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Perugia in one day: a journey through art, history and flavours

Do you only have one day to visit Perugia?

Don’t worry: with our advice, you will live an unforgettable experience in the heart of Umbria. This city, rich in history, art and culinary traditions, is the perfect destination for a getaway dedicated to beauty and taste.

Morning: discovering the historic center
Your adventure begins in Piazza IV Novembre, the nerve center of Perugia. Admire the magnificent Fontana Maggiore, one of the most beautiful medieval works of art in Italy, and the evocative Cathedral of San Lorenzo, with its interior rich in history and spirituality.

Right next to the Cathedral in the Cloister, you can access Perugia Sotterranea, it will be like taking a real journey through the centuries. This experience, little known even by the people of Perugia themselves, allows you to visit the submerged world of the city of Perugia, and learn about the various stratifications: from the Etruscans, through the Romans and the papal settlement, up to the current conformation of the city center.

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Also in Piazza IV Novembre, you will find the majestic Palazzo dei Priori, which houses the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria.

Here you can admire masterpieces by artists such as Perugino, Raphael’s teacher, and Pinturicchio. If you love art and history, this is an essential stop.

Lunch: authentic Umbrian flavors
For lunch, immerse yourself in the local gastronomic tradition. A typical trattoria is the ideal place to enjoy dishes such as umbricelli with black truffle or torta al testo, a focaccia filled with cured meats and cheeses. If you prefer something more rustic, a platter of local products and a glass of wine will give you an authentic taste of Umbria.

Afternoon: a journey through the past and views
In the afternoon, visit the evocative Rocca Paolina, a true underground city built in the 16th century by order of Pope Paul III. Walking through its underground alleys will be like reliving the Perugia of the Renaissance.

Then, stroll along the Corso Vannucci, the main street of the city, full of shops, cafes and artisan workshops. Here you can buy unique souvenirs, such as hand-painted ceramics, artisanal fabrics or the famous Perugina chocolate.

Take a break. We recommend that you taste the food of the gods in one of our chocolate shops in the historic center.

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Before ending the day, stop at Giardino Carducci, a perfect place to relax and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Umbrian valley. From here, the sunset offers magical colors that will remain in your heart.

Contact us to discover every hidden corner, organizing personalized tours, culinary experiences and activities that will make your trip unforgettable.

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What to do in Umbria in December? UmbriaSì tells you

December is a magical month in Umbria, when the landscape transforms into an enchanting winter scene.

We would love to guide you through a unique journey in this fascinating region, offering you an unforgettable experience during the festive season.

Discover with us what to do in Umbria in December and let yourself be enchanted by this unique destination.

Christmas Markets
Get into the festive atmosphere by exploring the Christmas markets of Perugia and Assisi, Gubbio, Spoleto, Orvieto, Terni
The squares are filled with twinkling lights, colorful stalls and the delicious smell of local specialties. It’s the perfect opportunity to buy unique gifts and taste Umbrian delicacies.

The world’s largest Christmas tree on the water on Lake Trasimeno
The Christmas tree on Lake Trasimeno is a magical tradition that lights up the shores of the lake in December. The tree displays twinkling lights, creating an enchanting spectacle reflected on the water. The lighting ceremony, usually accompanied by festive events, attracts visitors and residents, creating a unique Christmas atmosphere on the shores of this picturesque Umbrian lake. An unmissable experience to immerse yourself in the magic of the holidays in a suggestive context.

The largest tree in the world in Gubbio
It is certainly one of the most impactful Christmas attractions not only for Umbria, welcoming visitors who flock to admire the largest tree in the world from all over Italy and abroad.
Located along the slopes of Mount Igino, it is made up of around 800 lights powered by renewable sources and therefore not only a project with a great tourist impact but also eco-sustainable.

Living Nativity Scenes: Tradition and Authenticity
Umbria is a land of ancient traditions and deep spirituality. With today’s Christmas-themed article, we will immerse ourselves in one of the most significant traditions: the Nativity Scene of St. Francis of Assisi.
This sacred representation is a testimony to Umbria’s cultural and religious heritage, an icon of faith and devotion that attracts visitors from all over the world.

Umbria in December offers a unique experience that blends the magic of the holidays with the beauty of nature and tradition. Trust us to organize your trip, ensuring a complete immersion in the culture, gastronomy and scenic wonders of this fascinating Italian region.

Make your December unforgettable with a trip to Umbria.

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Foliage in Umbria

The Green Heart of Italy warms up with colors in autumn: from September Umbria lights up with red, yellow and orange!

After the summer heat, nature blows its most beautiful colors and, temporarily abandoning the green, it colors before the arrival of winter. Autumn in Umbria is made up of the smell of leaves, of wood burning in the first fireplaces that are lit.

It is the season of harvesting and pressing the olives, then boiling the musts and mills where you can taste the bruschetta with the new oil.

Don’t miss a bike ride along the Strada del Sagrantino, with its purple vines, or a walk in the woods, such as the Bosco di San Francesco in Assisi, where you can admire the autumn foliage, or go with the children to collect chestnut curls in the area of ​​Città di Castello.

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Discover Bevagna with UmbriaSì

In the flourishing valley of Umbria stands the city of Bevagna, originally populated by Umbrians with Etruscan influences. The original name, Mevania, is perhaps due to an Etruscan noble named Mefana, which became Mevania with the arrival of the Romans.
The bond that unites Sagrantino and Bevagna with deep-rooted origins is important and strong:
in fact, we read in the Historia Naturalis of Pliny the Elder, of a black grape variety produced in the municipality of Bevagna.
Enclosed in its walls, Bevagna experienced a flourishing building development with the construction of an amphitheater and Roman baths adorned with beautiful mosaics. The amphitheater itself, in medieval times, was then transformed and became part of a craftsman’s workshop on the ground floor with his residence on the upper floor: hence the famous saying “house and workshop”.
Among the Umbrian historical events and re-enactments, the one linked to the Mercato delle Gaite is singular and very fascinating, which for over 30 years has been proposing what medieval everyday life was like between 1250 and 1350: how people lived, what they did in the alleys of drink.
The event takes its name from the four main districts of Bevagna, the Gaite, and every year, at the end of June, it brings back to life the ancient uses and customs of the drinkers engaged in four competitions, Gastronomic, Trades, Market and Archery. Music, food, instruments, clothes…everything recalls the Bevagna of that century, a historical leap in time that fascinates and amazes.
Another experience is the Circuit of Medieval Crafts: real laboratories to be able to experience the arts and crafts of that time, among ancient machinery, engineering instruments, which have made the history of commerce and artisan production of Bevagna: the Setificio , the painter’s workshop, the Mastro Cecco paper mill and the wax factory.

Stroll along the streets, among taverns, clubs, wine bars and more modern wine bars where you can sip a glass of Montefalco Sagrantino or even in its sparkling version to have vivacity and freshness on spring days when the sun is still shy but warms up just enough to make you enjoy a walk in the open air.

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