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Description
Discover the beauty and rich history of Arezzo on this immersive excursion. Start at the City Hall square and explore the city's medieval city centre. Learn about the town's emblem, the big Cathedral, and Roman columns with hidden mysteries. Stroll down elegant streets and admire the palaces with original coats of arms while I share fascinating facts about Arezzo. Visit the Piazza Grande, surrounded by medieval towers and Renaissance palaces.
Highlights
- Visit prominent landmarks such as the Cathedral, Piazza Grande, and more!
- Discover why Ferrari has the same symbol as Arezzo’s emblem
- Explore Piazza Grande with its medieval towers and Renaissance palaces
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- The tour of Arezzo's medieval city centre begins at the City Hall square, where visitors will learn why Ferrari has the same symbol as Arezzo’s emblem.
- The guide will then lead the way to the big Arezzo Cathedral and explain why its construction was interrupted multiple times. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire the Roman columns that are said to hold fascinating mysteries, and the guide will be happy to reveal them.
- The tour continues through the city's most elegant streets and palaces, each adorned with their original coats of arms. Along the way, the guide will share interesting facts about Arezzo, including its connection to Michelangelo and a local monk's invention of the musical notes do-re-mi-fa-sol.
- The tour culminates at the heart of the historical centre, the Piazza Grande, surrounded by medieval towers and Renaissance palaces. This is the site of the famous Joust of the Saracen, a medieval competition between city districts, and it may also be familiar to visitors as the location of scenes from the 1999 Oscar-winning film "Life is Beautiful".
- The tour ends with a visit to Santa Maria della Pieve Church-- the oldest church in Arezzo and its fascinating sculptures, followed by a leisurely walk along the main road to take in the local shops, cafes, and restaurants
What's Included
- English-speaking tour guide
What's Excluded
- Gratuities
- Entrance tickets, if any
Meeting Point
City Hall Square, Arezzo
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Tour Reviews
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Must-do for visitors
Alice
Marco's walking tour of Arezzo was an illuminating and delightful experience, with his expertise and passion for the city's art and history making it a must-do for any visitor.
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Fell in love with Arezzo
Luigi
This Arezzo tour was a sensory journey into the city's culinary traditions and local specialties, with his recommendations making it a delicious and authentic experience.
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Very attentive guide
Elena
Marco's walking tour of Arezzo's hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path corners was a fascinating exploration of the city's lesser-known treasures, with his keen eye and curiosity making it a truly personalized experience.
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Giuseppe
Giuseppe
Our guide’s in-depth knowledge of the city's Renaissance legacy and artistic heritage added a new dimension to our understanding and appreciation of the city.
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Loved the walking tour
Sofia
Marco's walking tour of Arezzo's historic center was a journey through time and space, with his ability to connect the past and the present and his lively anecdotes making it a truly engaging and entertaining experience.
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Explore Arezzo's hidden gems with Marco's tour!
Andrea
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Unforgettable tour of Arezzo!
Paola
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Loved every moment
Giulia
Sandro’s walking tour of Arezzo's iconic landmarks was a breathtaking experience, with his knowledge of the city's urban geography and his storytelling skills adding a new perspective to the cityscape.
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Words don’t do justice to Arezzo
Luca
Sandro’s Arezzo tour was a holistic and integrative approach to the city's history and culture, with his visits to the archeological sites and the contemporary art venues, the local market and the community initiatives, and the gastronomic landmarks and the hidden alleys making it a dynamic and eclectic experience. His ability to connect the dots and his contagious enthusiasm made it a truly inspiring and thought-provoking journey.
Starting From
USD 205 / group