Best Day Trips from Assisi: Exploring the Umbrian Countryside

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Assisi is a beautiful town in the province of Perugia, Umbria. And it is high on our list of favorite places to visit! From stunning architecture to delicious food, you’ll find no shortage of things to do and see here.

However, it’s always fun to get away and explore the surrounding areas when you’re traveling. Luckily, there are plenty of amazing day trips from Assisi that you can take to explore more of Italy.

Basilica of St. Francis

It is one of the most important religious sites in Italy. The basilica is home to the tomb of St. Francis and features stunning frescoes, a method of painting, by Cimabue and Giotto.

Convent of Santa Chiara

The convent features a beautiful rose garden and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Chiesa Nuova

The church features stunning frescoes by artists like Giuseppe Cesari, also known as the Cavaliere d’Arpino.

Olive Groves

Take a tour of an olive oil mill to learn about the production process and taste some of the best olive oil in the world.

Shores of Lake Trasimeno

The town of Castiglione del Lago is a great place to start your exploration of the lake. It has a beautiful castle and offers stunning views of the lake and the surrounding hills.

Orvieto Day Trip

The town is famous for its stunning Gothic cathedral, the Duomo di Orvieto, which is considered one of the most beautiful in Italy.

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