
Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour
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Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour is a 1.3-hour experience in Perugia, Italy, from $10 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 58 / 100
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- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $10 per person
This self guided walking tour of Perugia takes you through the city's 2,500-year history, from its Etruscan origins to its medieval and papal periods. Highlights include the Etruscan Arch, Via dell’Acquedotto, Piazza IV
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About this experience
This self guided walking tour of Perugia takes you through the city's 2,500-year history, from its Etruscan origins to its medieval and papal periods. Highlights include the Etruscan Arch, Via dell’Acquedotto, Piazza IV Novembre, and the Rocca Paolina fortress. You'll learn about local legends like mercenary captain Braccio Fortebraccio and artists Perugino and Pinturicchio. The tour also covers the city's religious relics, its connection to chocolate (including the story of Bacio Perugina), and the centuries-old rivalry with Assisi. You’ll visit historic sites such as the Convent of San Domenico and Studio Moretti Caselli, gaining insights into the intersection of power, faith, and art in Umbria’s capital.
What's included
Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
What you'll see and do
Catch a glimpse of the Etruscan Arch as they pass by. Built in the 200s BCE, by the Etruscans who ruled over the city.
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Stroll along this medieval aqueduct that stretched for around 4 km and enjoy glorious views of Perugia.
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Pass by an exceptional work of hydraulic engineering, dating back to the second half of the 3rd century B.C.E, testifying to the advanced degree of civilisation reached by the Etruscans at the time.
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Piazza IV Novembre
Pass by this iconic square, named after the date in which WWI finished for Italy.
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Pass by the Piazza della Repubblica, which commemorates Italy becoming a republic after an historic referendum, held in 1946.
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Learn as you walk about the statue of that of the first king of the United Kingdom of Italy, Victor Emmanuel, the second.
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Walk through this historical square, named to celebrate the unification of Italy as "Piazza Italia".
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Stroll past the well known stained glass museum of the Moretti Caselli studio.
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Rocca Paolina
Witness the remains of the Rocca Paolina, an imposing fortress from the 1500s.
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Pass by the impressive looking, tall, octagonal church of San Ercolano, built between 1297 and 1326, directly onto the Etruscan walls.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Perugia
This tour starts in front of the Palazzo Gallenga Stuart building.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This tour ends at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell'Umbria.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours, who run 703 experiences we rank across 222 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.
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Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Perugia.
How much does Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Perugia usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Perugia is not rushed.
Is Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Perugia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Perugia can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Perugia and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hidden Stories of Perugia: A Self Guided Audio Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Perugia within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Perugia?
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On Outty we rank every Perugia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Taste Perugia: The Original Perugia Food Tour (All-Inclusive), VIP Tour of Rome (3/5/8hrs) Colosseum & Vatican Museums, Taste Umbria: Full Meal Walking Tour in Perugia by Do Eat Better. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Perugia?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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