Green Heart of Italy: Umbria’s Lakes, Villages & Local Traditions
Umbria sits quietly in the center of Italy, tucked between better-known regions but far from the tourist crowds. Called the “green heart of Italy,” it’s a place of winding mountain roads, hill towns like Spello and Orvieto, with centuries-old stonework, forested trails, and churches that feel carved from history. There’s Lake Trasimeno – perfect for swimming, waterfalls hidden in the hills, and the cultural anchors of Assisi and Perugia—offering fascinating local festivals and stunning artistic masterpieces.
Medieval Charm of Perugia and Gubbio
Otherworldly Assisi
Enchanting Umbrian Hill Towns
Incomparable Orvieto & the South
Rugged Beauty of Castelluccio and Norcia
Splendid Lake Trasimeno
Explore ancient Perugia, filled with Etruscan ruins, gorgeous palazzi and winding little streets that hold surprises around each corner.
Why not come for the city’s world-renowned jazz festival or its tasty chocolate festival?
Stroll around Assisi, Umbria’s spiritual center, and visit important spots in the life of Saint Francis.
Its basilica is one of the grandest to be found in Italy!
Hop a train and meander the streets of Umbria’s hill towns with their flower filled balconies, traditional festivals, and artisanal foods and crafts on offer.
Don’t miss savoring the region’s famed salami…
And tasting its rich red wine!
Be stunned by Orvieto’s profound artistic masterpieces at one of Italy’s most celebrated cathedrals.
From towering waterfalls to mountain slopes covered in carpets of wildflowers, nature lovers will delight in Umbria’s picture-perfect landscape.
Relax at Lake Trasimeno, with its classical music festival and castle right out of a fairytale.
