1-Hour Cortona Walking Tour with Historic Squares and Valley Views
About This Tour
Experience the charm and history of Cortona on a 1-hour walking tour through the heart of Tuscany. Enjoy panoramic views of the Valdichiana Valley from Piazza G...
Duration: 1 Hour · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Yes · City: Cortona · Languages: English, Italian
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What's Included
- Guided tour
Not Included
- Entrance fees to museums
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Cortona's Historic Squares and Tuscan Views
Begin at Piazza Garibaldi Meet your local guide at Piazza Garibaldi, one of the most scenic spots in Cortona. Meet your local guide at Piazza Garibaldi, one of the most scenic spots in Cortona. Take in the breathtaking panoramic view of the Valdichiana Valley, often called the "Balcony of Tuscany," with its rolling hills and vineyards stretching to the horizon. Take in the breathtaking panoramic view of the Valdichiana Valley, often called the "Balcony of Tuscany," with its rolling hills and vineyards stretching to the horizon. Walk along Via Nazionale Continue your walk along Via Nazionale, the only flat street in this hilltop town and the main artery connecting the old and new parts of Cortona. Continue your walk along Via Nazionale, the only flat street in this hilltop town and the main artery connecting the old and new parts of Cortona. Admire elegant facades, artisan shops, and cafes that capture the town's relaxed Tuscan charm. Admire elegant facades, artisan shops, and cafes that capture the town's relaxed Tuscan charm. Arrive at Piazza della Repubblica Step into the heart of Cortona's medieval life at Piazza della Repubblica. Step into the heart of Cortona's medieval life at Piazza della Repubblica. Observe the 13th-century Palazzo Comunale and learn about the square's importance as the political and social center of the town. Observe the 13th-century Palazzo Comunale and learn about the square's importance as the political and social center of the town. Proceed to Piazza Signorelli Walk a short distance to Piazza Signorelli, framed by beautiful Renaissance and medieval architecture. Walk a short distance to Piazza Signorelli, framed by beautiful Renaissance and medieval architecture. Discover the impressive Palazzo Casali, home to the MAEC Etruscan Museum, which preserves Cortona's ancient past. Discover the impressive Palazzo Casali, home to the MAEC Etruscan Museum, which preserves Cortona's ancient past. End near Cortona Cathedral (Santa Maria Assunta) Conclude the tour at the nearby Cortona Cathedral, a fine example of Renaissance architecture. Conclude the tour at the nearby Cortona Cathedral, a fine example of Renaissance architecture. Admire its graceful facade, tranquil interior, and surrounding views that perfectly encapsulate the harmony of art, history, and landscape that define Cortona. Admire its graceful facade, tranquil interior, and surrounding views that perfectly encapsulate the harmony of art, history, and landscape that define Cortona.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Piazza Garibaldi, Cortona AR, Italia · Tour start: Piazza Garibaldi, 52044 Cortona AR, Italy — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
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