Top Perugia Culture

Maximize time in Umbria with a private walking tour of Todi, a hilltop town in the Tiber Valley. Learn about the town’s history, including its prosperity during the Middle Ages, as you see landmarks including the Cathedral of Saint Mary. Skip the hassle of navigating and follow your local guide.

Enjoy the highlights of Perugia in just hours without the hassle of a guidebook and map with this guided walking tour through the medieval town center. Stroll past top sights like Palazzo dei Priori, Rocca Paolina, Piazza IV Novembre, and the Roman aqueduct while learning about the city’s history and architecture from your guide. Stop to take in views from this hilltop town over the surrounding Umbrian countryside.

Umbria’s capital city, lively Perugia offers a range of attractions, from Etruscan–era fortifications and the Rocca Paolina (a medieval fortress and present-day cultural hub) to annual jazz and chocolate festivals. On this private walking tour, get a first-hand experience of the city’s charms, see its major sights, learn about its long history, and even enjoy a gustatory pause when you stop for an espresso at a local coffee shop.

Discover the ancient Roman city of Spoleto on a private, 2-hour walking tour. From the ruins of Roman temples to masterpieces of Renaissance painting that decorate the city cathedral, Spoleto is home to more than 2,000 years of history ripe for exploring. Learn about the city’s rich modern-day culture as the host of the annual Festival dei Due Mondi, and sample local flavor with optional olive oil and wine tastings. Throughout the tour, enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide.

Perugia is the city of inverted views: to go up to the city you have to go down into the basement of the hill, you must always be on the move to get the best of every corner, you will never find a fixed point from which to have an overview of the whole ... but then the city turns out to be sweet… like a kiss of chocolate and hazelnut.

Looking for a place to feel part of the Italian dream? Come to Bevagna. Let's have a stroll in this lovely medieval town and you will experience authentic daily life

Spello, known as one of the most beautiful town in Italy thanks to its wonderful medieval buildings made of pink limestone and colorful flowers, dominates the amazing Umbrian Valley from the slopes of Mount Subasio. Particularly beautiful are the remains of the Ancient Roman city, called “Splendidissima Colonia Julia” (“Most Beautiful Julia Colony”) by Emperor Augustus: imposing walls, majestic city gates and, above all, the Villa of Mosaics, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the last 20 years. You will visit a wonderful Roman villa, that takes its name from the splendid colorful mosaics that refer to the beautiful Umbrian countryside, depicting wild birds and grape harvest, but also to exotic and fantastic animals, such as panthers and sea monsters. Entering the city through the Roman Porta Consolare (Consular Gate), you will enjoy the fascinating alleys of the medieval Spello and its wonderful churches. In the Church of Sant’Andrea Apostolo you will admire a sixteenth-century masterpiece painted by Pinturicchio, one of the greatest artists of the time, nicknamed “the Little Painter”. This notorious Umbrian artist is also the author of the frescoes of the Baglioni Chapel in the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maggiore: here you will also admire a splendid floor made of Deruta ceramics and the famous self-portrait of Pinturicchio, discovering all the details hidden in his masterpieces! Finally, enjoy the spectacular Porta Venere, built in Roman times but flanked in the Middle Ages by the mighty Towers of Properzio, and the breathtaking view of the Umbrian Valley!

Walk through the beautiful Perugia and learn about one of the most interesting pre-roman civilizations. Discover the origins of the Etruscans, see their artifacts and get amazed by their architectures, standing in the heart of the city since more than two thousands years ago. Go back in time and enjoy the most ancient side of Perugia.

This 2 hour-walking tour will take you to the highlights of Perugia. You will explore hidden treasures with an expert and local guide. This tour is a great introduction to the city and you will see the Piazza IV Novembre, Palazzo dei Priori, Arch of the Aqueduct, Rocca Paolina... and much more! The walking tour starts every day at 10.30. This is a small group tour up to 14 people, minimum number of participants is 2. Your local guide will lead you in magnificent places, and we guarantee a special experience!

This tour indeed will show you two of the most charming hilltowns of central Italy. You will also enjoy 14th Century frescoes and Reanaissance paintings. It will be like to back to the past!

If you are in Perugia, come enjoy our “Tuscany in One Day” wine and food tour.. with its picturesque villages, rolling hills and unforgettable red wines… this is a tour for the wine lover, foodie and travel enthusiast at heart! We have selected the best places and wineries to visit, and even if is a day full of things to see, admire, smell and taste, we have designed an itinerary where you can take your time to VISIT ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS. With our experience, we have arranged a tour where all details are curated, and you can have fun with your family and friends Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation in Perugia English speaking Driver-guide will lead your tour Popularity: *****  (best seller wine and food tour in Tuscany)

Maximize time in Umbria with a private walking tour of Todi, a hilltop town in the Tiber Valley. Learn about the town’s history, including its prosperity during the Middle Ages, as you see landmarks including the Cathedral of Saint Mary. Skip the hassle of navigating and follow your local guide.

Perugia is the capital of Umbria and one of the local hill towns. It is a city full of charme and history. With your private guide you will walk along its city wall dating from the Etruscan age, get lost in the symbols carved by Nicola and Giovanni Pisano's into the Fontana Maggiore and find yourself fascinated by the many layers of the Rocca Paolina.

Time passes by and it seems to have forgotten Gubbio, leaving this charming town possessed of an exceptionally evocative medieval atmosphere.

- Gubbio is one of the oldest Umbrian cities. Here you can breathe history from every stone and many are the traces of its glorious past: the Roman Theater of the first century AD, the Basilica of Sant'Ubaldo, the Gothic cathedral, the Church of Santa Maria Nuova. - After visiting Gubbio, we reach a renowned farm of the valley for a very tasty experience: pasta cooking class and lunch! Nothing makes us so famous in the world such as pasta! And nothing can make us feel like home while we are far away as a forkful of this dish, so simple and yet so tasty! - We then go discovering Assisi, Franciscan place par excellence, not only in Umbria and in Italy, but all over the world. We take a stroll around its fascinating alleys, admiring the most remarkable sites of the city: Basilica di San Francesco, Chiesa di Santa Chiara, Piazza del Comune..

- Gubbio is one of the oldest Umbrian cities. Here you can breathe history from every stone and many are the traces of its glorious past: the Roman Theater of the first century AD, the Basilica of Sant'Ubaldo which overlooks the city and houses the remains of the saint, patron of Gubbio, the Church of Santa Maria Nuova which houses the fresco "The Madonna of the Belvedere" by Ottaviano Nelli. At the end of the tour, we enjoy a traditional Umbrian lunch at a local restaurant. - We dedicate the rest of the day to Perugia. The capital of the region of Umbria, is worth visiting not only for the beauty of its hilltop setting, but also for its fine old buildings. - During our time in Perugia, we’ll take a visit to Perugina Chocolate House, located inside renowned Perugina chocolate factory. A magic place to taste fine chocolate and enjoy a rich collection of pictures, labels, posters, gift boxes and special old machines to produce the chocolate and its most famous product the “bacio”.

A special private tour in Todi: meet Elisa, a local professional guide. Her love for her birthplace shines through in all of her tours, and her long time personal connection give to her clients unparalleled access to the most fascinating sights in the area.Private tour of Palazzo Pongellli, normally closed to visitors, with spectacular frescoes, hosting the only existing cycle of frescoes about Jacopone da Todi. A masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance architecture. Stop with your guide in a famous cafè to taste italian Cappuccino, Espresso with equal parts steamed milk and topped with foamed milk.Private guided visit to The Painted House, a unique artwork by the famous artist O’Doherty, a pioneer of the conceptual and minimal art who choose a very unconventional way of expressing it: he rediscovered the ancient Irish language, which translates the 20 letters of the Roman alphabet into strokes. It is definitely something unique that you don’t expect to find in a town like Todi

Experience the ancient city of Perugia on a half-day walking tour and immerse yourself in the city’s rich cultural traditions. Meet your local guide at a central location and embark on your journey, visiting Rocca Paolina fortress, the bustling pedestrian street of Corso Vannucci, the amazing Maggiore Fountain, and other sites. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, handmade chocolates, and a light lunch included in the tour price. 

Nice fluvial village of Roman origins, today Torgiano owes its fame to the excellent agricultural productions that have made it one of the most appreciated capitals of olive oil and wine in Italy. We’ll firstly take a visit to the olive oil museum, where this precious product is illustrated through museum objects retracing its history and analyzing its countless virtues. Only a few steps away from this fascinating museum, and we are faced with 5000 years of history narrated through archaeological finds and artifacts that document the role of wine in Mediterranean civilization. And if it is true that knowing is at the basis of taste, at the end of the museum tour, we’ll enjoy a rich wine tasting and brunch in a prestigious winery, in which Torgiano wines and olive oils will be the undisputed protagonists

Montefalco, home of the famous Montefalco and Sagrantino wines, is called “Umbrian Balcony” because of its spectacular position on a hill overlooking the wonderful Umbrian Valley, but it is also famous for its history and artistic wonders! Walking along the beautifully preserved medieval walls, you will reach the fascinating church of Sant’Agostino, decorated by the famous Gothic painter Ambrogio Lorenzetti. Piazza del Comune, the main square of Montefalco, is located at the top of the hill and is surrounded by amazing palaces built in the Middle Ages. You will then visit the wonderful church-museum of Saint Francis, where you will admire important frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli, depicting the Stories of the life of Saint Francis, and by Perugino, Raphael’s master, who painted here a beautiful Nativity Scene. Finally, you will enjoy typical Italian and Umbrian products thanks to a fantastic Tasting Menu: excellent local cheeses and salami, accompanied by the unmissable Montefalco wine!

We'll travel deep into the vines through spectacular Assisi Valley in a carriage pulled by two magnificent horses. Experience a wine tour and tastings at a bio winery. Enjoy the relaxed pace while learning of the biological philosophy of the vineyards. At the end, a delicious lunch of biological wines and cold cuts. Then, we’ll visit Montefalco, known as the Balcony of Umbria (Ringhiera dell’Umbria) from which you can enjoy a breathtaking 360 ° view of the entire Valle Umbra. Among the numerous attractions: Town walls, Torre del Verziere, Church of Sant’Agostino, Piazza del Comune, Museum complex San Francesco, Church of Santa Chiara, lookout point. After we’ll visit Orvieto, an ancient city of Etruscan origin that dominates the valley of the river Paglia from the top of the tuff cliff on which it stands. Old town, Duomo, St. Patrick's Well.

UMBRIA ART & HISTORY GUIDED TOUR: 7 nights, beautiful towns and villages, priceless art, rolling landscapes and traditional cuisine!

Enjoy an intimate introduction to Perugia and its key sights when you embark on a small-group walking tour of the Umbrian capital. Settled since Etruscan times, the city is renowned for its wealth of historical artifacts. In the company of your guide, stroll along its ancient town walls, admire the medieval–era Fontana Maggiore, explore the Rocca Paolina and its underground passageways, and more. As you go, learn more about the city’s history, and its lively present, from your guide.

We will leave from Piazza Italia to walk to Rocca Paolina, an imposing Renaissance fortress. Once we have reached the historic center of Perugia, we will be able to take a coffee break with a good espresso or a cup of hot chocolate. We are in the so-called "City of Chocolate"! The most popular tourist points of interest in the city where you prefer to linger the most. Some of the most characteristic corners are via dell'Acquedotto, one of the most famous streets in the center, or the Arco Augusto, the oldest of all the walls. After a walk we will stop in front of the Fontana Maggiore, considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. Finally, we will conclude the tour by observing the buildings that overlook the square, among which the Cathedral and the Palazzo dei Priori stand out.

The Turisticard of Gubbio is the tourist card that puts at your disposal an audio guide for the whole day, as well as discounts at the major tourist attractions of the city, giving you the opportunity to plan your visit with maximum flexibility.