Gubbio
Gubbio is a town and municipality (comune) in the north-eastern part of the province of Perugia, in the region of Umbria in central Italy. As of 2025 it had a population of 30,297, making it the sixth-largest municipality in Umbria. Set on the slopes of Monte Ingino, it is one of the best preserved medieval towns of the region.
At a glance
- Type
- Historic town and municipality
- Period
- Ancient and medieval origins
- Style
- Medieval Umbrian hill town
- Location
- Province of Perugia, Umbria, Italy
Overview
Gubbio is a town and municipality in the north-eastern part of the province of Perugia, in the Umbria region of Italy. As of 2025 it has a population of 30,297. This makes it the sixth-largest municipality in Umbria.
History
Gubbio lies in the north-eastern corner of the province of Perugia, within the central Italian region of Umbria. It is a long-established settlement that has grown into one of the region’s larger municipalities. With its 2025 population of 30,297 it ranks sixth among Umbrian municipalities by size. The town’s position in eastern Umbria has long tied it to the surrounding Apennine landscape.
What you see
Gubbio presents the dense, stone-built fabric of an Umbrian town set against the hills of the province of Perugia. As a comune of just over thirty thousand inhabitants, it combines a historic core with its surrounding territory. Its setting in north-eastern Umbria places it among the region’s notable towns. The municipality extends across both the built town and the countryside around it.
Cultural significance
As the sixth-largest municipality in Umbria, Gubbio is a significant centre within the region. Its long history and its place in the province of Perugia make it a notable part of central Italy’s town heritage.
Practical information
Gubbio is a comune in the province of Perugia, Umbria. For information on visiting its historic centre, museums and seasonal events, check the official website of the municipality and local tourist office.
Getting there
Gubbio is reached mainly by road from Perugia and the surrounding Umbrian towns; bus services connect it to Perugia, while the nearest rail links and the regional airport of Perugia provide onward access to the area.