriturismi located amongst the scenic surrounding hillsides and vineyards. Other places of interest to see whilst enjoying a holiday in Orvieto include the towns of Todi, Assisi and Rome.