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This self guided walking tour of Perugia takes you through the city's 2,500-year history, from its Etruscan origins to its medieval and papal periods.
Highlights include the Etruscan Arch, Via dell’Acquedotto, Piazza IV Novembre, and the Rocca Paolina fortress. You'll learn about local legends like mercenary captain Braccio Fortebraccio and artists Perugino and Pinturicchio. The tour also covers the city's religious relics, its connection to chocolate (including the story of Bacio Perugina), and the centuries-old rivalry with Assisi.
You’ll visit historic sites such as the Convent of San Domenico and Studio Moretti Caselli, gaining insights into the intersection of power, faith, and art in Umbria’s capital.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts in front of the Palazzo Gallenga Stuart building.
This tour ends at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell'Umbria.
Itinerary
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Catch a glimpse of the Etruscan Arch as they pass by. Built in the 200s BCE, by the Etruscans who ruled over the city.
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Stroll along this medieval aqueduct that stretched for around 4 km and enjoy glorious views of Perugia.
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Pass by an exceptional work of hydraulic engineering, dating back to the second half of the 3rd century B.C.E, testifying to the advanced degree of civilisation reached by the Etruscans at the time.
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Pass by this iconic square, named after the date in which WWI finished for Italy.
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Pass by the Piazza della Repubblica, which commemorates Italy becoming a republic after an historic referendum, held in 1946.
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Learn as you walk about the statue of that of the first king of the United Kingdom of Italy, Victor Emmanuel, the second.
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Walk through this historical square, named to celebrate the unification of Italy as "Piazza Italia".
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Stroll past the well known stained glass museum of the Moretti Caselli studio.
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Witness the remains of the Rocca Paolina, an imposing fortress from the 1500s.
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Pass by the impressive looking, tall, octagonal church of San Ercolano, built between 1297 and 1326, directly onto the Etruscan walls.
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Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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