Fontana Maggiore Tours and Tickets

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.

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.

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!

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!

Perugia is the city of inverted views: to go up to the city you have to go down into the basement of the hill, you must always be on the move to get the best of every corner, you will never find a fixed point from which to have an overview of the whole ... but then the city turns out to be sweet… like a kiss of chocolate and hazelnut.

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 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.

Perugia, the capital of Umbria, is a city of infinite cultural facets, as well as one of the Italian cradles of medieval and Renaissance art. Together we will be able to explore the Noble Collegio del Cambio and discover the secrets of the Renaissance art of Perugino, one of the most appreciated artistic personalities of his time. But there is much more on the horizon ... such as the Umbria Jazz festival and the renowned Eurochocolate event. It will be an exciting experience to explore the secret environments of Rocca Paolina together!

We will leave from Piazza Italia to walk to Rocca Paolina, an imposing Renaissance fortress. Once we have reached the historic center of Perugia, we will be able to take a coffee break with a good espresso or a cup of hot chocolate. We are in the so-called "City of Chocolate"! The most popular tourist points of interest in the city where you prefer to linger the most. Some of the most characteristic corners are via dell'Acquedotto, one of the most famous streets in the center, or the Arco Augusto, the oldest of all the walls. After a walk we will stop in front of the Fontana Maggiore, considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. Finally, we will conclude the tour by observing the buildings that overlook the square, among which the Cathedral and the Palazzo dei Priori stand out.

Perugia is waiting for you, still surrounded by over 9km of ancient walls in a perfect timeless embrace. Here is an exclusive package with a 3-night stay in the city's only 5* luxury hotel, the Sina Brufani 5*L that overlooks Perugia and guarantees a central position within the medieval core of the city and attractions like the Duomo, the Fontana Maggiore, or Palazzo dei Priori. Take your time over these 4 days to explore the city on your own and decide when to join a group for the included visit to the Underground city. Do you have a sweet tooth for chocolate? The Perugina Historical Museum is waiting for you! You will walk among real treasures of one of the sweetest industries in the country, including commercials, packaging, and exclusive finds from the company archives. Spoiler alert: you will taste their sweet chocolate! Finally, the package includes a visit to a local winery, where you will taste excellent quality wines, accompanied by local specialties.

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!