Day Trip Ideas from Assisi
Discover Umbria's hidden treasures – charming villages, breathtaking views, and local products!
🌼 Spello – 15 minutes by car🌼
A charming medieval village famous for its flower-lined streets and tranquil atmosphere.
What to do: Stroll through the narrow streets, visit the Roman mosaics, and admire the local art galleries.
What to buy: Extra virgin olive oil (PDO), local wines, handmade ceramics, and jams.
🌼 Montefalco – 35 minutes by car🌼
Known as the "Balcony of Umbria," it is renowned for its wine and views of the Umbrian valley.
What to do: Visit the wineries, stroll through the historic center, and discover the frescoes in the San Francesco Museum.
What to buy: Sagrantino wine, olive oil, truffle products, and honey.
🌼 Deruta– 35 minutes by car 🌼
A small village famous worldwide for its hand-painted ceramics.
What to do: Visit the ceramics workshops, the museum, and artisan shops.
What to buy: Artistic ceramics, olive oil, and wine from small local producers.
🌼 Bevagna – 30 minutes by car 🌼
An ancient Roman-medieval village with artisan workshops and a relaxed atmosphere.
What to do: Explore the ancient Roman baths, the handmade paper shops, and the main square.
What to buy: Wine (Grechetto), honey, artisanal soaps, and local cured meats.
🌼 Trevi– 35 minutes by car 🌼
Surrounded by olive groves, it is an authentic and peaceful hilltop town.
What to do: Stroll through the terraced olive groves, visit the churches, enjoy a peaceful lunch.
What to buy: Award-winning olive oil, legumes (lentils, spelt), local sauces
If you have more time
- Gubbio (1 hour): A splendid medieval village, known for its truffles and stone buildings.
- Todi (50 minutes): An elegant town with panoramic views and historic architecture.
Where to Buy Local Products:
- Wineries in Montefalco, Spello, and Bevagna
- Olive oil mills near Trevi and Spello
- Craft shops and markets in every village
- Weekly markets: Assisi (Saturday), Spello (Wednesday)