Cortona Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cloudy day in Arezzo: a view of the city's bell towers, towers, and roofs from the Confraternita dei Laici tower
Cortina, Tuscany, Italy.
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Popular places to visit

Piazza della Repubblica

Find out about the history of Cortona when you take a trip to Piazza della Repubblica. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Piazza della Repubblica

Cortona Cathedral

Cortona Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Cortona, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and musical theatre.

Cortona Cathedral

Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial

You can learn about the history of Cortona when you stop by Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial. Experience the area's museums and musical theatre.

Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial

Santa Margherita Basilica

You can learn about the history of Cortona when you stop by Santa Margherita Basilica. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Santa Margherita Basilica

Signorelli Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Signorelli Theatre on your trip to Cortona. Discover the area's countryside and monuments.

Signorelli Theatre

Museum of the Etruscan Academy

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Etruscan Academy, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cortona. Experience the area's museums and musical theatre.

Museum of the Etruscan Academy

Activities

Pasta or Pizza cooking class in Cortona, vegetarian and vegan

Pasta or Pizza cooking class in Cortona, vegetarian and vegan

AU$208
per adult
Pasta or Pizza cooking class in Cortona, vegetarian and vegan
Traditional Pizza & Focaccia Cooking Class at Local Home in Cortona

Traditional Pizza & Focaccia Cooking Class at Local Home in Cortona

AU$249
per adult
Traditional Pizza & Focaccia Cooking Class at Local Home in Cortona
For your personal experiences in Tuscany

Wine and olive oil tastings with the locals

AU$352
per adult
Wine and olive oil tastings with the locals
Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside

Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside

AU$42
per adult
Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside
3 Regions in 1 Day from Rome with Tuscany Wine Tasting & Lunch

From Rome: Bagnoregio & Orvieto Day Trip with Tuscany Wine Tasting & Lunch

AU$149
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Rome: Bagnoregio & Orvieto Day Trip with Tuscany Wine Tasting & Lunch
Horseback riding in the hills of Montepulciano in Tuscany

Horseback riding in the hills of Montepulciano in Tuscany

AU$134
per adult
Horseback riding in the hills of Montepulciano in Tuscany
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Our pick of the best Cortona Old Town Hotel Deals

Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa

Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Via del Salvatore Cortona AR
The price is AU$447 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$447
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa
Hotel San Michele

Hotel San Michele

4 out of 5
Via Guelfa 15 Cortona AR
The price is AU$227 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$227
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel San Michele
Hotel Villa Marsili

Hotel Villa Marsili

4 out of 5
Viale Cesare Battisti 13 Cortona AR
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
10/10 Exceptional! (323 reviews)
The hotel is nicely situated, and staff was ready and helpful in securing parking. The public spaces are welcoming, spacious and cosy. The breakfast alone is worth staying here--unbelievable. We stayed in many similar hotels during our visit of Tuscany, and this breakfast is EPIC. What a lovely way ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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Hotel Villa Marsili
Hotel San Luca

Hotel San Luca

4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 1 Cortona AR
Stay at this hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial and Piazza della Repubblica ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (422 reviews)
great view, very clean, friendly staff

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

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Hotel San Luca
Hotel Italia

Hotel Italia

3 out of 5
Via Ghibellina 5/7 Cortona AR
Stay at this hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Casali Palace and Piazza della Repubblica are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (289 reviews)
The hotel amenities, comfort, hospitality are top notch. Should easily be a 4-star hotel!

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

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Hotel Italia
Villa Santa Margherita

Villa Santa Margherita

3 out of 5
Viale Cesare Battisti 17 Cortona AR
The price is AU$202 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$202
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Giuseppe Garibaldi Memorial and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
The room was large and very clean. Breakfast was very good. Will stay there if I return to Cortona

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

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