Italy · City Tours

1.5-Hour Cortona Walking Tour through the Historic Town Center

1 Hour Round trip from 52044 Cortona Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover the history of Cortona
02 Learn about local traditions and curiosities
03 Visit Piazza Grande, Pieve di Santa Maria, Duomo di San Donato, and Prato di Arezzo
04 Admire works by Giorgio Vasari and Piero della Francesca

Enjoy a 1.5-hour walking tour of Cortona and discover the wonders and fascinating history of this town. Explore its characteristic alleys and historic buildings while learning about the traditions, culture, and daily life of the people of Cortona.

In Piazza Della Signoria, admire the famous Palazzo Comunale, with its beautiful imposing bell tower, a testimony to the importance that Cortona had during the Middle Ages.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Cortona

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Walk Through Cortona's Historic Heart

Walk along the main street, Ruga Piana.
Visit the church of San Francesco, where the relics of St. Francesco of Assisi are kept in the convent of the friars.
Continue towards the Duomo, dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, where numerous important works of art are preserved, some of which come from Cortona's churches.
In Piazza Della Signoria, admire the famous Palazzo Comunale, with its beautiful imposing bell tower, a testimony to the importance that Cortona had during the Middle Ages.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from 52044 Cortona 1 city · 1 Hour

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private experience for 2 hours
Expert truffle hunter
Local translator
Trained and trusted dogs

What's Not Included

Transfer
Truffle to bring home
Tastings and lunch

What to bring

Recommended clothing: boots closed up to the ankle, long trousers, and a long-sleeved shirt and/or sweater. In the woods, temperatures can be lower, even in summer.

Know before you go

Not accessible by wheelchair or pushchair.
Children can participate only in the presence of at least one adult, who is responsible for their safety.
We can provide a transfer to the place where the truffle hunting will take place at an additional cost.
Participants must be in good physical shape.
This experience will only take place under favourable climatic conditions. In case of cancellation due to bad weather, you can choose to postpone the experience to another date or receive a full refund.
The recommended times are from 9 am to 11 am, especially during the summer, and from 5 pm to 7 pm. For safety reasons, the hottest hours of the day are strongly not recommended.
Periods and products:
- White truffle Tuber magnatum: from September 10 until December 31
- Marzuolo Tuber borchii e Tuber albidum: from January 10 until April 30
- Scorzone Tuber aestivum: from June 1 until November 30
- In May, both truffle hunting and collection are closed.