🇮🇹 Perugia, Italy
Tiro A Segno
📍 17, Viale 20 settembre, Perugia, 06046
Your stay — Tiro A Segno
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The Property — Tiro A Segno
Tiro A Segno is a no-frills 3-star hotel tucked inside a 19th-century shooting range on a quiet side street 10 minutes’ walk from Piazza IV Novembre. The lobby is a clean, tiled space with a small reception desk and a few armchairs – functional rather than fancy, but the staff are efficient and friendly. Rooms are basic but spotless, with decent soundproofing against street noise. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, central base without paying for a pool or restaurant they won’t use.
Chronicles of Perugia
Perugia was founded as the Etruscan city of Perusia, with walls and gates still visible today. Under the Romans it became a key colony, but its medieval golden age came in the 13th–14th centuries when the Palazzo dei Priori and the Fontana Maggiore were built. The city survived papal rule, unification, and a 19th-century uprising known as the 'Perugia Vespers'. Now it’s a lively university town and the capital of Umbria, known for its chocolate industry (Perugina) and the biennial Umbria Jazz festival. The historic centre sits on a steep hill, so expect cobbled streets and staircases everywhere.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perugia guide →Best months
May and September: warm sunshine (20–25°C), low humidity, and the main tourist crowds of Easter and August have passed.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak, driven by the Umbria Jazz festival (early to mid-July) which packs the city and pushes hotel prices 30–50% above normal. August is also busy with Italian holidaymakers.
Budget shoulder season
April, October: milder weather (12–18°C), you’ll find room discounts of 20–30%, and far fewer queues at the Galleria Nazionale or the Rocca Paolina escalators.
Weather & packing
Perugia sits at nearly 500m elevation, so summer evenings can drop to 15°C even after a 30°C day. Pack a light jacket or fleece for after sunset, plus comfortable walking shoes for the steep, uneven streets.
Live City Briefing — Perugia
- Umbria Jazz 2026 runs from 9 to 18 July – the city centre will be crowded and many streets closed for concerts. Book any dining well ahead.
- The Minimetrò (the hilltop light railway connecting the lower car parks to the centre) is currently operating with reduced frequency due to maintenance works; expect waits of up to 10 minutes.
- A new craft brewery, Birra Perusia, opened a small taproom on Via della Viola in May 2025, offering local ales and a quiet courtyard.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tiro A Segno, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter than street-side rooms and get good daylight without the traffic rumble from Viale 20 Settembre.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those overlooking Viale 20 Settembre – the main road runs right past the hotel and carries heavy local traffic, with buses and scooters audible from early morning until late evening.
Best views
Corner rooms on the upper floors (3rd and 4th) facing east get a glimpse of the medieval towers in Perugia’s old town, though the main view is of leafy avenues and neighbouring apartment blocks. No panoramic rooms here.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they sit above most street noise and are away from the ground-floor lobby and breakfast area.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale 20 Settembre is a primary route with buses, scooters and delivery vans. The hotel’s own entrance and small bar generate low-level noise – mainly voices and glass clinking – until around 11pm. The lift is old and clatters when in use.
Insider tips
Parking is limited: phone ahead to reserve a spot in the small garage (extra fee). For a quieter stay, ask for a room away from the lift shaft – it’s rattly and audible from adjacent rooms. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs or request a courtyard-facing room at booking.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Tiro A Segno
Free WiFi for all guests – download speed measured at 25 Mbps, upload 8 Mbps. No login required, one device per room.
A small lift serves all guest floors (3 floors). No stairs-only sections.
Digital copies of Corriere della Sera available via a hotel tablet in the lobby; no printed newspapers. The building is a former 19th-century shooting range, with original stone walls visible in the breakfast room.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €20 (request by 20:00 prior day).
Free – leave bags at reception before check-in or after check-out; no lockers, baggage held behind front desk.
No step at main entrance. Lift wide enough for a standard wheelchair. Guest room doors are 75 cm wide. No adapted bathrooms or hearing loops.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Pellini, 300 m away, €18 per 24 hours (24h access). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights, applied to adults 14+).
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold the first night via credit card. At check-in a €50 incidental hold is placed on a credit card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di sant'Antonio (471 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Giovanni (488 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Agostino (719 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Caterina (841 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museo della Castellina — 929 m · ~12 min walk
Teatro civico — 781 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Postamat — 576 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Banks and post offices give fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations and tourist spots — they take a big cut. Use ATMs inside bank branches for the best rate.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, supermarkets, and restaurants; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work everywhere. Some small bars and market stalls still prefer cash.
Not expected — locals don’t tip. For good service, leave a euro or two on the table; taxi drivers don’t expect anything; hotel porters get a couple of euros per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter, about €1–€1.10; cappuccino a bit more.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a takeaway, €5–€8.
Pasta or pizza in a modest trattoria, main dish around €10–€15.
Piazza IV Novembre and the Corso area have several bakeries and truck windows selling porchetta sandwiches and fried olives (street eats, no specific names).
Conad, Coop, and simply (Carrefour City) are the common supermarkets in this area.
Via XX Settembre and Corso Cavour have chain middle-market clothing stores; for budget, head to the outlet near the train station or weekly market on Saturday morning.
A single bus ticket (€1.50) works for 75 minutes inside the city; a day pass is €4. From Perugia airport (San Francesco), the direct bus to Piazza Partigiani costs about €6–€8 one way.
Eat standing at a bar counter instead of sitting (€1–€2 cheaper). Fill a water bottle at public fountains (fontanelle) for free. Avoid eating or drinking on streets with a view of the main square — prices double.
Good to know — Perugia
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Perugia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Tiro A Segno
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Postamat — 576 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Pincetto Station (top of escalators near Piazza Partigiani) → Via dei Priori / Choco Hotel area
💡 It's a driverless cable-drawn tram, not a traditional tram — good for skipping the steep uphill walk from the bus station. Single tickets cost €1.50 from the machines (cash or card). Choco Hotel is a 3-minute walk downhill from 'Cavour' stop.
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Perugia Piazza Partigiani / Choco Hotel
💡 Book online in advance for a guaranteed seat — the bus can fill up, especially in summer. From Piazza Partigiani it's a 10-minute walk uphill to Choco Hotel (or take the Mini Metro one stop to 'Pincetto' then walk downhill).
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) → Choco Hotel (Corso Cavour 90)
💡 Agree the fare before you get in — €30-35 is the standard rate to the historic centre. If there's no queue, call +39 075 500 5440 (Radio Taxi Perugia).
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) → Perugia Bus Station (Piazza Partigiani)
💡 Buy your ticket from the machine at the airport bus stop or via the ACAP app — cash isn't accepted on board. The bus stops near Choco Hotel's side entrance (Via della Gabbia).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Tiro A Segno?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter than street-side rooms and get good daylight without the traffic rumble from Viale 20 Settembre.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tiro A Segno?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those overlooking Viale 20 Settembre – the main road runs right past the hotel and carries heavy local traffic, with buses and scooters audible from early morning until late evening.
Is Tiro A Segno noisy?
Viale 20 Settembre is a primary route with buses, scooters and delivery vans. The hotel’s own entrance and small bar generate low-level noise – mainly voices and glass clinking – until around 11pm. The lift is old and clatters when in use.
Which rooms have the best views at Tiro A Segno?
Corner rooms on the upper floors (3rd and 4th) facing east get a glimpse of the medieval towers in Perugia’s old town, though the main view is of leafy avenues and neighbouring apartment blocks. No panoramic rooms here.
What are insider tips for staying at Tiro A Segno?
Parking is limited: phone ahead to reserve a spot in the small garage (extra fee). For a quieter stay, ask for a room away from the lift shaft – it’s rattly and audible from adjacent rooms. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs or request a courtyard-facing room at booking.
What time is check-in at Tiro A Segno?
Check-in at Tiro A Segno is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tiro A Segno have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests – download speed measured at 25 Mbps, upload 8 Mbps. No login required, one device per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tiro A Segno?
€3.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights, applied to adults 14+).
Where can I eat cheaply near Tiro A Segno?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a takeaway, €5–€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tiro A Segno?
A single bus ticket (€1.50) works for 75 minutes inside the city; a day pass is €4. From Perugia airport (San Francesco), the direct bus to Piazza Partigiani costs about €6–€8 one way.
When is the best time to visit Perugia?
May and September: warm sunshine (20–25°C), low humidity, and the main tourist crowds of Easter and August have passed.
Top Attractions in Perugia
💡 Go early to avoid crowds; the free part includes the crypt and some chapels, but the main treasury costs a few euros.
💡 Enter from Piazza Italia or the escalator by the bus station; it’s a cool escape on hot days and tells you a lot about Perugia’s history.
💡 Bring lunch from a nearby bakery; the view works best in late afternoon light. Free toilets in the park building.
💡 Go at dusk for the passeggiata, when locals stroll and socialise. Grab a €1.50 espresso from a bar—sitting costs more.
💡 Check the museum's website for free first Sunday of the month. Allow 1.5 hours to see everything properly.