What to do and see in Umbria, Italy: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

November 11, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Umbria (/ˈʌmbriə/ UM-bree-ə; Italian pronunciation: [ˈumbrja]), is one of the twenty regions of Italy, located in central Italy. It is the only Italian region having neither a coastline nor a border with other countries. It includes the Lake Trasimeno, Marmore's Falls, and is crossed by the River Tiber. The regional capital is Perugia. Umbria is known for its landscapes, traditions, history, culinary delights, artistic legacy, and influence on culture.
Restaurants in Umbria

1. Monti Sibillini

Italy http://www.sibillini.net
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Monti Sibillini

Remote region in the east of Umbria offers a unique landscape, which is considered one of the most beautiful areas in Italy.

2. Eremo delle Carceri

Via Eremo delle Carceri 38 Monte Subasio, 06081, Assisi Italy +39 075 812301 [email protected] http://www.santuarioeremodellecarceri.org/
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Eremo delle Carceri

The retreat high in the mountains above Assisi where St. Francis frequently stayed to meditate and pray.

Reviewed By jmaiaf

Quiet, forested retreat. Wander about, watch for short doorways (!), sit, breathe Views are wondrous.

3. Montioni Frantoio e Cantina

Viale della Vittoria 34, 06036, Montefalco Italy +39 0742 379214 [email protected] http://www.gabrielemontioni.it
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Montioni Frantoio e Cantina

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.

Reviewed By B5617FTjuliew

Wow! After you visit Paolo and his winery, you will leave feeling like family. They take such pride in their work and treat every guest with respect and great care. We visited Paolo just after quarantine ended in Italy. We arranged a tasting and lunch to take away. They organized the entire lunch and had it well packaged when we arrived. They also created a separate menu for a vegetarian couple in the group. We had such a wonderful experience that We will be back this fall (and hopefully many times after that) Everything from the home-cooked meal by his mother, the wine and the olive oil were fantastic and high quality. Thank you Paolo and family. A presto.

4. Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi

Piazza S. Francesco, 2, 06081, Assisi Italy +39 075 819001 [email protected] http://www.sanfrancescoassisi.org/
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Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi

Reviewed By KatrinaMolini - Corciano, Italy

I love the Basilica and Assisi in general. We always bring our guests here and they like it a lot. It’s the best to enter the Basilica from the Lower Square (or Plaza). You have to wear a modest outfit (covered shoulders is a must) and keep silence at all times. There are some covers (one time use) at the entrance. There is no fee to visit the Basilica. After entering the Basilica via Lower Church, visit the Tomb of St. Francis of Assisi and proceed to the Cloister of Sixtus IV and the Upper Church (or Upper Basilica and exit to the Upper Square and from here visit the city of Assisi. We also visited the free treasury museum, which is located on the upper level in the cloister. On the same level there is a gift shop too. It’s quite big and sells a huge variety of items. They also usually have some temporary exhibitions in the cloisters. Very interesting. My favorite part though is in the upper church of basilica- the colorful ceiling and Giotto’s frescoes that tell the story of St. Francis of Assisi. Always a pleasure to admire the artworks like that and the architecture of the complex. You will enjoy even if you are not religious. This landmark in the UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.

5. Piazza IV Novembre

Piazza IV Novembre, 01010, Perugia Italy http://guide.travelitalia.com/it/guide/perugia/piazza-iv-novembre
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Piazza IV Novembre

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.

Reviewed By CleverCat

Piazza IV Novembre is not to be missed during a visit to historic Perugia. The piazza is flanked by historical buildings like the city's Duomo and the Palazzo Priori which go back centuries. The beautiful Fontana Maggiore sits in the middle of the square. It is such a pretty fountain with so much detail - be sure to check it out. People love to sit on the steps of the Duomo and chat and people watch. This is a great location to meet friends and soak in the city, especially at night when everything is lit up.

6. Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico

Piazza Grande 1, 06024, Gubbio Italy +39 075 927 4298 [email protected] http://www.palazzodeiconsoli.it
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Palazzo dei Consoli and Museo Civico

This museum is known for its collection of the famous Eugubine Tablets, which are seven bronze sheets that comprise a fundamental epigraphic document of the Umbrian civilization, dating back to the end of the 2nd century BC.

Reviewed By EmilioG496 - Rome, Italy

A wide square with a wonderful view on the valley. On the other side there is the green mountain. But the best is the "Palazzo dei Consoli". The building was a example of medieval architectural with a lot of stairs and some secret passages, The Museum exhibition has a lot of paintings from 15° and 16° century. Furthermore there are seven rare tables (Tavole eugubine) written in part with an old language more ancient than latin and part with "Etruscan language" engraved one century b.C.

7. Castelluccio

Italy +39 348 704 3458
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Castelluccio

This part of Italy between Assisi and Pescara is off the beaten track, but filled with great outdoor activities such as hiking, horseback riding and hang gliding.

8. Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli - Porziuncola

Piazza della Porziuncola 1, 06081, Assisi Italy +39 075 805 1430 [email protected] http://www.porziuncola.org/basilica-11-1.html
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Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli - Porziuncola

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.

Reviewed By GreenInsights - Perth, Australia

St Francis started his good works in prayer inside this little original chapel encased by the huge Basilica. Go there to experience the mystery

9. Ponte delle Torri

Via Giro del Ponte, Spoleto Italy http://www.bellaumbria.net/en/history-and-archeology/ponte-delle-torri-spoleto
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Ponte delle Torri

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.

Reviewed By rmfigueroa59

Spoleto was a great visit, starting with the escalators which allowed easy access to main areas of the city by avoiding steep uphill walks. What a fantastic system! Took the escalators to the central part of the city for awesome paninis and local vino, and then to the main attractions. After reaching the castle (La Rocca) we soaked in the spectacular views of the incredible Ponte delle Torri and the surrounding areas. Did not walk to it but I think that you can actually walk thru the Ponte across the canyon to the other side.Such an impressive structure that has lasted centuries, a must see!

10. Duomo di Orvieto

Piazza del Duomo 26, 05018, Orvieto Italy +39 0763 341167 http://www.opsm.it
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Duomo di Orvieto

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.

Reviewed By JoeA376 - New York City, United States

When you are in Orvieto, Italy, the wonders never stop. From the beautiful Cathedral with the impressive murals to the long, winding, and cobblestoned streets, Orvieto and the Duomo is a must-see stop whenever you are in Italy.

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