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Things to do in 
Città della Pieve

Città della Pieve is a quintessentially Umbrian town. Perched on a hilltop with expansive views over the surrounding green hills, Città della Pieve is a joy to explore and makes for a perfect base for exploring further afield. 

You'll find winding alleys and streets that are jumbled with medieval, renaissance, baroque, and neo-classical architecture. It is a town that is vibrant with community spirit and a historic heritage that still pulses strong.

 

Read about the best things to do in Città della Pieve, best day trips in Umbria and best day trips in Tuscany

Top 5 things to do in
Città della Pieve

1.

Admire the Adoration of the Magi by Il Perugino

Città della Pieve is lucky enough to be home to the 1504 fresco by Perugino. In the background of the masterpiece, you'll see our very own Città della Pieve and lake Trasimeno. 

3.

Visit Vicolo Baciadonne

Said to be the narrowest street in Italy, vicolo Baciadonne is worth going to just for the photo! 

5.

Wander around at Golden Hour

Città della Pieve is gorgeous at any hour of the day but the terracotta tones come alive just before sunset.

2.

Have an aperitivo

 A visit to any Italian town would not be complete without an aperitivo. Follow the locals to Matucci or Salto Picchio. 

4.

Go for dinner at Bruno Copetta

A great spot for dinner in any season, Bruno Coppetta is known locally for their selection of meats and their cacio e pepe. 

Top 5

Places to visit in Umbria

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Assissi

65km

Though Assisi is small, the majority of streets are relatively steep, meaning even short distances can take a while. Walking from the Basilica di San Francesco to the Piaza Matteotti or Porta Nuova parking can easily take up to 45 minutes.

 

There are frequent minibus shuttles between the parking and the city centers, which is a good option to avoid the long walk at the end of your visit.

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Perugia

39km

Perugia is a small Umbrian jewel to be discovered leisurely. This city boasts artistic and architectural treasures from its rich history.

 

Though it looks like a small fortified medieval town, Perugia is actually a dynamic and lively city. 

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Solomeo

35km

Solomeo is a medieval village that was built on the site of an ancient rural settlement called Villa Solomei between the end of the 12th century and mid-13th century.

 

The village has been totally restored by Brunello Cucinelli, the so-called ‘king of cashmere’, and is the location of the Cucinelli factory headquarters and outlet.

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Orvieto

40km

Orvieto is one of the oldest towns in Italy which has its origins in the Etruscan era. Perched on a cliff top, Orvieto enjoys spectacular panoramic views.  

Umbia

Places to visit in Tuscany

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Siena

90km

Wander through Siena’s medieval streets towards Piazza del Campo, described by Montaigne as ‘one of the most beautiful squares in the world’. Make sure not to miss the Fonte Gaia (‘Fountain of Joy’), designed in 1419 by Jacopo della Querica, a famous Sienese sculptor.

 

From the southern side of the square, you’ll see the Palazzo Pubblico with its magnificent bell tower: the Torre del Mangia. 

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San Casciano dei Bagni

25km

San Casciano dei Bagni is part of the ‘Most Beautiful Villages in Italy’ initiative which aims to promote and showcase the rich historic, artistic, cultural, environmental and traditional heritage of Italy’s small towns. 

 

With no more than 2000 residents, the history of San Casciano dei Bagni is intimately tied to its hot springs. With 42 springs and temperatures ranging between 27°C and 43°, the town sees a daily flow of 5.5 million litres (the third most in Europe).

 

You can visit the ultra-modern and world-famous thermal baths at Fonteverde for an indulgent dip in the water or one of their exclusive spa treatments. 

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Cetona

16km

Cetona is a well-preserved ancient village that in recent years has become the trendy destination for elegant getaways. One of the main attractions is its unique oval-shaped central square that dates from the 16th century. 

 

Enjoy an aperitivo or a bite to eat in one of the square’s many bars or restaurants. The 17th century Rocca di Cetona - a stunning villa surrounded by gorgeous gardens - is definitely worth a visit.

 

For a family outing, the Pre-historic Museum and the Archeodromo of Belverde are a perfect destination, offering an insight into primitive human life. 

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La Foce

28km

The Origo family estate and gardens at La Foce are world famous. The medici style villa, built on a strategic crossing point in the Val D’Orcia, is the family home of writer and garden-design expert Iris Origo.

 

Its gardens are well worth visiting and are open to the public on Wednesday afternoons for guided tours. The estate still manages a large amount of land and also sells excellent olive oil. 

Also worth visiting

Castiglioncello del Trinoro  |  27km

Montepulciano  |  33km

Montecchiello  |  34km

Pienza  |  46km

Bagno Vignoni  |  45km

Montalcino  |  62km

San Quirico d'Orca  |  48km

Cortona  |  43km

Tuscay

Città della Pieve awaits you....

La Casa dei Mimmi

A gorgeous, family-run B&B in the heart of Città della Pieve. 

Address

Via Pietro Vannucci

14/16 Città della Pieve

06062 Perugia

Italy

Contact

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