Palazzo dei Priori
About This Museum
People don't just come to the Palazzo dei Priori for the art; they come to step inside a piece of Perugia's living history. This formidable medieval palace, with its crenellated roofline and grand staircase, feels more like a civic fortress than a quiet gallery. Inside, the cool, stone-walled rooms are a stunning backdrop for the masterpieces of the Umbrian Renaissance, where you can find Pietro Perugino’s serene altarpieces glowing with soft light. The experience culminates with a climb up the bell tower, rewarding you with a breathtaking, sweeping view over the terracotta roofs of the old town.
Collection Highlights
The undeniable star is the 'Adoration of the Magi' by Perugino, but don't miss Fra Angelico's delicate 'Madonna and Child' or the striking frescoes by Benedetto Bonfigli in the former Priors' Chapel.
Visitor Information
It's right on the main square, Piazza IV Novembre, so you really can't miss it. Just be prepared for those tower steps—they're a bit of a climb but completely worth it for the panorama.
Architecture & Building
A quintessential example of Gothic civic architecture from the 13th century, all in local white and pink stone, looking every bit the powerful seat of government it once was.
Contact & Location
Address: Piazza IV Novembre, Elce, Sant'Erminio, Ponte Rio, Perugia, Umbria, 06122, Italia
Phone: +39 075 577 2339
Website: Visit Website
