Umbria

Countryside in Umbria

Assisi, the Basilica of San Francesco

Panoramic of the medieval town of Todi, in Umbria

A beautifully decorated street in the charming and historic town of Spello

Fontana Maggiore on Piazza IV Novembre in Perugia

Umbria is a region of historic and modern 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. The region is characterized by hills, mountains, valleys and historical towns such as Perugia (known as an important university centre), Assisi (a World Heritage Site associated with St. Francis of Assisi), Gubbio, Spoleto, Orvieto and Todi.

Umbria Highlights

Events

Things to Do and See in Italy in July 2022

Buckle up for a full summer of festivals: here, John Bensalhia charts some of the highlights.

Off the beaten track

Not Just Provence - Where to See Lavender Fields in Italy

Italophiles with a passion for lavender can head to these places to admire the magnificent blooms.

The Curious Traveler

St. Patrick’s Well in Orvieto Added to UNESCO’s Global Network of Water Museums

Orvieto’s Pozzo di San Patrizio is an engineering marvel built in the 16th century.

Italy's Treasures

Where to See Beautiful Blooms Around Italy this Spring

Spring in Italy is right around the corner! Here are some places to see the Bel Paese in peak bloom!

The Curious Traveler

Stanley Tucci Continues “Searching for Italy” in Season 2

The critically acclaimed CNN series is scheduled to air for a second season this spring.

What you can't miss in Umbria

Where is Umbria

Top Experiences in Umbria

Food & Wine

Fall Harvest Tour in Tuscany

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Outdoor Activities

Hot air balloon ride at Assisi, Umbria

Assisi

Best places to stay in Umbria

House for Rent

Exclusive villa-holiday rentals in Umbria - Great value

Umbria, Perugia Province, Perugia

Agriturismo

Agriturismo L'Ariete

Montone

Properties for sale in Umbria

Villa in Umbertide

1200000

Country house with swimming pool in panoramic location, Ficulle Ref.OR6145M 0

Country Home - To Restore in Ficulle

495000

Villa with pool in panoramic location, Città della Pieve Ref. CDP755M 0

Villa in Citta della Pieve

550000

Tastefully restored historic farmhouse, Panicale Ref. PN6133 0

Country Home - Restored in Panicale

945000

Apartment in Perugia Province

25000

Detached House in Panicale

190000

Semi-detached in Panicale

85000

Apartment in Magione

37000

Recipes From Umbria

Recipes

Ciaramicola : Italy’s Easter Lemon-Spice Cake for Lovers

Ciaramicola, a lemon spice cake, covered with merengue and topped with sprinkles, is a classic Easter cake from the Perugia province of Umbria. It is customary for a woman to give one to her lover or fiancé on Easter morning as a symbol of her affection.

Recipes

Scafata - Fava Bean Stew

Our food writer Cindy Swain shares her best recipe for the tasty scafata, a bean dish made with fava beans, swiss chard and onion.

Recipes

Zuppa di Vongole e Fagioli (Clam Stew with Beans)

This week Amy Gulick shares a recipe that takes inspiration from the classic 'vongole'(clam) dish from the Campagnia region. A hearty clam soup with beans that will make anyone's mouth water.

What others are saying about Umbria

@lynn.petrelli asks:

I am trying to find my Italian roots. I have documents for my grandfather but I want to find his parents and grandparents.

I have names in my grandmother's line but I need help to validate my findings. What sources can I use while I am in Italy.

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@tonya_baltimore asks:

Hi, does anyone have any recommendations for where to find an Italian/English speaking caretaker for a property we're buying in Umbria?

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@joncoh asks:

Hi there - it's time to renew our house/contents insurance, and yet again Intasure have bumped up their premium, this time by nearly 20%, despite the fact that we have never claimed, and they have also removed earthquake cover.

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