Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
DON'T MISS
ALL THAT JAZZ
Ever since making its debut in 1973, Perugia's swinging 10-day July festival,
Umbria Jazz
( 075
573 24 32;
www.umbriajazz.com
)
, has put the city firmly on the world jazz map, with such headline
acts as BB King, Van Morrison, James Brown, Sting, Chet Baker and, more recently, Herbie Hancock
and Diana Krall. The
Arena Santa Giuliana
hosts most performances, but events are also held at oth-
er venues, including the Teatro Morlacchi and Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria. Tickets go for any-
thing between €15 and €120. See the website for the full line-up.
Sleeping
HOTEL
€
Hotel Signa
( 075 572 41 80;
www.hotelsigna.it
;
Via del Grillo 9; s €40-58, d €65-80, tr €80-90, q €98-120;
)
Slip down an alley off Corso Cavour to reach Signa, one of Perugia's best budget
picks. The petite rooms are simple yet bright and well kept; many have balconies with
cracking views of the city and countryside. There's a kettle for making a cuppa and free
wi-fi. Breakfast costs an extra €7. The owner, Mario, hands out maps and tips freely.
Hotel Morlacchi
HOTEL
€
( 075 572 03 19;
www.hotelmorlacchi.it
;
Via Tiberi 2; s €46-66, d €72-92, tr €95-115; )
In a
great old-town location near the Università per Stranieri, this friendly, family-run hotel
occupies a 17th-century townhouse. The spotlessly clean rooms are furnished with simple
but comfortable antique furnishings, and a few even have fireplaces.
Primavera Minihotel
GUESTHOUSE
€
( 075 572 16 57;
www.primaveraminihotel.it
; Via Vincioli 8; s €45-65, d €65-90, tr €95-105;
)
This central hotel run by a dedicated English- and French-speaking mother-daughter
team is tucked in a quiet corner. Magnificent views complement the bright rooms, decor-
ated with period furnishings and characterful features like exposed stone, beams and wood
floors. Breakfast costs €5 to €8 extra.
Ostello di Perugia
HOSTEL
€
