//
Comune in Umbria, Italy
Photo: Livioandronico2013, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Todi is a small hilltown (pop. ~17,000) in Umbria. It overlooks the east bank of the river Tiber, and is both impressive from a distance and has impressive views from its centre. Both the town centre and the outskirts have fascinating buildings. As a town it began to boom after becoming a free commune in the 1200s and many of its interesting buildings date from that time.
From the travel guide. Select a place for details, a map and what is nearby.
People’s Square
contains most of the major sights. It was built on top of Roman cisterns, many of which remained in use until the 1920s.
It is an impressive Gothic building said to be erected over an ancient Roman temple. The current church was rebuilt after a fire in 1190. The main feature of the façade is the great rose-window, which was added in the 16th century. The church follows the plan of the Latin cross, with a nave and two aisles. There is a giant fresco depicting the Universal Judgment by Ferraù Faenzone. The choir includes the Gothic altar and a wooden choir-enclosure with two floors.
Communal Palace
It was already existing in 1213 and is one of the most ancient communal palaces in Italy. It houses the city's Art Gallery.
It was built around 1293 and named "New Communal Palace" to differentiate it from the first one.
On the southern side of the Piazza, facing the Cathedral. It was begun in 1293.
To the left of the Cathedral, this Bishop's Palace was built in 1593.
It was begun in 1292 but work was interrupted by the plague of 1348 and the façade has never been completed. It has some interesting artwork. Piazza del Popolo is constructed on one of the two crests of Todi’s hill: San Fortunato on the other.
It is considered to be the most impressive of Todi’s churches. It is to be found just outside the city walls. The altar houses an image of the Madonna, which, according to the tradition, was discovered by a worker during the early construction. From the nearby Monastero delle Lucrezie you have a nice view of the town.
3-star hotel, 1500 m from the centre. €70-150 for a double.
Fairly close to the town centre, with good views.
On a hill overlooking Todi. Eleven rooms built into a structure that goes back to Roman times.
Todi can be reached by car from Rome by taking the Autostrada in the direction of Florence and leaving it at Orte. Follow the E45 highway in the direction of Perugia and Todi is unmissable on the left of the road.
Read in the guideChoose an airport to see hotels, stations, taxi ranks and car rental desks around it.
Perugia (PG) · International · PEG
Loading places around the airport…
Articles and travel topics about Todi and Italy.
Travel tipsUnderstand travel insurance for a Schengen visa in 2026. Learn mandatory €30,000 medical coverage, zero deductible rules, and embassy-approved policies.
7 min read
Travel tipsComplete 2026 guide to global tourist taxes and access fees. Compare entry fees in Venice, Bali, Bhutan, Kyoto, and Edinburgh, and learn how to pay them.
8 min read
Travel tipsFind out how much does a trip to Italy cost in 2026. Compare realistic daily budgets for hotels, food, trains, and museum entry across three travel styles.
8 min read
Travel tipsEstimate your Europe trip cost for 2 weeks in 2026. Compare realistic budgets for lodging, Eurail trains, dining, and sightseeing across three styles.
8 min read
Every section of the guide. Open one to read it in full.