Fontana Maggiore Tours

Umbria’s capital city, lively Perugia offers a range of attractions, from Etruscan–era fortifications and the Rocca Paolina (a medieval fortress and present-day cultural hub) to annual jazz and chocolate festivals. On this private walking tour, get a first-hand experience of the city’s charms, see its major sights, learn about its long history, and even enjoy a gustatory pause when you stop for an espresso at a local coffee shop.

The capital of Umbria, Perugia is located on the hills of the right bank of the Tiber. Starting in Piazza IV Novembre, which is the historic center of the city, you will find the Cathedral of San Lorenzo. The tour then continues when walking through the various medieval streets and observed the ramparts of Rocca Paolina, which displayed the power of Pope Paul III. The continuation of the tour is headed to the Maggiore fountain, which was built in 1278. Our guide will introduce you to the history of the craftsmen and their role, which a Latin inscription of the fountain is imprinted. Consisting of multiple iconographies, there are 50 bas-reliefs and 24 statues. We will be making the next stop along our tour to the Palazzo dei Priori, which is the seat of the city government in the Middle Ages. This Gothic building will be explored, and when entering, the griffin and lion will be noticed in its entrance.

Perugia is the capital of Umbria and one of the local hill towns. It is a city full of charme and history. With your private guide you will walk along its city wall dating from the Etruscan age, get lost in the symbols carved by Nicola and Giovanni Pisano's into the Fontana Maggiore and find yourself fascinated by the many layers of the Rocca Paolina.

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Perugia Town. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola in Perugia you will enjoy the medieval old town. Included: • Wine Tasting and light lunch. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi and Perugia (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy an intimate introduction to Perugia and its key sights when you embark on a small-group walking tour of the Umbrian capital. Settled since Etruscan times, the city is renowned for its wealth of historical artifacts. In the company of your guide, stroll along its ancient town walls, admire the medieval–era Fontana Maggiore, explore the Rocca Paolina and its underground passageways, and more. As you go, learn more about the city’s history, and its lively present, from your guide.

Book this private tour to visit the beautiful capital of Umbria, the city of Perugia, with its steep medieval streets, breathtaking views and many delicious specialties to taste!

This tour indeed will show you two of the most charming hilltowns of central Italy. You will also enjoy 14th Century frescoes and Reanaissance paintings. It will be like to back to the past!

One of the greatest Italian Renaissance painters bears the name, not which he was born, but of the town in which he came from. Perugino, a talented young painter from the region of Perugia, most famously executed the magnificent work entitled, “The Delivery of the Keys” upon the wall in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel seen annually by millions. While many may be unfamiliar with Perugino the artist, your first step is to know the town in which he takes his name - Perugia. On this intimate private walking tour with a local guide walk through the picturesque city where steep medieval streets offer sweeping views and the many regional, delicious specialties are awaiting your arrival!