What to do in Umbria

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1. Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels

The Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli is an enormous church that attracts pilgrims from across the globe with its Baroque chapels and Franciscan origin story. Learn about St. Francis of Assisi, who chose to live a life of poverty in the 12th century.
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Santa Maria degli Angeli featuring a church or cathedral and religious elements

2. Lake Trasimeno

Lake Trasimeno is one of Umbria’s jewels. Nestled amid rolling countryside, vineyards and olive groves it is both a natural haven and a cultural treasure. Explore the villages dotted along the shoreline and discover their fascinating history and architecture, or simply soak up their peaceful atmosphere.
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Trasimeno lake panoramic view,Castiglione del lago fortress, Umbria, Italy

3. Basilica San Francesco di Assisi

A powerfully affecting site for believers and art-lovers alike, the Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi is the crowning jewel of the town’s UNESCO heritage-listed Franciscan structures. Immense in scale and ambitious in design, the basilica can be seen from miles around and boasts glorious views into the valleys surrounding the town of Assisi. Spend an afternoon exploring the churches, gardens, piazzas and the crypt that houses the elaborate tomb of St. Francis.
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Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi showing heritage architecture

4. Marmore Waterfall

Cascata delle Marmore (Marmore Falls) is both a natural wonder and magnificent feat of human engineering. This three-tiered waterfall cascades from a height of 541 feet (165 meters) and through spectacular greenery before emptying into a river. Casacata delle Marmore has inspired great poets such as Lord Byron and Virgil, from ancient Rome. Admire the pristine beauty of the falls, feel its thundering force from observation decks and take part in thrilling watersports.
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Cascata delle Marmore showing a waterfall

5. Orvieto Funicular - Piazza Cahen

The Orvieto Cable Car is an innovative transport system dating back to 1888. It is an efficient mode of transport for carrying passengers between the charming old town zone and the modern development surrounding the Orvieto Railway Station. Enjoy the pleasant views of the Umbrian countryside on your journey up the fortress hill, home to the town’s most significant landmarks.
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Orvieto Funicular featuring signage and heritage architecture

6. Basilica di Santa Rita

Learn all about the life, works and path to sainthood of a local woman in the Basilica and Monastery of St. Rita in Cascia. This religious complex is of great importance to Catholics, because it is the final resting place of St. Rita, a humble local woman who lived an exemplary life. Pilgrims flock here from all over the world, hoping to see the impossible happen.
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7. Duomo di Orvieto

The Duomo di Orvieto is a splendid Gothic structure that looms over the old town of Orvieto. Dating back to the late 13th century, the cathedral was initially built as a shrine to a relic from a miracle. Today, it is one of Italy’s most iconic cathedrals. Admire the classic religious façade that can be seen from most parts of the town.
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Duomo di Orvieto showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

8. Orvieto Underground

The Etruscan Orvieto Underground is comprised of a network of caves and tunnels that date back around 2,500 years. The pathways interlink, creating a subterranean world that has helped archeologists find out about Orvieto’s former inhabitants. Meander through the labyrinth of open caves to learn about the Etruscan era of this historic region.
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Etruscan Orvieto Underground featuring heritage elements and caves

9. Basilica of Santa Chiara

Constructed between 1257 and 1265, the Basilica of Santa Chiara is of great historic and spiritual significance. The church is named after St. Clare, a friend and protégé of St. Francis, who founded the Order of Poor Ladies, which still has thousands of members today. Take advantage of the excellent photo opportunities available in the adjoining piazza, from which you have wonderful views of the valleys south of Assisi.
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What to do in Umbria

Popular places to visit

Santa Maria degli Angeli showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views

Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels

5/5(1 review)

Explore the glorious building where Saint Francis of Assisi lived, prayed and died and visit its beautiful museum and rose garden.

Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels
Trasimeno lake panoramic view,Castiglione del lago fortress, Umbria, Italy

Lake Trasimeno

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Get swept up in the beauty, culture and history that abound on the shores of this tranquil lake in the heart of Umbria’s beautiful countryside.

Lake Trasimeno
Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi which includes interior views, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

Basilica San Francesco di Assisi

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Join pilgrims from all over the world in exploring this grandiose 13th-century religious complex. See the remains of one of the most venerated religious figures in history.

Basilica San Francesco di Assisi
Cascata delle Marmore showing a waterfall

Marmore Waterfall

5/5(1 review)

Visit one of the world’s largest man-made waterfalls, created over 2,000 years ago by Romans and today used to source a hydroelectric power plant.

Marmore Waterfall
Orvieto Funicular featuring signage and heritage architecture

Orvieto Funicular - Piazza Cahen

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Ride through a charming channel of trees and appreciate Umbria’s undulating terrain on your trip to the old town of Orvieto.

Orvieto Funicular - Piazza Cahen
The Opera Sanctuary of Santa Rita, in Roccaporena, in the historic center of the town, Cascia, Italy

Santuario di Santa Rita Agostiniana

5/5(2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Roccaporena with a visit to Santuario di Santa Rita Agostiniana. Discover the area's countryside and spas.

Santuario di Santa Rita Agostiniana
Basilica di Santa Rita which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Basilica di Santa Rita

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the early-morning Mass, tour the monastery or take a pilgrimage to the burial place of St. Rita, the “Saint of the Impossible.”

Basilica di Santa Rita
Duomo di Orvieto showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Duomo di Orvieto

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Gaze at this cathedral’s remarkable façade, which is rich with glowing mosaics, carved details and vibrant frescos of biblical figures.

Duomo di Orvieto
Etruscan Orvieto Underground which includes caves and interior views as well as a large group of people

Orvieto Underground

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about ancient techniques involving pigeon keeping and tool construction in the labyrinth of mysterious caves beneath Orvieto’s old town.

Orvieto Underground

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06081 Assisi, Province of Perugia, Italy

Assisi Historic Center

Churches, art galleries and museums are just a few things travellers enjoy about Assisi Historic Center. Check out Basilica of Santa Chiara or Cathedral of San Rufino while you're exploring the area.

Assisi Historic Center
Spello featuring a city, landscape views and a sunset

Old Town Perugia

5/5(16 area reviews)

Discover Old Town Perugia, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Old Town Perugia include Palazzo dei Priori and National Gallery of Umbria, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Pincetto MiniMetro Station.

Old Town Perugia
Castiglione del Lago featuring a castle and heritage elements

Contrada Fontivegge

While Contrada Fontivegge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palazzo della Corgna and Rocca del Leone.

Contrada Fontivegge
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Ponte d'Oddi

Ponte d'Oddi might not have many top sights, but Roman Aqueduct and Parco di Porta Sant'Angelo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Contrada Castello

If you're spending some time in Contrada Castello, Palazzo della Corgna and Rocca del Leone are top sights worth seeing.

Contrada Castello
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Montelirossi

While Montelirossi isn't home to many top sights, Spoleto Roman Amphitheater and Spoleto City Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Montelirossi

Day trip destinations from Umbria

Perugia which includes heritage architecture and a city

Perugia

Citta di Castello which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and street scenes

Città di Castello

Spoleto which includes a city and a house

Spoleto

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Rieti

Cortona featuring farmland and a city

Cortona

Trevi

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