Perugia: Nel cuore dell'Umbria, tra Medioevo e Rinascimento from 231 €

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231 €

Based on 2 adults

Created: Friday, July 5, 2024 - Departure: Friday, September 27, 2024

About the destination

Perugia, the hilltop capital of Umbria, combines medieval charm with a lively, contemporary atmosphere. Enclosed by ancient Etruscan walls and crowned by stone palaces and churches, the city offers sweeping views over rolling green hills, vineyards, and olive groves. Its historic center, largely pedestrian, is a maze of narrow alleyways, hidden staircases, and sunlit squares that invite slow wandering and spontaneous discovery. At the heart of Perugia lies Piazza IV Novembre, one of Italy’s most beautiful squares, dominated by the magnificent Fontana Maggiore and the Gothic bulk of the Palazzo dei Priori. Inside the palace, the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria houses masterpieces by Perugino, Pinturicchio, and other Renaissance masters. Just a short walk away, the imposing Etruscan Arch and the underground Rocca Paolina—an entire buried neighborhood beneath a 16th‑century fortress—offer a fascinating journey through layers of history. Perugia is also a vibrant university town, home to both the Università degli Studi and the University for Foreigners, which gives the city a youthful, international feel. Cafés, bars, and wine enotecas buzz late into the night, especially along Corso Vannucci, the elegant main street. Cultural life is rich and varied: the world‑famous Umbria Jazz Festival in July and the Eurochocolate festival in October draw visitors from all over the world for concerts, tastings, and street performances. Food in Perugia reflects Umbrian traditions: think truffle‑infused dishes, hearty lentil and bean stews, homemade pasta, and robust local wines such as Sagrantino di Montefalco. Don’t miss tasting Perugia’s famed chocolates—from artisan pralines in tiny patisseries to the iconic Baci. With its blend of art, history, gastronomy, and a relaxed local rhythm, Perugia makes an ideal base for exploring the “green heart of Italy” or for simply soaking up authentic Italian life in a compact, walkable city.

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Perusia Hotel

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2830

Perugia - At 1.1 km from the centreWITH BREAKFASTVia Eugubina n.42, Perugia 06122

DOUBLE OR TWIN SUPERIOR

Free cancellation

With a stay at Perusia Hotel in Perugia, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Cantine Giorgio Lungarotti and 14 minutes by foot from Arco Etrusco. This hotel is 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from Lake Trasimeno and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and babysitting. Additional features at this hotel include wedding services, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.

Make yourself at home in one of the 129 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature bidets and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Canto Sesto RISTOART, for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

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