Tartufo, Prosciutto di Norcia and Perugina chocolates are just three of the many reasons why anyone interested in food should consider a trip to Umbria. The forest-filled region has much more to offer than a rich culinary tradition — but that’s certainly a top selling point. 

Umbria also isn’t in the spotlight as much as its neighboring regions of Lazio and Tuscany (and their hotspots, Rome and Florence), so it has fewer crowds and sets travelers up for the kinds of experiences that people who live in Italy and plan trips for a living seek out.