Cortona Old Town Travel Guide

Cortona

A cloudy day in Arezzo: a view of the city's bell towers, towers, and roofs from the Confraternita dei Laici tower
Cortona Old Town
Cortona Old Town
Cortona Old Town
Cortona Old Town

Popular places to visit

Piazza della Repubblica

5/5(1 review)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

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

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

Palazzo Comunale

Palazzo Comunale 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.

Palazzo Comunale

Things to do

Pasta or Pizza cooking class in Cortona, vegetarian and vegan

Pasta or Pizza cooking class in Cortona, vegetarian and vegan

£104
per adult
Pasta or Pizza cooking class in Cortona, vegetarian and vegan
Montepulciano: Winery Tour and Tasting

Montepulciano: Winery Tour and Tasting

£30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Montepulciano: Winery Tour and Tasting
Montepulciano Gran Tour

Montepulciano Gran Tour

£13
per adult
Montepulciano Gran Tour
Oil museum and oil mill in Tuscany: tour and tasting

Oil museum and oil mill in Tuscany: tour and tasting

£17
per adult
Oil museum and oil mill in Tuscany: tour and tasting
Tasting Tour in One of The Most Beautiful Cellars in the World

Tasting Tour in One of The Most Beautiful Cellars in the World

£29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tasting Tour in One of The Most Beautiful Cellars in the World
Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside

Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside

£22
per adult
Montepulciano Wine Tasting in the Tuscan Countryside
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Top hotels in Cortona Old Town

Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa

Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Via del Salvatore Cortona AR
The price is £283 per night from 10 May to 11 May
£283
10 May - 11 May
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (267 reviews)
Staff was phenomenal!! Great team every accomplished

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa
Hotel San Michele

Hotel San Michele

4 out of 5
Via Guelfa 15 Cortona AR
The price is £110 per night from 18 May to 19 May
£110
18 May - 19 May
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (274 reviews)
Great and helpful staff. Room was great

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Hotel San Michele
Hotel Villa Marsili

Hotel Villa Marsili

4 out of 5
Viale Cesare Battisti 13 Cortona AR
The price is £140 per night from 15 May to 16 May
£140
15 May - 16 May
includes taxes & fees
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! (326 reviews)
a few minutes walking distance from the core of the old town, helpful staff, amazing breakfast. reccomended

Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Hotel Villa Marsili
Hotel San Luca

Hotel San Luca

4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 1 Cortona AR
The price is £83 per night from 10 May to 11 May
£83
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
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! (424 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Hotel San Luca
Hotel Italia

Hotel Italia

3 out of 5
Via Ghibellina 5/7 Cortona AR
The price is £116 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£116
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
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! (291 reviews)
The hotel amenities, comfort, hospitality are top notch. Should easily be a 4-star hotel!

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Hotel Italia
Villa di Piazzano - Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Villa di Piazzano - Small Luxury Hotel of the World

5 out of 5
Localita Piazzano, C.P. 6 Cortona AR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £564 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£564
23 May - 24 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cortona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (232 reviews)
This is an incredible oasis in the hills of Tuscany. The restaurant is terrific, the rooms are beautiful and the staff is exceptional

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Villa di Piazzano - Small Luxury Hotel of the World
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