Things to do & places to visit in Umbria, Italy

Centrally located Umbria's principal cities include Spoleto, Assisi, and Terni. The capital, Perugia, is famed for its chocolate. Take a tour bus or prepare for daredevil Italian drivers if you opt to rent a car. Assisi's Basilica has a host of treasures, including works by Giotto. The town is also home to the crypt of St. Clare, patron saint of television. St. Francis' meditation retreat is in the mountains to the north. Classes at Velia's Cooking Style in Terni make good use of local produce.

Umbria #13 destination in Italy 2023. The average rating score is 4.61 based on 72.2k traveler reviews, of 60 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Rome, current date and time: Tuesday, May 07, 2024, 6:31.

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5.0 Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi (9.407 reviews)
- Home of St. Francis of Assisi
Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals

We toured the Basilica with a local guide who partially focused on art history. We began in the lower church and visited the crypt of St. Francis. Our guide then described the different styles of painting and the various painters who had adorned the churches. It was interesting to see the differences that come with age. A young version of an artist had painted in the upper church, then returned years later to repaint parts of the lower church. His growth as an artist is obvious. The Franciscan monks are very strict - no photos inside. See more..
5.0 Eremo delle Carceri (2.347 reviews)
- Special
Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM Historic Sites • Religious Sites

The retreat high in the mountains above Assisi where St. Francis frequently stayed to meditate and pray. See more..
5.0 Museo della Porziuncola (1.905 reviews)
- Don't Just See hilltop Assisi, Start Here Francis Story Began
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

I'd visited the Basilica in the main hill town of Assisi before, but having since read the St. Francis story, it was good to see here, the little church where he began. You have the think Francis would not approve of the vast church they propped over his small chapel, but it's rather a unique site to see. Having seen dozens of cathedrals, this one will really stick with me. Seeing the many Franciscan monks in their habits and the inside full of pilgrims gave a real sense of awe to the place. Don't just go up the hill to see the Basilica, definitely stop here as well. See more..
5.0 Piana di Castelluccio di Norcia (1.296 reviews)
- Remote & Beautiful Part of Italy But Check Timing to See Flowers in Bloom
Parks • Valleys

There is one tip and one tip only, get your timing right if you want to see the flowers in bloom. Disappointingly, we didn’t get it right and the wild flowers were not in bloom yet. In photographs we’d seen before going, it looked stunning. The Castelluccio mountain-top plains are transformed into Monet-like fields of colour. However May is probably not the best time to go and, in hindsight, we should have found a way to check beforehand. Disappointing as it was, the scenery was still stunning. It is a very beautiful part of the world, set within the Monti Sibillini National Park. See more..
5.0 San Damiano (1.278 reviews)
- St. Francis of Assisi was HERE
Churches & Cathedrals

The church of San Damiano was restored by St. Frances of Assisi and later served as home for St. Clare. See more..
5.0 Cappella Di San Brizio (Duomo) (691 reviews)
- Rennaissance masterpiece
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

Orvieto's Duomo is already stunning enough and then on a side chapel inside the intensity goes up a notch, with every bit of the chapel covered in work by Renaissance masters from Fra Angelico to Signorelli. You have to see the Cappella di San Brizio if Renaissance art is your thing, the storytelling is greatly served by the technical artistry of its painters. You can almost follow the entire Doomsday story page by page on the walls without needing to know any language. See more..
5.0 Tili Vini Societa Agricola (642 reviews)
- Wine Tasting and Cooking
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

The Tili Winery is a family organic farm, located in Umbria, the green heart of Italy, on the sunny and stony hillsides of Mount Subasio overlooking the near town of Assisi; and it produces high quality organic Wines "Assisi DOC" and "Umbria IGT" and Extra Virgin Olive Oils. The farm organize not only guided visits of the vineyards, olive trees and winery with following a tasting of its products but also particular tours like Treasure hunt or active experiences like Winemaker for a day or Harvest together. Please contact us to organize your tour at our winery! See more..
5.0 Montioni Frantoio e Cantina (571 reviews)
- A delightful tour
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

A family-run winery in the heart of Umbria region ready to welcome real lovers of organic and authentic wines. Specialized in Guided Tours & Tastings where high-quality wine and local food are the main actors of an unspoiled territory rich in culture and traditions. See more..
5.0 Vineria del Carmine (547 reviews)
- Stunning Umbria Countryside View with Great Wines
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Join us for a tutored tasting of the wines and organic olive oil from the Chiesa del Carmine estate, paired with a selection of homemade antipasti, Umbrian cheeses and cured meats. Either before or after the tasting, our guests are always invited to tour the Chiesa del Carmine vineyards. We have a free Wifi service and a children's area. Wine shipping can be arranged nationally and internationally. We also organise truffle hunting experiences. See more..
5.0 Decugnano dei Barbi (310 reviews)
- Absolutely fabulous, must see vineyard
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Wineries & Vineyards

For over eight centuries "Decugnano" has been used to indicate the name of the land of the estate. The soil rich in fossils, oysters and shells, the micro climate and a wide temperature range are all factors particularly suitable for wine growing. Beside a very modern cellar, the visitor has the possibility to admire the Etruscan caves, today utilized for the production of the sparkling wine "spumante" and to mature certain wines in barrels. Within spectacular scenery, the Estate organizes guided tours to their cellars followed by wine tasting and local delicacies. WE ARE OPEN! Saturday & Sunday See more..
5.0 Madonna del Latte (172 reviews)
- Learning and tasting
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

The ancient estate of Madonna del Latte is located in the hills between Orvieto and Lake Bolsena. Today it is a small family-owned winery founded in 2000. The vines flourish on the slopes of rich, sandy volcanic soil at an altitude of 450 meters. See more..
4.5 Duomo di Orvieto (6.300 reviews)
- The must-see sight in Orvieto
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals

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. See more..
4.5 Cascata delle Marmore (6.227 reviews)
- A wonderful day among nature, trekking and lots and lots of water
Spent 1-2 hours Waterfalls

For ten euros (plus any parking money) you will have access to 6 routes (numbered from 1 to 6). I recommend routes 1 to 4 (which are those that give a better view of the waterfall from all possible sides). The other trails stray a bit from the waterfall and are mainly isolated treks. I strongly suggest to bring a waterproof cape but, if you forgot it, it will be possible to buy one at the shop near the lake. I suggest the visit to the lovers' balcony, but it's better to book it before. See more..
4.5 Pozzo di San Patrizio (3.145 reviews)
- Amazing! Glad I did it!
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Designed in the 1530's, this uniquely engineered well was designed to supply the city of Orvieto in times of war. See more..
4.5 Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli - Porziuncola (3.055 reviews)
- Wow!!!
Tuesday: 6:15 AM - 12:45 PM, 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

This Basilica was started in 1569 to the designs of Galeazzo Alessi, and features a statue of the Madonna in bronze gilt by G. Colasanti and an interior whose architectural style is Doric. See more..
4.5 Basilica di Santa Chiara (2.480 reviews)
- Simple, Yet Beautiful
Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Built onto the original Chapel of St. George, this Cathedral is where St. Clare of Assisi was buried in a crypt in 1872. See more..
4.5 Piazza Grande (2.209 reviews)
- Gubbio
Points of Interest & Landmarks

In Umbria region, there Is the medieval Little Town of Gubbio. Great organization, a lot of monuments. See more..
4.5 Duomo di Spoleto (2.140 reviews)
- Incredible Art & History
Churches & Cathedrals

Construction of the Duomo begun around 1175 and completed in 1227. The huge Filipo Lippi fresco alone will blow you away! Lippi’s tomb is here (1469). Also, there is an authentic letter written from St. Francis of Assisi in this church! There’s a gift from Frederick Barbarossa in this church to the town of Spoleto. A golden picture of the Virgin Mary from the 11th century! The original floor is here, from 1207!! I’m exclamation-pointing everything because I just get so psyched about the incredible amount of gorgeous, medieval art in this place. The mosaic on the outside front of the church is from 1207, Christ surrounded by John the Baptist and his mother. Jesus is holding open a Bible to John 8:12. The bells ring out form the 12th century bell tower, it’s pure magic! Free, go. See more..
4.5 Rocca Paolina (2.138 reviews)
- Better drop breadcrumbs in this maze
Castles

You enter by the front of the Sina Brufani hotel and take an escalator down into this ancient city. It’s easy to get turned around in this maze of streets. There are a few businesses that have grabbed small rooms. There are also exhibits and a movie to give you an idea of what things were like hundreds of years ago. Great way to get out of the heat on a hot day. See more..
4.5 Orvieto Underground (2.039 reviews)
- Interesting, historical (and cool) tour!
Caverns & Caves

This is a must-do activity in Orvieto! Reservations highly recommended in advance. We arrived for our 12:30 English tour and heard them offer the next tour at 3 or 4:30. On a hot June day, the cool caves were the perfect place to be! The history was interesting and kudos to our guide who was able to get past the two loud, crying babies to deliver a very professional, informative tour! Be prepared for some stair climbing up and down, narrow passageways and sandy floors. An interesting historical tour and well worth the one hour time in Orvieto! See more..
4.5 Minimetro (1.825 reviews)
- A convenient way to travel in Perugia
Tuesday: 7:15 AM - 8:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Public Transportation Systems

The Minimetro is a convenient way to travel in the city. Small cable cars run at minute intervals. There are ticket machines at the entrance. One ticket costs €1.50 and is valid for 70 minutes. You need the ticket not only to enter through the turnstile but exit it on your way out, so keep it. See more..
4.5 Ponte delle Torri (1.662 reviews)
- Impressive. Admission is prohibited due to instability. But construction works are in progress.
Bridges

Built in 1350 AD to create an easy access road to Montelucco, this stately bridge is 264 feet high and 760 feet long, and features nine tall pylons that separate its narrow graceful arches. See more..
4.5 Piazza IV Novembre (1.094 reviews)
- The Main Square.
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is the artistic center of Perugia that features beautiful reliefs carved in the 13 century, a stunning gothic cathedral and the superb Italian medieval palace, the Palazzo Priori, which houses the National Art Gallery of Umbria. See more..
4.5 Basilica di Santa Rita (1.049 reviews)
- no words can describe this peaceful place
Religious Sites

We went there in September 2016. we were obliged to sleep in Cascia beacuse we didn't know that no bus to go back to Rome that date. suddenly, we met a great old man who possesses a small Hotel directly in fron of the church where the body of my beloved Saint Rita is . He's name is Fransisco . He helped us in everything ! he guided us in Cascia and in Roccaporena, her village. We went to the mountain at night where Saint Rita used to pray . We were only two persons in a place where nobody was there at night. but Saint Rita were with us . we prayed for two hours . and Franssisco, this man sent by Saint Rita, picked us from Rocca Porena by his car and take us to the hotel. the second day we assited to the Holy Mess in Casica . and he took us to Rocca Porena Again to see her House. than he took us by his car also to Saint Veronica Guiliany, The Majesty of Holiness. We have never met this man before. without his help and his care we could be lost ! I will go back again to see you Rita .... I asked her to save my father I aksed Saint Veronica also. And they did it ! when I came back to Lebanon, my country, the medical reports were very good and he did a high progress after a disappointment ! Oh God Thank you ! See more..
4.5 City Centre (1.004 reviews)
- Ancient Walled City
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Perugia’s ancient walled hilltop city is a delight to explore. It’s relatively compact although there are some steep up/down sections that may prove challenging. There are churches, museums, old palaces, a Roman aqueduct (part of which can be walked), beautiful buildings dating back many hundreds of years, an Estrucan well, an international university, a fabulous subterranean city, restaurants, cafes and much more. Simply wandering the narrow cobbled lanes are the best way to explore and enjoy the ancient atmosphere. Behind some of the buildings located on Piazza Matteotti are public terraces that offer sweeping views of the Umbrian countryside. The best part...no crowds! Just locals and students going about their daily routines. An authentic slice of life in Umbria. See more..
4.5 Streams of Rasiglia (968 reviews)
- Little Venice of Umbria
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Rasiglia is a medieval village in Umbria, caracterised by clear waters lapping houses and poetic lakes, old fulling mills, wool and dyeing factories. Let's find out! See more..
4.5 Basilica of Saint Ubaldo (882 reviews)
- Ubaldo in Chubbio
Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Chubbio is a nice medieval town. A lot of old buildings and small streets are well preserved. From one stairs to another you climb up to the Basilica of Sant'Ubaldo. You can also take the elevator partly. And finally by 'hanging in a cage on a cable' :-) The Basilica is quite sober, but worth visiting for the shrine of St. Ubaldo. And it's quiet up there. See more..
4.5 Piazza del Comune (871 reviews)
- A must see as the heart of the communal life
Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

This lively and well-preserved square is the heart of Assisi's social, cultural and political life. See more..
4.5 Piazza del Duomo (860 reviews)
- A magical space
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

One of the nicest Cathedral squares I've been to. Full of energy and peaceful. Nice to spend a couple of hours here. See more..
4.5 Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria (848 reviews)
- Terrific reopening for GNU
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

La Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria accoglie una delle più ricche collezioni d’arte d’Italia ed è, allo stesso tempo, uno scrigno della memoria cittadina di Perugia. Le opere sono esposte ai piani superiori del Palazzo dei Priori La collezione della Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria accoglie più di 3000 opere tra dipinti, sculture, ceramiche, tessuti e oreficerie: di queste potrai ammirarne più di 500, mentre le altre sono conservate nei depositi. Il viaggio alla GNU comincia tra Duecento e Trecento, tra la magnificenza degli affreschi di Benedetto Bonfigli nella cappella dei Priori, prosegue con il tardogotico perugino di Gentile da Fabriano e si inoltra tra i capolavori di esponenti del Rinascimento come Piero della Francesca e Pietro Vannucci detto il Perugino. L’ultima parte del percorso museale espone il meglio dell’arte in Umbria tra Seicento e Novecento: tra gli altri artisti come Orazio Gentileschi, Valentin de Boulogne, Pietro da Cortona, Gerardo Dottori e Alberto Burri. See more..