Insider guides

This fabulous restaurant in the picture-perfect main piazza of tiny hilltop Montefalco is one of my favorite spots in Umbria. Incredible food, a wonderful wine list (heavy on local Sagrantino), and outside tables in the adorable piazza.

A historic weaving workshop in a 11th century church in the center of Perugia, where traditional jacquard fabrics are handwoven on antique looms and sold by the artisan, herself.

The Basilica is one of the most recognized sights in Italy and Umbria, is home to the famous Giotto fresco cycle, and contains the tomb of Saint Francis of Assisi.

At the historic Perugina factory and museum, visitors can participate in a chocolate cooking lesson under the hand of master chocolatiers to learn how to make the famous Baci Perugina at home.