09:00

Scenic entrance to the Rocca Paolina

From Perugia Fontivegge station, you can reach the center by minimetrò to Pincetto, or take the bus: allow about 15–25 minutes in total and an approximate ticket price of €1.50–2.50. From the escalators, you enter the underground route of the Rocca Paolina, where streets, rooms, and structures absorbed into the 16th-century fortress can be seen; the visit is generally free and takes about 45–60 minutes.

Check the opening hours of the minimetrò and escalators, as they may vary on holidays.

10:15

Piazza IV Novembre and Fontana Maggiore

Reach Piazza IV Novembre on foot in about 10 minutes, crossing the historic center and its uphill streets. Spend around 30–40 minutes at the square and the Fontana Maggiore, pausing to admire the sculpted reliefs and the perspective of the medieval buildings; access to the square is free.

11:00

Cathedral of San Lorenzo

The cathedral overlooks the square and is easy to visit on foot, taking into account religious celebrations and service times. Inside, admire the chapels, works of art, and the building’s structure; admission is generally free or may require a contribution for specific areas, while a short visit takes about 30–45 minutes.

Respectful attire is required; during services, some areas may not be open to visitors.

12:00

Palazzo dei Priori and the National Gallery of Umbria

A few steps from the square, Palazzo dei Priori is one of the city’s main medieval civic buildings. If you also want to visit the National Gallery of Umbria, allow around 1.5–2 hours for the collections, which include works from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance; consider an indicative ticket price of €8–12, with possible reductions and fare variations.

Check opening hours, last entry and access conditions to the rooms in advance.

14:15

Lunch among the streets of the center

Stop at a trattoria or a place in the center, without straying from the itinerary. You can look for Umbrian dishes such as torta al testo, strangozzi or umbricelli, and local cured meats; for a simple lunch, budget around €15–25 per person, drinks excluded or included depending on the venue.

15:45

Walk to the Etruscan Arch

From the center, reach the Etruscan Arch with a walk of about 10–15 minutes, mostly along sloping streets and uneven paving. Stop to admire the large Etruscan gate and the later Roman and medieval additions; the exterior visit is free and takes about 20–30 minutes.

17:00

Return to the center and a break among shops and cafés

Head back toward Piazza IV Novembre at a relaxed pace, exploring the side streets and shops of the historic center: the route takes about 15 minutes, but the hills encourage you to take your time. Treat yourself to a coffee or a snack, around €3–8, and leave room for an aperitivo or dinner; for dinner, budget around €20–35 per person.