Overview
Urbino is a small but mighty Renaissance jewel perched atop a steep hill in the Marche region. The city is famous for its UNESCO-listed Palazzo Ducale, once home to the powerful Duke of Montefeltro, and as the birthplace of Raphael.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Accommodation
Hotel Italia offers singles €50-70 and doubles €80-120. San Domenico has singles €44-72, doubles €71-118. Budget options are limited—book ahead in peak season.
Emergency
Tourist Information: Borgo Mercantile, +39 0722 2631. Hospital (Ospedale Civile): Via della Montefeltro, +39 0722 3011. Carabinieri: +39 0722 378900.
Etiquette
Shops close daily 2-4 PM and most close Sundays. First Sunday of the month has an antique market; otherwise avoid Sundays for shopping.
Food
Local specialty is crescia flatbread stuffed with prosciutto crudo and formaggio. Traditional restaurants include Vecchia Urbino and Antica Osteria da la Stella.
Money
Italy uses euros (EUR). ATMs widely available. Credit cards accepted at hotels and larger restaurants but bring cash for markets and smaller establishments.
Transport
Buses run frequently from Pesaro train station (45 min journey); no direct train to Urbino. Taxis available at Piazza della Repubblica (+39 0722 2550) and Borgo Mercatale (+39 0722 327949).