Rocca Paolina

Beautiful art space, I loved the exhibition in the Sala Cannoniera. I recommend your visit.

A huge Renaissance fortress from 1500 of which only a bastion today is remaining. But loved exploring it, the hidden corners. U get to upper levels of town through it. On top u get a nice view of Perugia.

A beautiful historic space where contemporary art exhibitions are held all the time.. Must visit.

Well worth a visit if you’re in Perugia, amazing and free

Nice exhibitions inside when we visited that place there were lovely train and railway models which you could see for free

Nothing of the main fortified tower exists. However, it is worth visiting for the underground foundations and passages that were once streets. Good signage and well lit.

A very interesting and informative walking tour of Perugia with Irene from Getyourguide. Tons of history.

Nice view at Perugia . You can reach to hill by mini metro . Mini metro is so unique and nice . Nice and interesting destination in Italy

Rocca Paolina in Perugia is an intriguing historical site that offers a glimpse into the city's past. Built in the 16th century, it showcases impressive architecture and provides panoramic views of Perugia. While exploring its underground passages and exhibitions, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history of the region. Overall, it's a must-visit destination for history buffs and travelers exploring Perugia.

Nice walking through ancient 3 ages walls and streets.

Amazing views of Perugia and the Umbria region! Best place to watch the sunset in the city

The Rocca Paolina, a 16th century papal fortress, is located within the historic center of Perugia. It is possible to visit the underground rooms, from the Etruscan Porta Marzia, from Piazza Italia and from Piazza Partigiani. Symbol of papal power, it was built by Pope Paul III Farnese (1540 -1543) who emerged victorious from the salt war against the Perugians.
For its construction, based on a design by Antonio da Sangallo the Younger, the most famous military architect of the time, a quarter of the city was destroyed, including the homes of the powerful Baglioni family. The fortress was made up of two fortifications: a larger one, on the Landone hill, and a smaller one on the plain, called "Tenaglia", connected to the first via three fortified walkways. Always hated by the people of Perugia, it was demolished by the citizens immediately after the annexation of Perugia to the Kingdom of Italy in 1860. The underground areas of the Rocca Paolina can be visited during the opening hours of the escalators that lead from Piazza Partigiani to Piazza Italia (6.15 am – 1.45 am); some rooms host an Exhibition Centre, generally open during exhibitions or particular events, and the Rocca Paolina museum which traces the historical events of the illustrious monument.

Just fascinating.. a must see….This amazing archeological site and walkways of the buried city on which Perugia now stands … incredible

We didn't know about this place so it was a surprise to find ourselves in a fortress halfway up the public escalator. For the locals this is a thoroughfare but it must make Perugia unique! We enjoyed the free video installation 'Perugia Folgara' tucked into a side-room. In another area was an installation about the demographics of Italy, the ethos of St Francis and an explanation of the frieze around Fontana Maggiore, which made seeing that more meaningful. The highlight of finding this thoughtful display was meeting Eliza, who helped us with the Italian text and was lovely to chat with.

Great underground route. I loved the art installation !

Amazing view, peruggia is really high so you can spot several other cities from here, asssisi for example. It's a must for me

Beautiful and full of amazing history. Highlight of a Perugia trip for sure.

It's a underground city with videoinstallation and a lot to discover. The Elevator at the Piazza will bring you down. Don't miss that when u hit Perugia.

Wooww! It's a breathtaking view inside the building! It brought me to middle age, I could imagine Roman's soldier passed the tunnel (or what do you call connection wall made from stone). Amazing and it's (still) free!

Amazing! Be sure to use the parcheggio Piazza Partigiana here so that you enter Perugia from this incredible underground city. Wow! A fantastic way to start your visit.

Note: if the lot seems full, there is more parking on the upper level but you actually leave the parking lot and go back in.