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 3 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 London and takes around 2h 20m.

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 London and takes around 2h 20m.

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 (8,116 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,095 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,437 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,940 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,868 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,209 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,308 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,317 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 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 Ilgo Hotel, Perugia offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £226 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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Sangallo Palace
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Il Castellaccio
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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La Meridiana Bleisure Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Best Western Hotel Quattrotorri Perugia
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Perugia Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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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 £41 per day, on average, or £123 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Perugia Sant Egidio.

Expect to pay £1.55 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 £18.60 and £24.79. 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, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Perugia costs £41 per day, on average, or £123 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Perugia Sant Egidio.

Expect to pay £1.55 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 £18.60 and £24.79. 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, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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