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- Destinations
- Europe
- Italy
- Umbria
- Orvieto
Orvieto
The medieval fortressed town of Orvieto is perched on a hilltop
overlooking the Umbrian countryside, just over an hour north of
Rome by car and also accessible by train. The town remains almost
unchanged since medieval times, and even in summer is not too
packed with tourists. The 13th-century Duomo of Orvieto, with its
magnificent facade and frescoes, dominates the skyline. The
cathedral is Orvieto's must-see sight, but visitors should also
take time to wander around the town's backstreets to find hidden
gems and amazing views over the city walls and battlements. The
best restaurants are tucked away in the side streets off the main
square.
Information & Facts
Language
The official language of Italy is Italian. English is
understood in the larger cities but not in the more remote parts of
the country.
Money
The Euro (EUR) is the official currency, which is divided into
100 cents. Those arriving in Italy with foreign currency can obtain
Euros through any bank, ATM or bureaux de change. ATMs are
widespread. Travellers cheques can be exchanged with ease in the
large cities, not so in the smaller towns. Credit cards are
accepted in upmarket establishments and shops around the cities.
Banks are closed on weekends, but tend to have better rates than
casas de cambios.