Assisi is famous for being the birthplace of St. Francis, and holds the Basilica of St. Francis, the mother church of the Franciscan Order and burial place of St. Francis. Assisi is also great for local bites at sandwich shops, shopping, and historic site seeing.
Montefelco is another historic town enclosed in medieval walls in the region of Umbria. Montefelco is know for its panoramic views over the Umbrian Valley, and for its Sagrantino and Montefalco Rosso Wines. Greg, Ally and I had the pleasure of eating at Enoteca L'Alchimista, which may now be one of the best meals we've had in Europe. Check it out for lunch or dinner paired with great sips if you have time!
Founded in 1920, Cantina Fongoli is one of the oldest and most respected wine producers in the area.