Umbria Family Vacations

A vacation in Umbria, a region of Italy north of Rome, is not only a convenient, central base, but it also offers plenty of kid-friendly activities and family comforts. Walk in the footsteps of religious pilgrims dating back thousands of years with a day trip to beautiful Assisi … be sure to stay for one of the best sunsets of your life, when the town literally glows in a golden hue. Swim in the countless lakes and rivers that dot the region, or hike the trails that lead up to spectacular waterfalls. Explore the many castles found at the peaks of green hills, and then vote on your family’s favorite. Kid-friendly hotels range from boutique properties to organic farm stays. Those farther north offer easy access to Tuscany for families who want a mix of both regions.