Pozzo della Cava
Nine caves filled with recently-discovered archaeological finds under the houses and streets of the most ancient district of an old town.

šŸ“œ Pozzo della Cava is a well excavated entirely from the rock upon which Orvieto sits, expanded from an earlier Etruscan well by Pope Clement VII.
šŸ” Journey through underground caves, discovering 28 centuries of Orvieto's history.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø See Etruscan, Medieval, and Renaissance artifacts, including pottery kilns and burial tombs.
šŸ· Explore scenic underground rooms, including ancient wine cellars.
šŸ¾ Pet-friendly archaeological area.

Why Avoid

šŸš« Minors under 12 must be accompanied.
šŸ½ļø No food or drink allowed on the visit route.
šŸŽ’ Bulky bags may need to be left at the entrance.

Tips

āœ… No reservation or special equipment needed.
šŸ—£ļø Explanations available in multiple languages; mini-guides for children.
šŸŽŸļø Consider Carta Orvieto Unica for combined monument visits.

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