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Umbria and Perugia: what to see and visit
What to seE in Perugia and in its suRRounding aRea
Discover thE regiOn near The GiÒ!
Umbria is a magical land. Green and rich in natural beauties, from Lake Trasimeno to the Marmore waterfalls, to the flowering of Castelluccio di Norcia. Abounding in stunning art cities, starting with Perugia itself, followed by Assisi, Spoleto, Gubbio, and Orvieto. Dotted with enchanting villages where time seems to have stood still, like Rasiglia, Spello, Narni, and Montefalco.
Hotel Giò Wine & Jazz Area is located right in the center of this gorgeous area, just a short walk from the center of Perugia, which is also easily reachable by minimetro; a few kilometers from the most famous attractions, all of which are less than an hour's drive away. Discover what to see in Perugia, what to do in the surrounding area and what to visit in Umbria: Hotel Giò Wine & Jazz Area is the perfect departure point for exploring Italy's Green Heart's beauties.
Perugia and art cities
Historical finds, artistic gems, alleys and narrow streets winding through each other to form harmonious labyrinths, artisan workshops and, in the background, some music, the key feature of one of the city's most symbolic events: Umbria Jazz.
Visiting Perugia is a unique experience: choose Giò Wine & Jazz Area for your stay and add a special touch with our tips from real Perugia locals.
What to see in Perugia?
Take a walk in the central Piazza IV Novembre until you reach the symbolic monument of Perugia: the Fontana Maggiore. Visit the Palazzo dei Priori, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo (we simply call it the “Duomo”) and the Pozzo Etrusco, a truly impressive masterpiece of hydraulic engineering.
Look out from the Carducci Gardens and enjoy the view of the rooftops, the city walls, the bell towers and the city's most beautiful church: the Basilica of San Domenico, simply amazing from above. Otherwise, let the charm of Perugia's underground world enchant you: explore the tunnels of the Rocca Paolina fortress.
To crown your experience:
Visiting Perugia is a unique experience: choose Giò Wine & Jazz Area for your stay and add a special touch with our tips from real Perugia locals.
What to see in Perugia?
Take a walk in the central Piazza IV Novembre until you reach the symbolic monument of Perugia: the Fontana Maggiore. Visit the Palazzo dei Priori, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo (we simply call it the “Duomo”) and the Pozzo Etrusco, a truly impressive masterpiece of hydraulic engineering.
Look out from the Carducci Gardens and enjoy the view of the rooftops, the city walls, the bell towers and the city's most beautiful church: the Basilica of San Domenico, simply amazing from above. Otherwise, let the charm of Perugia's underground world enchant you: explore the tunnels of the Rocca Paolina fortress.
To crown your experience:
- Visit the Perugina Chocolate Factory (and take a selfie in front of the giant Bacio Perugina standing inside the museum)
- Join Eurochocolate, the international chocolate festival held every year in autumn
- Enjoy the Umbria Jazz concerts, taking place every year around mid-July
Close by, you'll be able to visit other must-see enchanting art cities
Assisi and the places connected to St. Francis: the Basilica of St. Francis, the Basilica of St. Clare, and the Porziuncola in Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Gubbio, whose marvelous Piazza Grande seems to float towards the countryside thanks to the panoramic view that opens up on one of its two sides, with the Palazzo dei Consoli in the center.
Spoleto, whose landmarks have been made famous by the popular TV series “Don Matteo”: like Piazza del Duomo with its iconic staircase, one of the most photographed postcard views in all of Italy.
Orvieto, home to the beautiful Gothic Cathedral, filled with artworks such as Gentile da Fabriano's “La Madonna col Bamino”, and the curious St. Patrick's Well, a masterpiece of engineering that can be visited by descending the 248 steps of its spiral ramp.
Gubbio, whose marvelous Piazza Grande seems to float towards the countryside thanks to the panoramic view that opens up on one of its two sides, with the Palazzo dei Consoli in the center.
Spoleto, whose landmarks have been made famous by the popular TV series “Don Matteo”: like Piazza del Duomo with its iconic staircase, one of the most photographed postcard views in all of Italy.
Orvieto, home to the beautiful Gothic Cathedral, filled with artworks such as Gentile da Fabriano's “La Madonna col Bamino”, and the curious St. Patrick's Well, a masterpiece of engineering that can be visited by descending the 248 steps of its spiral ramp.
Charming villages
Ranking Umbria's most beautiful villages is a difficult task. There
are dozens of them in our region, everyone as priceless as the next: quiet and relaxing places with silent alleys and landscapes frozen in time; small towns, far from the madding crowds, that represent the most ancient and authentic heart of the region.
Which ones should you choose, and what should you see in Umbria?
Here are some of our favorites:
Rasiglia. Here, water flows through the streets, fed by the Caponeva Spring, producing a lovely series of waterfalls and giving the village a fairytale atmosphere.
Spello. Its flower-filled streets and characteristic yellow and pink stone houses make it one of Italy's most beautiful villages. It is even more beautiful during the Infiorate del Corpus Domini: on this occasion, streets are populated by gorgeous floral compositions.
Narni. Stone arches, fountains and small squares where you can feel the peace and quiet. In addition, you'll also come across a magnificent lake in the Gole del Nera River Park, called “Le Mole”, which appeared in the movie “The Chronicles of Narnia” and helped make the small village even more famous.
Montefalco. The main streets of the small town merge together, forming the circular shape of Piazza del Comune, an incredible piece of perfection. Yet what makes Montefalco truly special are the hectares of Sagrantino vineyards, an oenological jewel that expresses the true essence of Umbria.
are dozens of them in our region, everyone as priceless as the next: quiet and relaxing places with silent alleys and landscapes frozen in time; small towns, far from the madding crowds, that represent the most ancient and authentic heart of the region.
Which ones should you choose, and what should you see in Umbria?
Here are some of our favorites:
Rasiglia. Here, water flows through the streets, fed by the Caponeva Spring, producing a lovely series of waterfalls and giving the village a fairytale atmosphere.
Spello. Its flower-filled streets and characteristic yellow and pink stone houses make it one of Italy's most beautiful villages. It is even more beautiful during the Infiorate del Corpus Domini: on this occasion, streets are populated by gorgeous floral compositions.
Narni. Stone arches, fountains and small squares where you can feel the peace and quiet. In addition, you'll also come across a magnificent lake in the Gole del Nera River Park, called “Le Mole”, which appeared in the movie “The Chronicles of Narnia” and helped make the small village even more famous.
Montefalco. The main streets of the small town merge together, forming the circular shape of Piazza del Comune, an incredible piece of perfection. Yet what makes Montefalco truly special are the hectares of Sagrantino vineyards, an oenological jewel that expresses the true essence of Umbria.
Nature's wonders
The Green Heart of Italy is home to rolling hills, mountain lakes, stunning rivers and wonderful natural environments where you can escape the frenzy of the city and recharge your batteries.
We have picked 3 things to see in Umbria, the favorite ones of Hotel Giò Wine & Jazz Area.
Lake Trasimeno. It's Central Italy's largest lake, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, castles and charming villages. Like Castiglione del Lago, it's located on top of a limestone promontory, just like the medieval village of Passignano, from whose small port you can take a boat to Isola Maggiore. Make sure you go on a day trip to discover this ancient fishing village!
The Marmore Waterfalls. These are one of Italy's most fascinating waterfalls, and one of the highest in Europe. Choose which of the six marked paths you want to take: each one leads to an extraordinary viewpoint, from which you can admire the waterfalls' “drops” from different angles.
The Flowering in Castelluccio di Norcia. In the heart of the Valnerina, within the Monti Sibillini National Park, the Castelluccio plain is a fairy-tale place. Between the end of May and the beginning of July of each year, you can admire the magic of the flowering: thousands of flowers blossom and the plants seem to explode with color, with shades ranging from yellow to red, to purple and white. Such a marvel for the eyes, worthy of the best impressionist work.
We have picked 3 things to see in Umbria, the favorite ones of Hotel Giò Wine & Jazz Area.
Lake Trasimeno. It's Central Italy's largest lake, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, castles and charming villages. Like Castiglione del Lago, it's located on top of a limestone promontory, just like the medieval village of Passignano, from whose small port you can take a boat to Isola Maggiore. Make sure you go on a day trip to discover this ancient fishing village!
The Marmore Waterfalls. These are one of Italy's most fascinating waterfalls, and one of the highest in Europe. Choose which of the six marked paths you want to take: each one leads to an extraordinary viewpoint, from which you can admire the waterfalls' “drops” from different angles.
The Flowering in Castelluccio di Norcia. In the heart of the Valnerina, within the Monti Sibillini National Park, the Castelluccio plain is a fairy-tale place. Between the end of May and the beginning of July of each year, you can admire the magic of the flowering: thousands of flowers blossom and the plants seem to explode with color, with shades ranging from yellow to red, to purple and white. Such a marvel for the eyes, worthy of the best impressionist work.
