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Art, archeology, history... find out about the museums in the provinces of Perugia and Terni as well as how to get discount tickets and vouchers.
Umbria has many museums, monuments and sites of historical interest. In general, museums are closed on Mondays. Churches in Umbria are open to the public and admission is generally free (although most have a donations box). Visitors should dress modestly when visiting religious sites (no sleeveless shirts, short shorts or skirts or bare feet; shoulders should be covered). Taking photos with a flash is prohibited in most museums. When visiting churches and cathedrals it is forbidden to film or take photos during services.
Museum Pass CardsOrvietoWith the purchase of a Carta Unica, holders can enter several sites in Orvieto. Participating attractions include:
The card also allows the holder to use the funicular and bus, or park for a limited time at the Campo della Fiera parking area.
PerugiaThe Perugia Citta Museo Card allows holders to visit participating museums at discounted rates in accordance with the type of card purchased - cards are sold at all participating museums. There are four different types of cards available:
Participating Museums include:
Museums of UmbriaHere are some of the most significant museums in Umbria. Museums in Perugia ProvinceGalleria Nazionale Dell’Umbria: The National Gallery of Umbria is the state museum located in Corso Vannucci, Perugia. The collection of almost 3,000 pieces is exhibited in 40 rooms covering 4,000 square metres. The collection is one of the richest in Italy. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles and jewellery documenting seven centuries of Italian history and culture are on display by artists including Duccio di Boninsegna, Beato Angelico, Piero della Francesca, Perugino and Orazio Gentileschi. Admission is free for all EU citizens under 18 and over 65. Discounts are available to disabled visitors, students and for EU citizens aged 18 to 25 years.
Museo Archeologico Nazionale dell’Umbria: The National Museum of Archaeology is situated in an old monastery exhibiting a large collection of archaeological artefacts including antiques and coins and divided into two sections, Etruscan and Roman. The museum also houses the State Archives, where valuable documents, diplomas, letters and records are kept dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. Below the monastery is the tomb of Cai Cutu.
Nobile Collegio Del Cambio: The Exchange Hall features the Sala dei Legisti carved stalls by Giampiero Zuccari, the Sala dell’Udienza which includes frescoes painted by Pietro Vannucci (better known as Perugino), carved woodworks by Antonio da Mercatello and Domenico del Tasso, and the San Giovanni Battista Chapel where frescoes by Giannicola di Paolo, once a student of Perugino, are displayed. Combined tickets for the Collegio del Cambio and the Collegio della Mercanzia are available at the ticket office.
Nobile Collegio della Mercanzia: The Merchant Hall houses the Sala dell’Udienza, a grand hall with wooden panelling by some of the well-known artists of northern Europe and carved wooden stalls by Costanzo di Mattiolo. Combined tickets for the Collegio del Cambio and the Collegio della Mercanzia are available at the ticket office.
Perugia Officina per la Scienza e la Tecnologia (POST): The POST science museum is geared towards children, although the interactive displays can be interesting for people of all ages. Explanations are in Italian, although parents and children usually find it fun to figure things out on their own.
Museo Regionale Della Ceramica: The Regional Ceramics Museum was founded in 1898 and is located in an old convent of San Francesco. It houses an extensive ceramics collection dating back to the 12th century and also contains a library and area for contemporary ceramics.
La Castellina: This old fortress houses frescoes and art dating back to the 12th century. The two-level building contains over 1,000 pieces of art including the Massenzi collection and the Warrior Prince collection.
Museo del Vino: The Wine Museum was opened in 1974 to help support the local winemaking economy. It has a large collection of pottery, books, artefacts and winemaking materials dating back to the 12th century.
Museums in Terni ProvinceMuseo Claudio Faina e Museo Civico: This archaeological museum across from the entrance to the Duomo di Orvieto houses fine Etruscan art as well as a city history exhibition.
Museo Emilio Greco: The Emilo Greco Museum contains the work of Sicilian artist, Emilio Greco, who designed the Duomo di Orvieto's doors.
MonumentsAn introduction to the most significant monuments in Umbria: Fontana Maggiore: The Fontana Maggiore (Main Fountain) was constructed between 1277 and 1278 to commemorate the completion of the aqueduct from Paciano to Perugia. The fountain is considered the focal point of Perugia and is decorated with imagery that considers the accomplishments and civic responsibilities of man.
Ipogeo dei Volumni: A tomb containing the remains of a family of Etruscan nobility, the Ipogeo dei Volumni dates back to the second century BC. It is located on the SS75 road from Perugia to Ponte San Giovanni.
Duomo di Orvieto: The Duomo of Orvieto is considered by many to be among the most significant examples of Gothic architecture in Italy. Of particular interest is the polychrome facade, rose windows and The Last Judgment frescoes by Beato Angelico, Benozzo Gozzoli and Luca Signorelli. Entry is free, though there is a charge to enter the Chapel of St-Brizio.
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