Duomo di Orvieto
Duomo di Orvieto
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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Orvieta's magnificent Duomo (cathedral) is considered one of the must-see churches in Italy for its stunning gold-and-mosaic Gothic façade and magnificent frescoes by Luca Signorelli, which had a great influence on Michelangelo's work in the Sistine Chapel.
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- joshbraid@comcast.net173 contributionsWorth the TripWe visited a number of basilicas and churches in Rome, Florence, Assisi, Siena, Perugia, etc. over two weeks in Italy. This was my favorite, a combination of exterior, interior, and architecture. And, the ride up the rail car and the bus makes it easy to get to--no cost for parking.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 26, 2023
- Susie M64 contributionsTotally worth the €5!Stunning inside and out. A printer guide is available when you enter the cathedral and we used that to understand what we were looking at. I then went to the Duomo Museum and the pieces were stunning. Great way to spend an afternoon in Orvieto!Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 30, 2023
- ElaineSLNew York City, New York196 contributionsUnforgettable!I have traveled some, and without doubt, this is the most beautiful house of worship, inside+outside, that I have ever seen. I was in Orvieto for only a few hours, sadly, as a daytrip from Rome. I had arranged for a guide to meet me at the train station, walk me around town, and explain many of the details of the cathedral. The architecture, mosaics, statuary (including a Pieta), frescoes, and paintings are magnificent.Visited November 2023Traveled soloWritten November 9, 2023
- Rather_NomadicPanama City, Florida1,809 contributionsGreat day tripWe made a day trip up here on the train from Rome. The duomo was obviously the biggest attraction in town and it didn’t disappoint. Incredible architecture with detailed decoration. We spent the time before and after just wondering the city, enjoying the beautiful weather and wonderful food. Great day trip or overnight destination.Visited June 2023Traveled with familyWritten December 20, 2023
- Beach_AddictGrand Cayman337 contributionsThe best of the best comparing many Duomos!Wow! A spectacular site awaits when you come face-to-face with Duomo di Orvieto (a Roman Catholic Cathedral of the 14th century). What a feast for the eyes when I rounded the corner after wandering through the streets of this medieval town in Umbria, to set my eyes on the Duomo! I did no prior research and allowed myself the element of surprise. Needless to say, countless photos were in order and on a spectacular, sunny July morning, they didn't disappoint. A visit inside will cost you 6€ and will provide some respite from the sweltering Italian summer. On the first visit, I took in the art/architecture/sculptures and the serenity that one finds in cathedrals. Having fallen for Orvieto, I returned a couple of weeks later and spent several More days in this unbelievable town. I visited the Duomo again, having arrived in time for the fabulous organ player performing some hymns. A pleasant and moving surprise. You'll love this Duomo and this town, Orvieto and Duomo di Orvieto are not to be missed!Visited July 2023Traveled soloWritten February 5, 2024
- Gary BSalem, West Virginia7 contributionsDuomo In OrvietoWhat an amazing building. It is beyond belief that something like this could be built so long ago. We went to Mass there and there was a first communion. It was truly special. One of the many reasons to visit OrvietoVisited September 2023Traveled with familyWritten March 14, 2024
- mark b7 contributionsFor Duomo/Cathedral buffs......The Duomo is quite beautiful and unique with its zebra stripes. The inside is wall to wall intricate carvings, paintings and decorations. The Duomo is worth a visit. The town is picturesque, but touristy with many stores to shop that distracts from the beauty of the location. Orvieto lacks the rustic Tuscan charm of Cortona or Civita di Bagnoregio.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 29, 2024
- SusanandBruceSonoma, California22 contributionsStunning cathedral - don’t miss itNothing prepared me for my first view of the duomo. I was enjoying wandering the streets of the pretty hill town of Orvieto. I turned a corner and there it was; it took my breath away. Don’t miss exploring inside and out. Also worth visiting the three museums next door (included in ticket price).Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 28, 2024
- WarbyBicester, United Kingdom3,727 contributionsAbsolutely stunning churchThe outside of this church is beautiful. Orange carvings and unbelievable colours. Must be the most striking church I have ever seen from outside. €5 each to go inside which is great as well. However the outside beats all othersVisited August 2024Traveled with friendsWritten August 9, 2024
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courtney9384
Washington DC, DC402 contributions
Aug 2021
I spent three days in Orvieto and walked by the Duomo at least two times a day. It is a striking work of architecture with unique stonework creating the black and white pattern. I believe the interior self-guided tour is E5, and you can stay as long as you'd like. There are many beautiful stain glassed windows, mosaics, and chapels to admire. I say this often about the Cathedrals I've been lucky to visit, is that they often make me emotional (it's something about the magnificent beauty and history), and this one didn't disappoint. (Also, this was my second visit to the Duomo; last time with in 2014 with a partner; this trip was solo).
Written March 9, 2022
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liverpool1023
London, UK1,176 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Pure and simply a masterpiece. This modest sized cathedral has a front facade of outstanding beauty. The signorelli frescoes of the preaching of the antichrist etc are a masterclass and incidentally represent 500 years of getting back at an ex-girlfriend.
Written September 22, 2021
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dstargazer
Melbourne, Australia191 contributions
Sep 2022
The Duomo is a beautiful Romanesque building with spectacular ornamental external facade. The internal pillars are unusual in that they taper to create sense of perspective. Some ancient windows are of thin alabaster sheets. The original ancient wooden doors were replaced by attractive bronze ones, against the wishes of the citizens at the time.
Worth viewing the Duomo's facade at sunset. There are good wine bars in the square with excellent views of the church.
Worth viewing the Duomo's facade at sunset. There are good wine bars in the square with excellent views of the church.
Written October 30, 2022
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CraigH0901
Adelaide, Australia1,243 contributions
Sep 2022
Located in the heart of Orvieto. There is parking adjacent (to the right as you look at it) that requires payment - probably difficult to get a park on peak days, of course. The Duomo has a very unique look from the outside with its striped sides. Around the Duomo is a number of eateries, shops and places to sit and appreciate the view.
Written September 8, 2022
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Steve S
Palm Springs, CA1,712 contributions
Sep 2022
ORVIETO is Umbria’s grand hill town that sits majestically a thousand feet above the valley floor. The main sight is the fabulous cathedral with it’s lively facade and the city streets are a delight to explore. The Duomo has a colorful Gothic facade with a gleaming mass of mosaics, stained glass and sculpture. At the base are four broad marble pillars with biblical scenes telling the history of the world. Coming down a narrow lane, the stunning Cathedral suddenly appears and catches your breath.
Written January 22, 2023
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Nancy K
Bronx, NY17 contributions
Nov 2022
This is a unique and highly decorated cathedral. Your 5 euro entry fee also includes entry to two attached museums. We took a break in between segments and found the artwork fascinating. A must see if you're in Orvieto.
Written November 1, 2022
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Bob J
Southport, NC926 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
One suggestion - Wait until the early afternoon to take photos of the facade. The sun will be in the west and shining directly on the front of the Duomo. It will make the mosaics glow and highlight the gold.
Inside the Duomo to the right of the alter is a chapel that you don’t want to miss. The citizens claim Michelangelo spent time there studying the ceiling. Between that chapel and the reliefs on the facade, they say he got inspiration for all his paintings in the Sistine Chapel.
Some amazing frescos still remain on the walls inside the Duomo.
Inside the Duomo to the right of the alter is a chapel that you don’t want to miss. The citizens claim Michelangelo spent time there studying the ceiling. Between that chapel and the reliefs on the facade, they say he got inspiration for all his paintings in the Sistine Chapel.
Some amazing frescos still remain on the walls inside the Duomo.
Written May 23, 2022
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mark b
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May 2024 • Couples
The Duomo is quite beautiful and unique with its zebra stripes. The inside is wall to wall intricate carvings, paintings and decorations. The Duomo is worth a visit. The town is picturesque, but touristy with many stores to shop that distracts from the beauty of the location. Orvieto lacks the rustic Tuscan charm of Cortona or Civita di Bagnoregio.
Written May 29, 2024
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ANZ101
Tel Aviv, Israel203 contributions
May 2022
Orvieto is a beautiful small town not far from Rome. I was astounded to see such a magnificent cathedral, the sort of which one would normally find in a large city.
I was also lucky enough to be there during an organ recital. The sound of the instrument is exceptional and the acoustics are outstanding.
I was also lucky enough to be there during an organ recital. The sound of the instrument is exceptional and the acoustics are outstanding.
Written May 25, 2022
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ElaineSL
New York City, NY196 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I have traveled some, and without doubt, this is the most beautiful house of worship, inside+outside, that I have ever seen. I was in Orvieto for only a few hours, sadly, as a daytrip from Rome. I had arranged for a guide to meet me at the train station, walk me around town, and explain many of the details of the cathedral. The architecture, mosaics, statuary (including a Pieta), frescoes, and paintings are magnificent.
Written November 9, 2023
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Sarò ad Orvieto per il Ferragosto, qualcuno saprebbe dirmi se ci sono pacchetti che prevedono visita al Duomo più altro da visitare?
Written August 12, 2020
Si.
Prenota in anticipo Orvieto underground.
Altrimenti non entri....
Written August 14, 2020
Is the train station within walking distance of the cathedral
Written February 14, 2019
Hi, there is a funicolare that brings you from train station up to orvieto. There’s so much so much to see, don’t miss pozzo of san patrizzio (near funicolare) and the caves underground etc etc
Written February 14, 2019
I visited the Orvieto Duomo in late March in the late morning hours-- probably 11 or 12 noon. I couldn't believe how much the façade sparkled and glittered in the sun then! Like magic! I took my husband to see it in early January, around 3 in the afternoon, and was so disappointed, as there was no sparkle and glitter at that hour. I would like to show him photos or videos which capture that magical sparkle. Can anyone recommend some? The locals told me the best time to catch the sparkle is 10 a.m. in the winter. Others said 1-2 in the afternoon. I don't know which is correct? They said sometimes the front sparkles right around sunset, 4ish in the afternoon. Does anyone know whether there is more sparkle in the spring and summer than in the fall and winter? I am planning another trip so he can see it sparkle in person.
Written January 13, 2019
We were there the third week of September 2018. When we arrived around 3:00pm, the Duomo facade was breathtaking. The light was perfect. We literally sat against the wall adjacent to the church for at least an hour looking at all the different statues, pictures and stories. We stayed in Orvieto for six days and every afternoon, we would go to the Piazza, have a glass of wine and view the facade. Absolutely wonderful and we are now planning to return in May.
Written January 22, 2019
was there any cost to entering the church for mass?
Written October 28, 2018
All of the Duomo's in Italy and France let you in for Mass. There is a separate entry. But you can't always go to all the parts of the Duomo.
Written January 30, 2019
Is there a good way to get from rome by public transportation?
Written September 12, 2018
Elizabeth K
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Is the Duomo di Orvieto open to the public on Sundays?
Written October 2, 2016
Ottobre
Giorni feriali 09h30 – 19h30
Giorni festivi 13h30 – 17h30
October
Weekdays 9:30 a.m. - 19h30
Holidays 13h30 - 17h30
Written October 3, 2016
We were in Orvieto for six days and the best place to park was by the Funiculari. It cost one Euro per day. The walk to the Duomo was about a 10-15 minute. We only found one parking lot near the Duomo, but was easier to park by the Funiculari and walk since the street/roads are very narrow and mostly one way.
Written January 22, 2019
Buongiorno. Potrebbe dirmi, per favore, se il restauro della facciata e' gia' stato completato? Ho visto immagini recenti della facciata con impalcatura - percio' sono curioso. Grazie della risposta.
Written April 24, 2016
Buongiorno personalmente visitata la chiesa il 25 aprile 2016, nessuna impalcatura, come da foto postate.
Saluti Paolino_p56
Written May 11, 2016
What is the cost of entry to the cathedral. How long should I plan to stay in Orvieto to take in all the main sites.
Thanks
Written May 2, 2015
Four euros each or 5 euros to include the museum.
Written October 4, 2017
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