Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Perugia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Perugia

With a population of 120,137, Perugia is a must-see destination in Umbria, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Perugia has to offer.

When to visit Perugia

Perugia in January
Estimated hotel price
£89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Perugia in January
Estimated hotel price
£89
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Perugia in July, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 93 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Perugia, with an average rainfall of 45 mm.

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How to Get to Perugia

Plane

When flying to Perugia, you’ll arrive at Perugia Sant Egidio (PEG), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Perugia from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 2h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Perugia is to pick up a car hire from Venice, which is about 161 miles from Perugia. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Target Italy, among others, in Venice.

Plane

When flying to Perugia, you’ll arrive at Perugia Sant Egidio (PEG), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Perugia from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 2h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Perugia is to pick up a car hire from Venice, which is about 161 miles from Perugia. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Target Italy, among others, in Venice.

Airports near Perugia

FLRFlorence Peretola
RMIRimini Miramare

Airlines serving Perugia

Lufthansa
Good (8,166 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,551 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,128 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,260 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,629 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,046 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,908 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,406 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,433 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,352 reviews)
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Where to stay in Perugia

From 5-star hotels such as the Sina Brufani to great affordable options like the Residenza il Punto, Perugia offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £178 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Sant'Ercolano and Hotel Iris.

Where to stay in popular areas of Perugia

Most booked hotels in Perugia

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Rosetta Hotel Perugia, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Hotel Giò Wine e Jazz Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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La Meridiana Bleisure Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Hotel Perusia
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Ilgo Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£49+
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Hiring a car in Perugia

Hiring a car in Perugia costs £39 per day, on average, or £156 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay £1.66 per litre in Perugia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.88 and £26.50. The most frequently booked car type in Perugia is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 21% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Perugia costs £39 per day, on average, or £156 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay £1.66 per litre in Perugia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.88 and £26.50. The most frequently booked car type in Perugia is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 21% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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