Car Hire in Orvieto

Located just an hours drive north of Rome, Orvieto is a stunning medieval city built high up on cliffs made of volcanic rock. Settled for over 2000 years, the location of the city, which once made it easily defendable against attack, today provides residents and visitors alike with simply stunning views of the Italian countryside far below. A city often overlooked by most travellers, Orvieto is a true gem, with a deep history and amazing attractions, the perfect place to stop for a few days of sightseeing while touring Italy with a rental car. Auto Europe offers several pick up locations and a large fleet selection, so finding a car rental in Orvieto is both easy and economical.

Travelling in the Orvieto with a Car Rental

Although a local population has existed here since ancient times, it was in the 10th century that Orvieto became a self governing community, and over the next few centuries the town built some very grand structures, which continue to impress to this day. If you are arriving into Rome, simply collect your hire car from the airport or downtown, and head north of the city, or alternatively, you can pick up your car from nearby Civitavecchia, Perugia, or Orvieto itself.

The pride of Orvieto is without a doubt the grand Duomo, which is located at the south edge of town, bordering huge cliffs. Built in the 1300s, this cathedral is regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world, and while it can be admired from great distances, within lies even more beauty in the form of Fresco paintings from the 14th and 15th centuries.

Although the city itself is indeed a magnificent sight, Orvieto boasts an equally exciting world below ground. Huge networks of tunnels, caves and rooms have, over the centuries been carved out of the stone, and have become open to visitors in recent years. Be sure to pay a visit to St Patrick's well, located at the east end of the city. Built in the 1500s for Pope Clement VIII who was taking refuge here, the well is an impressive 62 metres deep, with winding stairwells surrounding it, a true masterpiece of architecture at the time.

Rent a Car in Orvieto with Auto Europe

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