A Guide to Umbria
The region of Umbria is divided into the provinces of Perugia and Terni and includes the towns of Orvieto, Assisi, Gubbio, Norcia and Lake Trasimeno. Get to know the region better.
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Plan what to do in Umbria
Follow the various links to find out more about an independent vacation in Umbria, organise your visit, hotel, accommodation, gourmet restaurants, activities and build your tour.
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Province of PERUGIA
Assisi
Easy to get to from Rome and more than worth a visit. Best time to go? Early Spring.
Guide to Perugia
Perugia is a lively university city and home of the annual chocolate festival. Orientate yourself here.
Gubbio
Spectacular uphill race with pagan roots featuring Saints Ubaldo, Giorgio and Antonio.
Easter in Gubbio
A spectacular procession takes place dating back to the brotherhoods of the 13th century.
Todi
History of a town once voted the most perfect place to live in the world.
Umbria Jazz
Located in the hills overlooking Terni, this medieval town is more than overlooked.
September festivals
The Quintana Tournament in Foligno and The Games of the Gates in Gualdo Tadino.
Corciano
Now a satellite town of Perugia, Corciano has a history all of itsown, although chocolate is the main crowd puller now.
Massa Martana
Owes its foundation to the construction of the Appian Way and early Christian baptism rites.
Christmas in Umbria
St. Francis of Assisi has been credited with inventing 'presepe' or cribs popular with children at Christmas.
Il Perugino
Artist Pietro Vannucci was Umbria's main man during the Renaissance and where to see his works.
Calendimaggio in Assisi
Crossbows, flag waving and medieval fun in the first week of May in Assisi.
Montone
Perfectly formed Montone is an ancient castle settlement famed today for its truffles.
Golf in Umbria
There are a number of decent courses in the region. Consider a golf holiday or short break
Bettona
What a view from the top of the historical centre, but are they Etruscans or Umbrians.
Spoleto Festival
Classical music and associated events with the Duomo providing the perfect backdrop.
Province of TERNI
Orvieto
It was all over for the Etruscans after the Battle of Sentino in 295 BC, but discover them at Orvieto.
Industrial Terni
Terni has one of Italy's most important movie making studios. Its past was equally technologically advanced.
Stroncone
Located in the hills overlooking Terni, this medieval town is more than overlooked.
Amelia
Amelia and the Amerino district were a popular holiday area for ancient Rome's very rich.
The Valnerina
If you like your valleys wide and sweet, then this is not for you; wildcats, snow, fortresses and dangerous roads
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