Umbria and the Marches Travel Guide
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Birthplace of saints and home to some of the country's greatest artistic treasures, central Italy is a collection of misty green valleys and picture-perfect hill towns laden with centuries of history.
Umbria and the Marches Hotels
Virtually every older town, no matter how small, has some kind of hotel. A trend, particularly around Gubbio, Orvieto, and Todi, is to convert old villas...read more
Umbria and the Marches Restaurants
Central Italy is mountainous, and its food is hearty and straightforward, with a stick-to-the-ribs quality that sees hardworking farmers and artisans through...read more
Things To Do in Umbria and the Marches
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Umbria and the Marches
- $2517* & up -- Business Class to Europe in Summer, R/T w/Tax Air France
- $2289 -- Italy: Three Cities with Guide thru Spring Sceptre Tours
- $2999 -- Suite on 7-Night Luxury European Cruise, $950 Off Regent Seven Seas Cruises
- 15% Off -- Car Rentals throughout Europe Alamo Rent A Car
Umbria and the Marches Experiences
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Palazzo Ducale, Urbino: A visit here reveals more about the ideals of the Renaissance than a shelf of history books.... Read more
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Umbria is rich with truffles—more are found here than anywhere else in Italy—and those not consumed fresh are processed into pastes... Read more
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Sagrantino grapes have been used for the production of red wine for centuries. The wine began centuries ago as Sagrantino passito, a semisweet... Read more
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Magnificent scenery makes the heart of Italy excellent walking, hiking, and mountaineering country. In Umbria, the area around Spoleto is particularly... Read more
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