Perugia Private Tour: Discover the Charm of Umbria's Hill Town
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Perugia
Experience the charm and history of Perugia, the capital of Umbria, on a private tour. Walk along ancient city walls, admire the Fontana Maggiore, and explore the fascinating Rocca Paolina.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Perugia - Perugia is a city full of charme and history. Every ancient gate, alley, piazza, palazzo and church will capture your imagination; and every museum and gallery will impress you with a sense of history, culture and art. Perugia is not just a stuffy old showcase of the ancient, it also has a young, vibrant and energetic feel. Perugia is the site of many festivals and concerts, the most important of which are the annual fall Chocolate festival and the summer Umbria Jazz festival, lending the city to a chic and urbane atmosphere unmatched by other Italian cities.

Meeting point will be at Piazza Italia, from there we will go first exploring the different strata of Rocca Paolina

  • Rocca Paolina - The Rocca Paolina, or Paolina Fortress, is right in the historical centre of Perugia and one can enter via a door at Porta Marzia or the escalator system that connects Piazza Italia with Piazza Partigiani.

  • City Centre - Perugia, the regional capital, is an ancient city located in central-northern Umbria. The historic center is built on the high hills along the right bank of the Tiber River

  • Fontana Maggiore - The upper marble basin has twelve sides divided into twenty-four smooth panels of pink Assisi stone. Each one is separated by an equal number of white Carrara marble statuettes set on ledges between the panels. Some of the figures represent personages from the history of the city and legends, while others are symbolic.

  • Duomo - The Cathedral of St. Lawrence is located in the historical centre of Perugia on Piazza IV Novembre, its southern façade facing the square.

What's Included
  • Private official guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Perugia, serving as the seat of power in Umbria, is one of the region’s typical hilltop settlements. It’s a city spellbinding in its allure and historic narrative. As you explore it with your personal guide, you will stroll the city walls hailing from the Etruscan period, delve into the complex symbolism etched into the Fontana Maggiore by Nicola and Giovanni Pisano, and be captivated by the multi-layered Rocca Paolina.

  • The price displayed is for a private tour of up to 15 people
Location
Piazza Italia
At the monument in the middle of Piazza Italia
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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480sarahhh
Apr 17, 2024
BOOK THIS TOUR!! - For first time visitors to Perugia I HIGHLY recommend this tour.We were so lucky to have the lovely Marika to show us around below and above this beautiful city.She was highly knowledgeable but also FUN..There is a lot of historical information to take on board when trying to understand how Perugia began but she showed us everything with such patience and without any rush or worry about time constraint.She gave us some top class tips for restaurants which became the highlights of our wonderful short stay in the area.She thought it was very special that we were from Cumbria (UK) visiting Umbria (Italy) and drew so many interesting Roman connections between the two distant regions..so much we have since researched and all fact!!Thanks so much Marika!!
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Stuart_s
Mar 11, 2024
Well worth it. - Our guide was wonderful. It was pouring rain when the tour started so he changed the plans and took us to a museum. When the weather cleared up, we finished the tour. Great time and a great introduction to Perugia.
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Lisa_n
Nov 9, 2023
Perugia is more than meets the eye!! - What a treasure Perugia is.l! We cannot thank you for the most interesting and entertaining way to dip our toes into the incredible history of Perugia.
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Debbie_b
Oct 2, 2023
Our tour guide shared a... - Our tour guide shared a wealth of information! Friendly and fun! A great way to kick off your stay in Perugia.
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Rachal_l
Aug 25, 2023
Lovely Perugia - All of Perugia is lovely and the tour was extremely helpful for understanding it’s history. The underground is Particularly fascinating. Frederica is an excellent guide!
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Audrey_s
May 28, 2023
Great background with a knowledgable and friendly guide! - Elizabeth was so lovely! She arrived perfectly on time at the meeting point, interacted so sweetly with our 1 year old son, and gave us such a depth of historical context that made the city come alive. She took our energy level and physical capabilities into account and walked slowly, even waiting happily while we changed a diaper. We loved being with her and recommend you book too!
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Wayne_b
Oct 3, 2022
An engaging orientation to Perugia's history, art and culture. - Our local guide provided an interesting overview to Perugia's amazing history, culture and art. She was brisk, but also had the patience to answer questions. Perugia is a great place to visit and a local tour is a perfect way to start the vacation.
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Uruimi
Jul 5, 2022
Very informative - My tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. She had lots of passion for her town as she spoke. So rich in history!!!
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Rebecca_l
May 4, 2022
Learn from someone who cares about big questions and small details! - How to make sense of the centuries of change is a huge challenge. My guide, Marica, brought macro and micro details to life for me. Her personal warmth and her intellectual passion for what it means to be human were a true delight.
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Murray_e
Aug 19, 2023
Guide possessed a wealth... - Guide possessed a wealth of knowledge. Very informative & easy to relate to and offered helpful information on a seperate personal situation.
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