Pozzo della Cava Admission Ticket

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Pozzo della Cava is more than just a well... ...it's one of the highlights of a historical and archaeological tour of Orvieto...it's a place where the past and the present combine with respect for twenty-seven centuries of tradition...it's an invitation to discover Etruscans, Middle Ages and Renaissance, because Orvieto is not only the Cathedral...it's a fascinating underground itinerary located in the heart of Orvieto, through caves full of recently discovered archaeological finds...it's an unusual way of discovering the history the city known as Urbs Vetus and the customs of its people...it's an original opportunity to retake possession of a disinterred heritage.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Information available: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Japanese

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Admission Ticket to the Pozzo della Cava archaeological complex

Food and drinks

Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Pozzo Della Cava - Complesso Archeologico

Via Della Cava 28 Orvieto Italy

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Pozzo Della Cava - Complesso Archeologico

A fascinating underground journey in the medieval district of Orvieto, through caves full of Etruscan, Medieval and Renaissance archaeological artefacts, unearthed thanks to the hard work of the family who owns it. The well is a huge hole in the tuff excavated by Pope Clement VII between 1527 and 1530 expanding an Etruscan well; closed to the public in 1646 and rediscovered after centuries of neglect. In the nine caves around the well you can see alsto a medieval pottery workshop with numerous majolica artefacts and ceramicists’ tools, some small medieval pits used to dispose of rubbish, an Etruscan cistern, a Medieval winecellar and the remains of some ancient Etruscan burial tombs.

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Pozzo della Cava Admission Ticket

Reviews

4.59

87 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Pozzo Della cava
Patty A,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
There was not much to the self guided tour. We thought we were going under the city to see how the aquifers worked, when it is just a small museum area.
Pozzo a la cava
Walter B,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
It's a fair walk from the Piazza del popolo. It was interesting though I wouldn't go out of my way to visit it. The artefacts on display were somewhat repetive, as this site used to be kiln( about 2500 yrs ago).
Certainly worth visiting
Mariflora D,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Most interesting place. It’s certainly worth the visit also with kids interested in history. Even if not famous like St Patrick well, I think it’s more interesting
Interesting history and artefacts
305juliets,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Really enjoyed this step back in time to explore the caves and learn about their uses and the history unearthed in them. Beautiful range of ceramics available in their shop.
Not to be missed
W7388YIgiannit,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Suggestive well, recommended visit, built by the pope to not run dry during his frequent stays
Nice.
O9146WTantoniop,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Very nice, clear route and brochures representing well arranged explanations. The only thing I have to object to was that the operator did not tell us about the ticket reduction having already visited St. Patrick's well and we paid the full price. When we pointed it out, he could at least give us back the difference.
Short visit, not worth it
lucsF9389RF,
Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
As a European who has already seen some antiquity and caves, this is not worth it. 5 minutes, 10 if you read the signs in all 5 languages, and you've seen it. Deep well is nice to see. The image with stairs and layers looks impressive, but in reality it is short.
Exciting journey through the centuries
samdepomm,
Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very interesting visit to a place that has been used for centuries, for many uses whose trace is particularly well explained in the context of a very educational path, with explanatory signs including in French. Furthermore, possibility to eat in a nice setting.
Suggestive the Nativity scene at the well
mirianaf526,
Jan 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited the Well during the Christmas period and therefore we could enjoy the visit to the Well Nativity, which was set up inside the basements, creating a real exciting path that tells of the birth of Jesus in a non-traditional version, with an exclusive point of view. The interesting thing is that every year a different type of Nativity scene is proposed, always guaranteeing an innovative offer for tourists. This arrangement has enriched an already impressive underground attraction, which is worth visiting.
Quick interesting tour
Ellie P,
Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The history behind Orvieto is fascinating. Very knowledgeable guide. Well worth the money. If you are claustrophobic don’t go!