A place to entertain children and adults. It has a sports screen and everything is almost complete

I called it a second mini mall at Arezzo town . They have a some stores and this place is always good for kids they have all complete attraction and activities here .like skating in the season of winter the cinemas and amusement arcade for all season . And last thing you can set a kid parties here as well.and kids much having fun.

Good and clean cinema. Food is a bit expensive but quite tasty. A bigger variety of movies would be appreciated (especially the less famous ones).

Most of the shops were closed. Escalators under maintenance. Seems I visited at a bad time

Mall its good, with kids youtand adults game, scarpamondo is the best for who love shoes original with all market

A mini mall ever had here in AREZZO City ever .they have some stores, restaurants,a small amusement arcade,and UCI Cinemas.

Child friendly small shoppingcenter and all ages entertainment centre.

An amazing collection of art. The house was fascinating in and of itself, as was the story laid out as you went along. For a man and family to collect and maintain such wonderful pieces is amazing. Very fair admission for the tour.

Very nice museum. It’s small, You need about 30-40 min for it. The wall painting are gorgeous. Would recommend to watch the short intro movie.

The Arezzo home of the 16th Century artist/art historian Vasari. Approx 5 decorated rooms and a terrace garden. At July 23 entrance was €5. Interesting in itself but more so if you have in interest in high renaissance art. Would take somewhere between 30 mins and an hour to go round.

Que bella, questa casa! Beautiful house of multitalent Giorgio Vasari, artist, architect, author! A miracle that these frescoes on ceilings and paintings - from the Renaissance ! - remained intact. Impressive, admission price of 4 Euros I found very fair. Be sure to check availability (and ideally reserve) as only few people are allowed in at one time. The presentation of information could be better, a bit more modern. But: great museum!

The house of Vasari is a nice museum, with mainly paintings and frescoes from Vasari himself. There is also the garden, which is very nice. Definitely a very nice museum .

The historical house of the artist and art historian Giorgio Vasari. Very small but beautiful rooms with frescoes in the ceiling, especially notable the one with with the arts depicted (music, sculpture, painting and architecture) and the main one with the fireplace. In the latter there is a central depiction of the allegory of virtue, fortune and envy (virtù, fortuna e invidia). Depending from which side of the room you are looking the painting a different one of the three seems victorious! On the walls fire (on the fireplace side) with a city in flame and abundace on the opposite (with a city flooded).

the house can be visited separately or in a ticket combined with the church of san francesco. the visit lasts 30 minutes. you only visit one floor and the garden of the house. in the house you can see frescoes painted by Vasari and other painters from that period. The house is well preserved. Vasari, painter, architect and Italian art historian, became famous through his work: "The lives of the most renowned Italian architects, painters and sculptors, from Cimabue to our times." Giorgio Vasari was born on July 30, 1511 in Arezzo. In the year 1550 the first edition of the work to which Vasari's reputation is linked appears: "Vite de 'più eccellenti architetti, pittori et scultori italiani da Cimabue insino a' TEMPOS", in which he orders the materials collected since 1540 on the life and works great artists. During this period he meets Michelangelo, who advises him to also deal with architecture. In 1568 the second edition of his capital work of art history "Vite de 'più eccellenti ..." appears, enriched with new materials and which constitutes to this day an indispensable source of documentation in this field. In 1554 he settled in Florence, invited by the Duke Cosimo I de 'Medici, who hired him for urban and architectural works. It begins with the restructuring of the old palace ("Palazzo Vecchio"), then continues with the construction of the administrative building "Palazzo degli Uffizi", which will be completed only in 1580, after his death, and which will later become the famous art gallery. In 1563 he begins the great frescoes for the decoration of the "di Cinquecento" salon in Palazzo Vecchio, and in 1565 he begins to build the so-called "Corridoio vasariano" ("The Vasarian Corridor"), which unites Palazzo Vecchio with Palazzo Pitti, crossing the Arno river over Ponte Vecchio, which should serve as a refuge for the ducal family in case of need.

This fantastic Cathedral rises atop a hill in the upper part of the city, on the foundations of an ancient early Christian church where a Roman acropolis likely once stood. Begun in the Gothic style during the 13th century, the construction of the dome, dedicated to Saints Peter and Donatus, was not completed until three centuries later, in 1511, after numerous cycles of alteration. Its bell tower with tall, twin windows, designed by Luigi Mercanti, was built between 1857 and 1859. The last reconstruction of the façade was carried out between 1901 and 1914, based on a design by Viviani intended to replace the unfinished one dating back to the 15th century. Dominating the city, this imposing three-nave building, without a transept, boasts seven beautiful stained-glass windows created by the monk and master glassmaker Guillaume de Marcillat from Berry. The French artist worked between Arezzo and Cortona from 1516. This masterpiece of glass art was created in two phases, between 1516 and 1517, and then between 1522 and 1524. These illustrious biblical tales can be admired in the vaults of the first three bays of the main nave and the first bay of the left aisle. Also inside are the small but famous 15th-century fresco of Mary Magdalene by Piero della Francesca, glazed terracotta sculptures by Andrea della Robbia, and the tombs of the 14th-century Bishop Guido Tarlati and Pope Gregory X, who died in Arezzo in 1276.

This is a very impressive cathedral high up on the hill in Arezzo. Inside it is both dark, cavernous and cool which adds to the sense of majesty. A funeral was taking place while we visited which was quite moving and showed how this is a working church for the city. Unfortunately this means that it doesn't seem to have much in the way of signs for tourist visitors.

I was impressed to visit and was not disappointed at all by the beautiful and ancient art.

Breathtaking cathedral! Worth the visit! Also, near the Arezzo Cathedral, the movie La vita e bella was filmed!

Absolutely gorgeous place! Not so many tourists, great atmosphere and very organic place (no barriers etc.). Seems like the cathedral management trusts tourists to behave and allows them to basically walk around which creates as I have said an organic experience. Entry is free.

Historical cathedral, peaceful, lovely city

Maybe our favorite cathedral in Tusacany and we visited a lot of them

This large museum has an excellent collection. Unfortunately the way in which most items are presented doesn’t meet modern standards for museums. The use of one or two signboards in each room to provide captions for the items is particularly annoying. Nevertheless, the museum is well worth visiting.

A superb collection of maiolica (pottery) competing with Bargello and every national museum, arms, medieval and Renaissance painting : Signorelli, Danti, Pierino da Vinci and the largest and stunning collection of Vasari masterpieces.

We visited it with our Erasmus+ group for project "Eutourism 2019". Our students from Turkey, Romania, Croatia and Canary Islands were favourably impressed by the fantastic works if art there.

Unbelievable! I truly enjoyed it! Thank you for the staff and their kindness!

Be aware of the different opening times before and after April 1st, also you have to be exactly on time e.g. at 3pm, 4.30 pm and 6pm. The doors open for 10 minutes and are closed until the next opening time which is 90min later. If you like museums and medieval art it is well worth visiting, for which each turn has 75 minutes.

One of the worst museums I've ever seen: underfunded, badly managed, with an outdated style of exposition of art, with astonishing opening hours, with Italian descriptions only etc.

Free entrance and worthwhile a visit! Check for opening hours before going though because they close during afternoons.

One of the best represented ports in Arezzo historical central. One relic from the Etruscan period that is strongly entwined with the city’s identity is the bronze statue of the Chimera. Uncovered in the 16th century, this fabulous statue of the mythological creature was crafted by the Etruscans. While the original is safely in a museum in Florence, replicas can be found in Arezzo, proudly reflecting their ancient heritage.

Beautiful place Went to the Christmas market in the evening lights were magical.

A historical View in the Arezzo .you will see the wall and a big Gate they call "Porta San Lorentino"

Nice historical city. Gate quiet interesting.

Beautiful historical place

Nice side entrance, but nothing special

Excellent food. Well recommended.

The best ravioli tartufo that I have ever had in my life!! Plus friendly staff, we had a really nice evening :)

Great local meal. Very reasonably priced. If you don’t care about fine dining and just want a chill local spot to enjoy Tuscan food I highly recommend this place. House wine was fantastic. Service was a bit slow but everyone was very helpful and friendly. Not for the demanding tourist 😝

A family run trattoria with locals and visitors enjoying a range of Tuscan dishes. No frills, great food, attentive service. Adjacent shop not to be missed, great freshly made panini to take out.

It was OK not great, we went for lunch. The pasta was like an average home cooked meal, there are better restaurant options down the road. After spending a week in Arezzo and trying various places to eat this was somewhat disappointing. I wouldn't go back again to be honest.

I wish i can give them more than 5 stars! Evryrhing was amazing! Their hospitality, the friendliness but most importantly the food!! I can say it is the best food we tasted in italia so far. Everything was just amazing!!! We tried their samdwiches in the morning and then the dinner in the afternoon! It was all amazing❤️ thank you for everthing

We’ve traveled around Italy for a week so far and this has been the best restaurant we’ve been too!

Best Porchetta I ever had. If you’re in Arezzo, this is a must!

Ok

Excellent

(Translated by Google) I have to say it was a pleasant experience. I like to change and try new cuisines, but the results do not always confirm expectations. Here, however, I was very satisfied. Fast and attentive service. Tasting dish with an inviting appearance and delicious flavours. Lots of different little flavors to try, well put together, with a good sauce and lots of vegetables, but obviously the meat reigns supreme, spicy, tasty and well cooked. A tip: get some wine paired with it, the beer is a little light to accompany these flavours. (Original) Devo dire che è stata una piacevole esperienza. Mi piace cambiare e provare nuove cucine, ma non sempre i risultati confermano le aspettative. Qui invece sono rimasto molto soddisfatto. Servizio veloce e premuroso. Piatto degustazione invitante all'aspetto e buonissimo nei sapori. Tanti piccoli sapori diversi da provare, ben assemblati, con una buona salsa e tante verdurine, ma ovviamente la fa da padrona la carne, speziata, saporita e ben cotta. Un consiglio: prendete del vino in abbinamento, la birra è un po' leggera per accompagnare questi sapori.

(Translated by Google) The food is very good, the staff is friendly and the girl who serves knows what she's doing. The prices are fair and they are also very fast in service... highly recommended! Well done... (Original) Si mangia molto bene, il personale è gentile e la ragazza che serve ci sa fare. I prezzi sono giusti e sono anche molto veloci nel servizio...consigliabilissimo! Bravi...

(Translated by Google) I was there for lunch for work reasons...I wanted to try Greek cuisine....the dishes on the menu are very inviting. I got the tasting platter and I have to say it was very good. I'd like to try other dishes I've seen so I'll go back when I can. Congrats all very good. 👍🍽. The prices are also fair. (Original) Ci sono stato a pranzo per motivi di lavoro...ho voluto provare la cucina greca....i piatti sul menù sono molto invitanti. Ho preso il piatto degustazione e devo dire che era molto buono. Vorrei provare altre pietanze che ho visto quindi quando posso ci torno. Complimenti tutto molto buono. 👍🍽. Anche i prezzi sono giusti.

(Translated by Google) Delicious food, low prices and super friendly and helpful staff. Great place to eat Greek in Arezzo. (Original) Cibo squisito, prezzi contenuti e personale super cordiale e disponibile. Ottimo posto per mangiare greco ad Arezzo.

(Translated by Google) The gyros, a generous salad accompanied by slices of pita, are excellent and tasty. The waiters are friendly. Very honest and affordable prices (4€ pita gyros, 4€ salad). Advised. (Original) Ottimo e saporito il gyros, insalata generosa accompagnata da fette di pita. Cordiali i camerieri. Prezzi onestissimi e abbordabili (4€ pita gyros, 4€ insalata). Consigliato.

I was encouraged to visit this restaurant by its high rating as well as short menu which suggested specialization in specific dishes. I wad welcomed by kind staff which took care of the right atmosphere from the beginning. The positive picture was completed by the nice seat in a quieter part of Via Corsa. The ordered dishes were delicious. The tartare served in three versions, with dips emphasizing its character, deserved to be called a main course in itself. The pici pasta, on the other hand, was not prepared with a heavy meat sauce (which is common), but was bathed in a fresh sauce of yellow tomatoes and garlic from the Valdarno valley. I must honestly admit that the restaurant quality of the dishes enchanted me and my companion, while the prices did not particularly stand out against the average for Arezzo.

A lovely, cozy restaurant. Small kitchen but the chef makes amazing food like his fresh gnocchi with truffles. Good wine selection from this area as well. All the staff were friendly and all pitched in to work together (not something you see often!) Overall, an enjoyable dining experience

Very special restaurant, located next to the church where it borrows the name from. The interior is unique, with high ceiling and fresco's on the walls. The atmosphere is therefore unique, quite and cosy, perfect for a romantic or family dinner. The dishes are really well presented, but must be honest, some of them push the traditional recipes too much and the taste is not what you would expect. That said, the quality is really high, and therefore the price is also adjusted accordingly. Anyway not crazy expensive and definitely worth! Oh, great selection of wines

We had a wonderful lunch at this great restaurant just off the main Piazza. Wonderful service, a small but carefully thought out wine list and some really good and innovative cooking. Chicken liver crostini and rabbit in tomato and olive sauce were particular stand outs. Worth every Euro.

Sat outside for lunch and had delicious roasted aubergine and parmesan ravioli and carbonara with a glass of wine each. Food was excellent and the service was lovely. We had been to this restaurant years ago and remembered a lovely lunch then. The inside is nicely decorated and would also be nice to sit in

Friendly staff, delicious food, I recommend if you visit the city of Arezzo

Incredible food and attentive, friendly service, lovely atmosphere

We had such a memorable meal here. The Tuscan crostini with liver pâté were rich and perfectly balanced, and the prosciutto e melone was simple but so fresh—exactly how it’s meant to be. The handmade pasta in red sauce was comforting and full of flavor. The staff were incredibly kind and patient, even letting us practice our Italian, which made the experience feel even more personal. The meal ended with a beautifully presented espresso, complete with a tiny meringue and sugar served in a moka pot—such a sweet touch. Places like this are what make Italy feel truly magical.

Everything about this store is wonderful, from the incredibly sweet staff to the decor, to the unique artisinal products and fantastic meat and cheese. The variety of sauces, sausages and pastas is superb. I literally wanted to buy up the entire store and the staff were so nice to hold everything for me while we went around to sight see, truly above and beyond! After returning to pick up our things, we added to our order and decided on an impromptu cheese board... the best I've had thus far in Italy, melt in your mouth salami, plentiful and fairly priced. I cannot say enough good things about this place! The products here are truly quality; the store's in-house brand does not use sunflower seed oil, which is surprisingly in so much of the products in this country; I regret not buying even more pesto and sauce!

Very good position and cozy beautiful place, with quality food, good jazz music and excellent wine selection. Service is professional and friendly. It's not an restaurant, so the portions are small, but I find the prices a little bit too high. Recommended for the atmosphere, quality food and good wines.

We stopped for a quick bite to eat and ordered the sandwich with wild boar and the sandwich with pear. The espresso was made with a tab, but both sandwiches were really tasty 😋. Total cost 25 €

This is a place you do not want to miss...the food is humbly AMAZING 😉 We stopped for a simple aperitif and we end up selecting wine from an incredibly wide range of (mainly) Tuscan 🍷 wines Then we had some boards “taglieri” with selected cured meats from the region and hot bruschettas ...the portion are nice and the price is absolutely honest for the quality the offer. ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND

Delicious food and good service! I loved the gorgeous decorations and atmosphere. We had a fancy cheese plate which was a fun way to try some local cheeses, plus the ragu spaghetti and the Tuscan soup. All were flavorful and comforting food on a rainy day.

tomato soup and the bean/sausage in tomato souce were perfect, as well as the lasagna. The home made pasta with tomato and garlic is rather 3/4. Good wines

For most people the attraction of the Basilica di San Francesco boils down to one things: the fresco by Piero della Francesca. And to be fair it is an astonishing piece of work even if it does give you neck ache. His rendering of the History of the True Cross is vivid and alive in a remarkable way. Still the church does offer a few more attractions with other frescoes and creations scattered about. There's plenty of space and quite a lot to enjoy if you like Renaissance religious buildings. I can imagine that it gets busy in the holidays but out of season it was a delight.

Large and interesting basilica. Most visitors immediately head for the frescos behind the large hanging cross at the pulpit. Be sure to look to the left just as you pass the ticket booth. There is a beautiful chapel serving as a war memorial to Italian casualties.

Basilica of San Francesco is a Medieval church with the beautiful fresco cycle Legends of the True Cross by Piero della Francesca.

A must for Piero della Francesca fans, people who don’t care much should leave space for those, who can appreciate. This is one of the most otherworldly early Renaissance art experiences and the 30 minute slot allotted to visitors will surely stay in their memories forever! Otherwise it’s a nice experience too. Friendly staff, good explanation aids provided. Well worth the effort!

Time to visit Piero della Francesca frescos formally limited to 30 mins, but, at least out of season, nobody checks if you leave on time. The rest of the church worth attention as well. You have to pay for ticket reservation no matter if you buy online or onsite. In October it was no problem to have a ticket for same day, only couple of time slots were fully sold out. A backpacks have to be left in a locker at the entrance. There is a toilet inside.

Impressive historical church in the middle of the city center of Arezzo. You definitely will walk along this nice place and building when you pay a visit to Arezzo. We were here in September 2021, while it was not too crowded. We didn’t pay a visit to the inside because you can see the inside through a “door window”… .

Superb visit where I could admire frescoes in this Gothic Basilica with painting from the 14th century, houses one of the greatest masterpieces of the Renaissance, the “Legend of the True Cross” by Piero della Francesca, the extraordinary cycle painted by the artist between 1452 and 1455 approximately in the Bacci Chapel.

Some vendors open at 7, but for others, you may have to wait another hour or two. Take advantage of this time to secure the perfect parking spot, then enjoy a nice coffee break before travelers descend upon the town square! Bring a cart or wagon to help carry your goods up and down the cobbled terrain - your back will thank you. Restaurants are available for al fresco and indoor dining, with many pet friendly facilities too. Prices for everything range from high-low, so bring plenty of cash as not all vendors accept electronic payments.

Every first Sunday of the month. If you’re lucky enough to be anywhere near Arezzo you HAVE TO GO!!! It’s amazing! Don’t expect the stalls to be cheap, this is an antique fair, not a flea market. It’s amazing, and it takes over a huge area of the city, it’s perfect for wandering around, take the day to do the market, don’t rush it. The fashion of some of the people there was amazing! People were friendly and you’ll find all sorts of treasure, but thats Arezzo all over, it’s so friendly. The only thing you’ll regret? You didn’t bring a bigger van or more money. It gets incredibly busy, and it isn’t the easiest to navigate with a pram, but it’s worth it. This is a MUST SEE!

What you need to do is plan your Italian trip around this Antique Fair. Every first Sunday, of the month and the Saturday before. It is a must. The goods are outstanding quality and a huge variety. We did not even have time to visit the monuments and churches. Go early, parking in the city fills up quickly.

Best Antique Market I have seen in my life. Many unique things here. I didn't think I can buy anything here but I bought a lot of posters from the previous time! So lucky to have come to Arezzo on the first Sunday of the month!

Incredible overnight transformation. We visited the Piazza Grande yesterday it was so quiet, and then came back today. The streets are alive. There are stalls everywhere, filled with a fascinating variety of items for sale. The small laneways and street are packed with people, bringing the city to life.

It's OK. A lot of new things made to look old. The actual vintage stuff was expensive. A lot of things were like double the price I see at other antique markets. Lots of jewelry. The town is cute, though. If you are in the area, check it out, but if it's more than an hour drive, I'd pass on it.

This market was recommended to us by our B&B host..it did not disappoint! The market is sprawling, with beautiful items! We had a nice lunch and purchased many items- only the heavy ones if you ask my husband ;) - to bring back with us.

If you love the renaissance. It all started with this man.

my fave!

(Translated by Google) Casa Petrarca, in the heart of ancient Arezzo, is the birthplace of Francesco Petrarca, born on 20 July 1304 in Borgo dell'Orto. Today, the house is a museum and home to the Petrarca Academy of Letters, Arts and Sciences, which celebrates the legacy of the poet, co-founder of Italian literature together with Dante and Boccaccio. Inside, you can admire Petrarchian relics, large Renaissance canvases by Tuscan artists, a collection of 250 ancient coins and a large library dedicated to Petrarchism. (Original) Casa Petrarca, nel cuore dell’Arezzo antica, è il luogo natale di Francesco Petrarca, nato il 20 luglio 1304 nel Borgo dell’Orto. Oggi, la casa è un museo e sede dell’Accademia Petrarca di Lettere Arti e Scienze, che celebra l’eredità del poeta, cofondatore della letteratura italiana insieme a Dante e Boccaccio. All’interno, si possono ammirare cimeli petrarcheschi, grandi tele rinascimentali di artisti toscani, una collezione di 250 monete antiche e un'ampia biblioteca dedicata al petrarchismo.

(Translated by Google) In the heart of the historic center of Arezzo (which in itself conveys a Renaissance atmosphere) there is the birthplace of the great poet Francesco Petrarca. His writings, his portraits, the environment all refer to a past of a great rebirth. Petrarch was in fact the one who more than anyone embodied the transition period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. (Original) Nel pieno del centro storico di Arezzo (che già di per se trasmette un'atmosfera rinascimentale ) c'è la casa natale del sommo poeta Francesco Petrarca. I suoi scritti, i suoi ritratti, l'ambiente tutto rimanda ad un passato di una grande rinascita. Petrarca fu infatti colui che più di tutti incarnò il periodo di transizione tra il medioevo ed il rinascimento.

(Translated by Google) The girl's friendliness was absolutely zero! Let me start by saying that when we arrived at the house, the front door was open, as the opening hours rightly state, but the inside doors were locked! I tried calling the number on the poster, obviously giving a nonexistent number. We waited there to see if it was actually supposed to be open or not! A good 15 minutes later, a girl opened a door; she was obviously at lunch or something! But the best part was that she didn't even apologize, nor did she put up a "Be right back" sign or any other reason to explain her absence. So, on that front, I'd say it was terrible! On the other hand, the house only had two rooms with lots of books on them, and that was it. I was expecting a tour of the house, etc. (Original) La cordialità della ragazza direi che è pari allo zero! Premetto che arriviamo alla casa ed il portone è aperto come giustamente dicono gli orari, ma le porte al loro interno sono chiuse! Provo a chiamare al numero che c’è afflitto al manifesto dando ovviamente un numero inesistente. Abbiamo aspettato lì per capire se effettivamente doveva essere aperto oppure no! Ben dopo 15 minuti apre una ragazza una porta, evidentemente era a pranzo o altro! Ma il bello che non si è nemmeno scusata e non ha nemmeno afflitto un cartello “torno subito” o altre motivazioni che attestino la sua assenza. Quindi su questo lato direi pessimo! Dall’altro sulla casa solo due stanze che ritraevano molti libri e basta. Mi aspettavo la visita della casa ecc…

(Translated by Google) Petrarch's house? He was only there for eight months, and they've created a museum that's bigger than the Louvre. Let's just save the book collection, which remains interesting. Only if you have nothing to do and it's raining, then go there to avoid the rain. Just a big, big BHA. Use your money better. (Original) La casa del Petrarca? Ci è stato solo 8 mesi e questi hanno creato il museone che manco il Louvre. Salviamo solo la collezione di libri che rimane interessante. Solo se NON avete nulla da fare e piove allora andate lì per evitare la pioggia. Solo un grande grandissimo BHA Usate meglio i soldi

(Translated by Google) Petrarch's birthplace, where you can see many of the great Italian poet's manuscripts. At the beginning of the tour, a video explaining the poet's life is shown, followed by a tour of the rooms where the manuscripts are displayed. (Original) Casa natale di Petrarca dove è possibile vedere molti manoscritti del sommo poeta italiano. All'inizio della visita viene trasmesso un video che spiega la vita del poeta, dopo ci si sposta nelle stanze dove sono esposti i manoscritti.

Beautiful town square with an amazing view on the valley and hills. Very peaceful place!

I love this open space and the views are beautiful, perfect for a peaceful walk across the Mediaeval Park.

Nice place for relax and Apperol

Nice breathing place. Also flat which is great after climbing the old town up and down the hill.

It's beautifully decorated during Christmas 🎄

Lovely trees

Nice Park

Spectacular late medieval church with some extraordinary carvings both on the facade and the interior.

Beautiful church with nativity scene at the moment. Went to a concert here and it was amazing.

Astonishing. Beautiful church. However they should be more strict about how people are dressed when enter this holy place. I don’t think is correct to walk inside a church with shorts- miniskirt- very low neck t-shirt. I found this very disrespectful!

Very interesting structure with the altar upstairs above the rest of the church and a lower level with an impressive set of columns.

Quite nice medieval Church. Outside is quite a highlight with it's tall tower.

Lovely, spiritual, blessed place. A must see and experience.

Good place but has lots of pickpocket

A hidden gem. Benedictine church built in the 13th century together with the monastery, now used as a school. Divided into three naves. In the presbytery we find the main altar with: Vocation of SS. Peter, Andrew, James and John by Giorgio Vasari. Above the famous fake dome by Andrea Pozzo, artist and Jesuit father, with its optical illusion (1702), because it is flat, the surprise is if you stand towards the right column and observing the dome, you move to the left, you see that the dome rotates on itself and tilts. His works in perspective are to be admired. Then we find the Grand Crucifix on wood by Segna di Bonaventura, made around 1319. Wooden crucifix by Baccio da Montelupo on the right wall of the church, a valuable work from 1504. The altarpiece Assumption and Coronation of the Virgin by Giorgio Vasari, also known as the Albergotti Altarpiece 1566. Madonna with Child and SS. Mauro, Lucia and Luigi IX by Bernardino Santi 17th century Mystic Marriage of Saint Catherine by Teofilo Torri in the right transept of the church 1605. San Lorenzo in the counterfaçade, a masterpiece frescoed by Bartolomeo della Gatta in 1476.

The most rich church in Arezzo's towncenter

This is a lovely sight with historical meaning.

Very good

Beautiful.

Nice place.

Belliasima

This is a decent enough ruin in a nice location but there’s not much left to see frankly. And there’s nothing much in the way of explanation.

Update July 2022. 5 minute walk from train station. Free admission to view Roman Amphitheatre from the park. ( although you can pay for museum entry and up close access. However, museum has very restricted hours) see attached pictures. It was nice to view the ruins and it’s ground. Not much explanation but it allows your imagination go wild!!

If you go to Arezzo don’t miss it. It deserves a little visit.

Very friendly staff and LOTS of pottery. I came away wanting to know more about the history: what kind of political structure di Etruscsans have; where was their capitol, if they had one?; when were they conquered by the Romans?; how did the Roman-Etruscan relationship differ from the Roman-Cathage?; we learn that Etruscans used the Greek alphabet but that the language itself did not have Indo-European roots, so what are examples of how the language diverges from I-E patterns?; where did the Etruscans come from and/or where did their language come from, if we know?; and so forth

Wonderful place... it inspires us about the greatnesses of the Classic Eras.

Cool Museum for kids and adults, not expensive

Free to visit, if you don't go for museum.

Bruschetta was a little bit bland but everything else we ordered was delicious! Loved the prosciutto and melon as well as the sausage and broccoli rabe pizza but the Buffalino pizza really took the cake! Delicious red sauce and the cheese was so fresh, would highly recommend!

Always ask a local person where is a good place to eat. Our Airbnb hostes sent us here for a pizza. Thank you. Very good choice and with the sun grilling us, we eacaped to either inner courtyard with shade or aircondition interior. The food was good, i only need to learn to read. I got brokoli on my pizza....still good, but never again😀. Others had much better ones. Oh I had beer, with strange message on the bottom of glass.

Excellent foot. Service was really good. Certainly worth a visit.

Very nice place, industrial look, have a look and try the pizza, very good. The music is very good and stylish

Not a good pizza. The dow was rather chewy. Quality of ingredients not great, especially the pieces of ham in the capricciosa that looked like some kind of leftovers.

We ordered four pizzas and all of them were delicious. So far the best pizzas we had in Arezzo. The staff was very friendly and nice. Amazing location with lovely decorations. The prices were actually quite reasonable.

Tasty pizza in air conditioned space. For amatriciana pizza, a plain cheese pizza, two waters, and a Coca-Cola, was €34. There was enough pizza that we took home four slices.

This small hidden family restaurant is really good. Authentic dishes as tortellini in brodo, lasagna bolognese, and the pasta with mortadella, butter and sage. After the coteletta and the beef cheeks. The chocolate dessert and tiramisu were delicious! We all loved it. The staff is very friendly thank you for lovely dinner.

Excellent restaurant in the historic centre of Arezzo. It is on old biilding that is inside very nicely decorated. The atmosphere is great. Personnel is very friendly and helpfull. The menu is traditional Italuan dishes, i must say “delicious”. The wine menu is extensive. Parking facilities are ample but on a distance, sbout half a mile from the restaurant, just outside the border of the centre. It was not cheap.

We love everything! Good is excellent and service is impeccable! Will def go again when visit there area 🥰❤️

If we weren't rushed, it would have been a better experience. The food was okay. There was a server who was awesome! Great personality and treated us like family. We'd only go back because of him.

Wonderful atmosphere in an historic place surrounded by frescoes, complemented by superb food and impeccable service. The whole team works together seamlessly to bring this ancient place to life. This restaurant was a delightful surprise that began with a warm welcome. Highly recommend!

Excellent. The service and the food Prosciutto di chianina al coltello and the Piccione were outstanding (better than my mum one.. and it says it all!)

Yum yum yum is all I can say about this restaurant. I walked around for 30 minutes before I found this gem as all other restaurants were full for lunch. As mentioned by other people the restaurant is set in the most beautiful room which makes you feel like you're in an old museum and the food is an experience that I won't forget for a long time.

This quaint gem in the heart of Arezzo simply exudes charm — but what truly made the evening unforgettable were the three wonderful ladies who welcomed us with such warmth and care. Even on a busy evening, they were attentive, kind, and genuinely made us feel special. A heartfelt shout-out to Katia, whose thoughtful service and gracious presence elevated our experience even more! As for the food — absolutely divine. We each ordered different varieties of tortelli, lamb and berry reduction, pumpkin with guanciale and asparagus ricotta, and every bite was a delight. The pork rib we shared at the end was the perfect finish — tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The setting couldn’t have been better. We chose to sit outside on a warm summer evening, watching the world stroll by as we savored each course. It all came together to create a truly magical evening. Highly recommended — a must if you’re in Arezzo!

I had heard rave reviews about this place from my students. I asked for a table with my friend at 7:02 when they opened at 7 and was declined. I was told to wait 10 more minutes, which I accepted. A line started forming behind us, and another worker begrudgingly seated us. I felt like I was doing the servers a disservice by being there. I got the pumpkin ravioli dish; it was decent. The tiramisu was runny, overly wet, and lacking flavor.

We found this place while roaming around Arezzo centro, we liked how the ambience was chill and all the ladies serving are kind and attentive. I had the ravioli alla carbonara which was really good, and my husband had the trippa aretina which according to him was the best trippa that he had, it wasn’t like any other trippa that has that weird taste. The price and quality ratio is excellent. We were in a hurry and wanted a quick lunch, but next time we will try more of their dishes.

Lovely place near the center, with delicious food and great service/atmosphere. Highly recommended. The star of the menu are the Tortelli, of course. Lots of awesome flavours available but I went for the vegetarian option: burrata-stuffed with a vegetable sauce. They were delicious, with a very delicate taste. The service is great too: everyone on staff was quick, nice, and super professional. Kudos to everyone! The owner shared she prefers working with local and lesser-known brands (was talking about wines) and i think it’s a great approach, more restaurants should do the same and support other local small businesses. 👍👍👍 Overall I had a wonderful dining experience and can’t recommend this place enough.

7 out of 5. Rosanna and Liana provided warm, friendly, attentive service and the food was creative and delicious! The lamb ravioli, pumpkin ravioli AND asparagus ravioli shouldn’t be missed!!!! And very reasonable prices

Delicious homemade Italian pasta (tortellini in various variations). We’ve been there several times already, and the menu changes with the seasons. This variety, combined with the exceptionally friendly service from Liana and her team, comes highly recommended!

Beautiful people, beautiful food. Recommend the pumpkin tortellini. Best toilets in Italy.

Visiting Arezzo, we had dinner at Le Chiavi d’Oro and its been an extremely pleasant experience. The decor is modern but - somehow - integrates well in a Medieval town. Food is traditional with some twists that add a pleasant surprise to taste without exceeding the borders of experimentation. Three courses dinner for 2 people (one glass on fine red wine) 100€ which is absolutely in line with the quality. Definitely a place where to stop by. We'll be back once in Arezzo again

We had a truly wonderful meal here, the food was sublime, high end cooking, packed full of flavour and innovative in its combinations, I had the tongue starter and guinea fowl Secondi and would highly recommend both. Service was impeccable on what was a busy weekend evening, charming, helpful and knowledgeable when answering our various questions, especially as to wine choices. A not so hidden gem which I shall be recommending to anyone that will listen. A great night out.

We keep comparing other restaurants in Italy to our lunch here and Le Chiavi D’Oro consistently wins. Flavorful, inventive dishes, great wine cellar, elegant space, and friendly service, all without Michelin-style pretentiousness. Recommend to anyone looking for a special meal in Arezzo.

High quality food, the duck was excellent (dish of the day) and the duck ragu was spectacular. We came with a stroller and they accommodated us without a problem. Staff well trained and very attentive.

One of the best restaurants in Arezzo, by far! In a historical and central location (Piazza San Francesco), I found the restaurant cozy and elegant. Waiters were welcoming and took care of choosing our aperitifs. They also suggested few off-menu dishes that were, indeed, absolutely worth it. The food was delicious and elegantly presented. In general a really pleasant experience!

*A Culinary Masterpiece in the Heart of Arezzo* We had the absolute pleasure of dining at Le Chiavi D'Oro in Arezzo, Italy. Recommended by our rental host Roberta. For my special Birthday. I must say, it was an unforgettable experience. The moment we stepped into this elegant restaurant, we were enveloped in a warm and inviting atmosphere that set the tone for a truly exceptional meal. Greeted by one of the owners and two staff members. Family owned and operated. So special. *A Symphony of Flavors* The service was impeccable, with our server attentive, knowledgeable, and happy to guide us through the menu. The dishes we ordered were nothing short of culinary masterpieces. Each bite was a symphony of flavors, textures, and presentation that left us in awe. *Standout Dishes* Each of the dishes were cooked to perfection, with the pasta being a particular highlight. The flavors were rich and well-balanced, and the portion sizes were generous. Which continued throughout our selections. To include their recommendations of wine and desert. *Ambiance and Service* The ambiance was elegant and refined, with a warm and inviting decor that made us feel like we were dining in a luxurious setting. The service was top-notch, with our server and owner providing attentive and knowledgeable service throughout the meal. *A Truly Exceptional Experience* In short, Le Chiavi D'Oro is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Arezzo. The combination of exceptional service, stunning ambiance, and truly outstanding cuisine makes for a dining experience that will leave you with lifelong memories. We can't wait to return and indulge in another culinary masterpiece. *Rating: 5/5 stars* *Recommendation:* Don't miss the opportunity to dine at Le Chiavi D'Oro. Book your table well in advance and be prepared for an unforgettable culinary experience.

A Memorable Dinner in Piazza San Francesco We had dinner here while staying in Arezzo, following a recommendation from our Airbnb host. Outdoor seating wasn’t available, but we were seated inside right away. The space was elegant—warm lighting, beautiful details, and a calm, refined atmosphere. At first, we weren’t sure if it would be the right fit since we were with our young son and teenagers, and the restaurant is Michelin-rated. But we stayed, and we’re so glad we did. The service was excellent—friendly, attentive, and helpful in walking us through the menu. It’s divided into three sections, and they suggest two dishes per person. Only my husband followed that, starting with the steak tartare, which was excellent. We all had pasta dishes, and every one was incredible. I had the duck tagliatelle with ragù—delectable and made with rich precision. The flavors were deep and comforting. Our vegetarian guest had the ravioli and savored every bite. Each dish felt intentional and beautifully prepared, without being overdone. It was a quiet, elegant dinner. If you’re looking for more of a lively scene, the patio might be better. But if you want a relaxed, elevated evening with thoughtful food and a great bottle of wine, dining inside is a perfect choice. Highly recommend.

It’s a cute park to take walks also with a coffee place in it , so cosy !

Best park to walk & exercise in open gym .. sometimes people with dogs cause inconvenience

A place for kids to play,the dogs have a safe enclosure to play too,can be improved but it s a good place to relax

Great park in arezzo, very big and full of nature

Nice place to do jogging nd visit with a lover

Bello

Beautiful park, maintenance can be improved

To be honest I came here only because it was the forth museum in my complex ticket))) But wow, it's really interesting museum even for a non-specialist. There a lot of Etruscan and Roman artefacts and (as a bonus) some models of Arezzo Chimera (the original one is in Florence)

Awesome museum laid out between two floors of an old monastery, with an even older Roman amphitheatre outside you can walk around in. They have a really cute fictional interactive cat that guides people through which we thought was cool. Loved all the mosaic and old pottery, and so happy to see something focused on Etruscan. We were students so it was only 2 euro each to get in. Workers were all very nice and there were plenty of signs in English, as well as QR codes for online content. They had a small shop you walk through at the front and bathrooms at the back of the building. Highly recommend!

Interesting museum, built inside a former monastery which in turn was built on top of Roman amphitheatre. You can see half of the remaining Roman ruins in the garden of the museum. Highlights from the collections are the small baby statue which were offered ti the gods for request of fertility, some beautiful roman painted vase and great jewellery. Also very strange Etruscan tools called "graffion" similar to metal hooks we still nowadays don't know the use.

Bigger and better museum than expected. Good insight into prehistoric to Medieval history of the region, highlighting most interestingly the Etruscan era. Beautiful pieces from Etruscan and Roman times. Too bad some of the top pieces from the Arezzo archaeological site are located in Firenze such as the actual Chimaera, but those are replicated here in loving ways.

Fabulous museum with a breathtaking Roman amphitheatre next to it.

Good place for a walk, and also there is a museum that you can visit

Fantastic museum. Layout and artifacts were well done and explained. Highly recommend.

built in 1330 on the basis of the princanchiesa of 1257 it was one of the main churches of the Augustinian eremitani. left that in 1510 Martin Luther still Augustinian stopped in Arezzo on his pilgrimage to Rome .. here we see it from a particular angle ..

Very beautiful parish church in the centre. The square is the location of a daily market and many events.

Beautiful church

Was closed

Big beautiful church

Awesome

Greenery....

This is a charity group that was established centuries ago. Now there is museum in their house and you can enter the roof tower with still working clock. Worth it , low entrance fee, just for the view on piazza bellow and town around.

I am reviewing the “astronomical clock” … 3rd edition (4Jun2025)! There is an excellent article on the clock on tourismo.it by Flaminia Sworn, dated 10Jan2019. I will summarise the clock’s features. It was installed in 1552, but the geocentric arrangement is pre-Copernicus (1515), per the prevailing orthodoxy. i.e., the Earth is at the centre, and the Moon is in a closer orbit than the Sun. The Sun hand therefore rotates once every 12 hours, the a.m./ p.m. factor being evident to the observer in the piazza (from the degree of darkness). The Moon hand rotates every 24 hours and 50 minutes, i.e., the moon rises, on average, about 50 minutes later each day. There is, per Sword, a [simple] noon sundial, to make corrections to the clock at the meridian crossing of the Sun and/or Moon. My photo of the sundial was taken at 12:43 (Arezzo longitude is 11.898 E). There are 30 gradations for the days of the month. I expect they have to make manual adjustments for January, February, March, May, July, August, October, and December. This dial rotates with the Moon hand (you can see daylight all around the Moon globe, looking thru the clock mechanism from inside the tower). There is also a minute hand, and the clock chimes each quarter hour. The Moon hand has a clever feature in that the Moon, painted half gold and half black, rotates to reveal the moon phase. N.B. The Moon hand is calibrated so it depicts the Moon as seen from the Northern Hemisphere, looking south. See my photograph, taken in the early evening on the same day. There are several photos on this website already showing a broad view of the clock mechanism. When I photographed the clock this morning (30May2025), and also observed it with my binoculars, the Moon hand and the Sun hand were not correctly positioned (according to my analysis above), but the Moon phase was correct (waxing crescent, see photo taken same day). I suspect they need adjustment. I would be interested in comments on my analysis, or referral to a more detailed analysis than may be available. Fausto Casi (1999)?

Only a handful of interesting works of art organized somewhat haphazardly in an interesting landmark building.

City museum inside but not really interesting

Location"Rachel"

Racist and takes advantage of tourists. Their website and the tourist office said ICOM members get free admission. They lie and try to make your pay. Racists

Nice and beautiful..

The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Arezzo has a rich and fascinating history. Originally, the site was home to a sacred spring dedicated to the god Apollo, known for its healing properties. During the Etruscan and Roman periods, this spring attracted worshippers for rituals related to its therapeutic waters. In the early Middle Ages, the spring was called Fonte Tecta and continued to be a significant landmark. However, the arrival of St. Bernardine of Siena in the 15th century marked a turning point. He sought to eliminate the pagan rites associated with the spring and, after some resistance, succeeded in destroying it in 1428. In its place, he built an oratory, which later became a center of devotion. The construction of the current church began in 1435 and was completed around 1444. Designed by Domenico del Fattore, the church features a mix of late Gothic and Renaissance styles. The interior houses valuable works of art, including frescoes by Lorentino d’Andrea and a Renaissance loggia designed by Benedetto da Maiano.

This is an artistic gem. Truly a rare beautiful and peaceful place on the outskirts of Arezzo. The artwork invites you to contemplate spirituality, it is easy to get here and you don’t want your leave. Enjoy the park and wander around.

Santa Maria delle Grazie is indeed located in Arezzo, not Milan. This church, although not as famous as its namesake in Milan, is still a significant landmark in Arezzo. It features stunning Renaissance architecture and artwork, including frescoes by Piero della Francesca, a renowned Italian Renaissance artist. The church offers visitors a chance to admire these masterpieces in a serene and historic setting, away from the bustling tourist crowds. Exploring Santa Maria delle Grazie provides a glimpse into Arezzo's rich cultural heritage and artistic legacy.

Beautiful church in a pastoral setting with an extraordinary altarpiece.

Some church historical side stories

Wery beautiful and place.

Sublime

We visited Arezzo while in Italy and found Logge Vasari, it did not disappoint! Beautiful setting, friendly staff, and delicious food. They even gave us a complimentary dessert. Would love to come back!

One of the best meals we've eaten in Italy, the food was Michelin star quality! The presentation, the flavours and the service were all silver service. The views of the square are magnificent! The experience was one of our favourites during our trip in Italy. Definitely recommend the hand made pasta and the steak or pork belly which were cooled to perfection! They even have one of the chefs rolling fresh pasta in front of the restaurant.

You need to eat here, it will not disappoint! Welcoming from the start, no issue that I was a single diner despite this being antiques market day, and exemplary service. The pasta dish I ordered from the full menu was a delight and all the little extra dishes that came throughout the meal made this a wonderful experience. I was aiming to be more adventurous and NOT order tiramisu, but I caved in. I am so glad I changed my mind as I was transported to tiramisu heaven!! The whole experience yesterday will live long in the memory and on the palate, and is right up there as one of my best meals ever. :-) P.S. It was also great value for money.

This is a beautiful place to have dinner, with amazing views of the square. The atmosphere was very vibrant, with lots of people milling about in the square of an evening. All the food was exceptional and the staff were friendly and happy to answer any questions we had.

We were here for lunch with friends from Arezzo, homemade pasta with freshly picked porcini mushrooms, a great dish, great view right in the center. A beautifully furnished restaurant with Tuscan specialties on the menu. The patron and his team were very accommodating and extremely friendly. A must in Arezzo. Thanks to all.

Great food and excellent service! The restaurant is beautifully located in a lovely piazza. The desserts could use some improvement, but overall it was a wonderful lunch experience.

We had the pleasure that our server was ANDREA he gave my father and I an unforgettable evening, both our first time trying the zafran risotto . Which we will remember for the rest of our lives. The food is spectacular. Will recommend to everyone I know. And will make sure to return specifically to this restaurant in the future. Warm regards to Andrea from father &, daughter from Colombia.

Great food and fantastic service. The tiramisu is incredible! Well worth the visit to this restaurant alone!! Yes, just go for the tiramisu and you won’t be disappointed. The cacio e pepe pasta I had was also very good. As was everything else we ate.

I chose this as it was away from piazza grande and a chance of getting quality tuscan food for a reasonable price. It proved to be a popular restaurant and booking ahead is advisable. I had a generous selection of cheeses, duck and rabbit, pannacotta, coffee and a half bottle of Chianti for 45 euros.

As a Greek, it’s quite difficult to satisfy me when it comes to food. But these guys nailed it! Everything was tasty, and the osso buco was out of this world. I can’t recommend it enough. The service was top-notch—so friendly. Thank you!

Great home cooked traditional food. Old recepies, friendly service, reasonable prices. Higly reccomend 😍

Ordered tagliatelle and got tagliata instead. The waiter apologized and offered to fix it, but after waiting more than 45 minutes for our food, sending it back wasn't an option. We just wanted to eat and go on with our day. We the tagliata was with porcini mushrooms, but the mushrooms weren't cleaned properly and were had sand and taste of dirt. Again, with the incredibly long wait times, we just couldn't risk sending it back to the kitchen. To top it all off, when the check came, we were charged for the more expensive tagliata instead of the tagliatelle we ordered. It's really disappointing that a restaurant's mistake would be put on the customer, especially after such a long wait and poorly prepared food. Unfortunately, due to failures on so many levels, I have to give one star.

Friendly staff, great wine, food and dessert. One of the best places to eat in town. It was pretty busy even outside of tourist season since many locals eat there, so it may be smart to book in advance

Del Chiodo is the only restaurant where I have been willing to wait in line, late in the evening, to enjoy the exquisite food, excellent service, and cheerful clients!

Perfect spot for an early dinner! A pizza, a fresh salad, and a bottle of still water hit the spot. Everything was surprisingly delicious—big thumbs up! The Bresaola salad was a first for me, and wow… so tasty, light, and easy to enjoy.

The food is amazing. The Lasagna Al Ragu and Cappelli D'Alpino are perfection. The Pizza Margherita gourmet and the kids will love it. You will love the pizza, too. This place would be full if people knew. This is what we're looking for in food in Italy.

This place has the best pizza that I tasted in Tuscany. We also had lasagna, some pasta and fresh pressed juice with pulp and all the food and drinks were great. Also the view on the square is great and they are very pet friendly.

Pet friendly. Lovely food and great atmosphere in an excellent location. Highly recommended

We've chosen the Restaurant cause of its nice location directly at the squaire. We had a nice and strong camapri sprizz as well as an OUTSTANDING! Pizza. The best !! while our whole trip. Light and crunchy! The Service were friendly and attentive. We would come back !

Enjoyed the whole dining experience, service was vet good, food and beverages excellent and fantastic location.

Amazingly tasty, top notch service and a very good atmosphere!

Excellent food and drink. Fantastic pizza. Great atmosphere.

We had it for takeaway. The pizza was tasty and fresh. Very well done. Crispy underneath and soft and chewy on top.

Excellent slice of pizza and excellent glass of wine. A quiet spot with friendly staff. Recommended.

OMG…. The best pizza I have ever had. The small place makes the best handmade freshest pizza… it’s not greasy, and the taste is out of this world. Will definitely return

Very warm owner, I like the family! Especially their father! Delicious Pizza in town! Our family like it so much, come on weekday and they will serve meat and salad too!

Amazing! We had the best night

Coay place to meet and eat quality food

Serves me right to come here on its closed day. Impresive on the outside, built to keep the people of Arezzo in line. They were taken over by Florence. Before that culture and trade blossomed here.

Old Castle with nice view into countryside. Art exhibition availabe.

Interesting fort at the top of town in Arezzo with good views and some information plaques, check whether it's open as it seems to be closed at times for preparation for major events like Christmas.

Interesting visit, though half of the fortress is not accessible. Very quiet (I was completely alone). Ticket office didn't accept student card from cultural university (based on age, though this is specified as a seperate category) - got quite a rude response...

A calm and beautiful place especially at almost closing time. They close at 7 (iRL 640pm) and almost no one here. You pay eight euro and walk into the fort. You climb up the stairs and see circumferential 360° views of the Tuscan countryside. They even have concerts here.

Arezzo is a small town and most of the main visitor sites can be seen in a few days. The highlight for me was the Fortezza Medicea. We visited on the Sunday of the first weekend in July to escape the ' antiques fair' held that expensive weekend (of which the vast majority of stalls sold mostly 'tot' ). We mostly had the site to ourselves. The mainer reason for visiting is the glorious views over the town and the hilly countryside. A slow walk around the walls is relaxing and the site is not too expensive to enter. You can walk through the inside of some of the walls to cool down afterwards. The Fortezza is accessed through Parco Il Prato a largish park that was being set up for their summer festival. It was a good (if slightly expensive cafe) to sit and enjoy a cappuccino and after the visit.

Complete rip-off, total waste of money. Charged 8 Euro per person to walk on the walls for 10 minutes. All the paths inside are closed and there's virtually nothing to see or explore. Tiny bronze statue gallery included.

A very well kept park in Arezzo. You may relax for a nice beer in good weather.

A nice place with shadow

Great monument even if you can not read Italian.

Quite nice park and monument!

Interesting monument in a nice park with some great views over the surrounding hills.

✅✅✅✅✅ Very entertaining lovely place ithe best what Italy has to offer

(Translated by Google) Inside the Prato promenade in Arezzo Park is the national monument to Francesco Petrarca, built entirely of white marble, the largest ever dedicated to the Arezzo poet. It was inaugurated in 1928 in the presence of King Vittorio Emanuele III. (Original) All'interno del passeggio del Prato nel Parco di Arezzo è presente il monumento nazionale a Francesco Petrarca, completamente costruita in marmo bianco, è la più grande mai dedicata al poeta aretino. Fu inaugurata nel 1928 alla presenza del re Vittorio Emanuele III.

A beautiful church to visit. Very cool and quiet. A lovely place to light a candle for a loved one that has passed. Or to sit and rest and remember those before us. No entry fee. Candles are 1€.

It is a not famous but charming church where you can admire interesting art works dating back to the 16th century

(Translated by Google) Visiting the Church of the Santissima Annunziata in Arezzo is an experience that is striking for its intensity and beauty, where art and spirituality meet in an atmosphere of profound tranquility. The building was built starting in 1491 to commemorate the miracle of the Madonna delle Lacrime, a statue attributed to Michele da Firenze, who, according to legend, shed tears in front of a pilgrim in 1490. This event, so full of mystery and faith, still seems palpable within the walls of the church. Inside, the gaze is immediately captured by masterpieces that embellish every corner. The fresco with the Annunciation by Spinello Aretino, dating back to 1370, exudes a sweetness that transports the visitor back in time. The stained glass windows, created by Guillaume de Marcillat, add a magical touch, filtering the light in a play of reflections that envelops the sacred space in a unique aura. Each work seems to tell a story. The Adoration of the Shepherds by Niccolò Soggi and the Virgin Appearing to Saint Francis by Pietro da Cortona stand out, masterpieces that convey a sense of intimate devotion. And finally, one cannot help but be struck by Giorgio Vasari's youthful Deposition, which gives a final touch of grandeur to this enchanting place. In short, the Santissima Annunziata is more than just a church: it is an emotional journey through centuries of art and faith, where every detail invites deep reflection. (Original) Visitare la Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata di Arezzo è un’esperienza che colpisce per intensità e bellezza, dove arte e spiritualità si incontrano in un’atmosfera di profonda quiete. L'edificio fu costruito a partire dal 1491 per commemorare il miracolo della Madonna delle Lacrime, una statua attribuita a Michele da Firenze, che, secondo la leggenda, avrebbe versato lacrime davanti a un pellegrino nel 1490. Questo evento, così carico di mistero e fede, sembra ancora palpabile tra le pareti della chiesa. All'interno, lo sguardo viene subito catturato da capolavori che impreziosiscono ogni angolo. L’affresco con l'Annunciazione di Spinello Aretino, risalente al 1370, emana una dolcezza che trasporta il visitatore indietro nel tempo. Le vetrate colorate, create da Guillaume de Marcillat, aggiungono un tocco magico, facendo filtrare la luce in un gioco di riflessi che avvolge lo spazio sacro in un'aura unica. Ogni opera sembra raccontare una storia. Spiccano l’Adorazione dei Pastori di Niccolò Soggi e la Vergine che appare a San Francesco di Pietro da Cortona, capolavori che trasmettono un senso di intima devozione. E infine, non si può non restare colpiti dalla Deposizione giovanile di Giorgio Vasari, che conferisce un ultimo tocco di grandezza a questo luogo incantevole. In poche parole, la Santissima Annunziata è più di una semplice chiesa: è un viaggio emozionante attraverso secoli di arte e fede, dove ogni dettaglio invita a una riflessione profonda.

(Translated by Google) In the early afternoon the lights are barely pronounced and the church of the Santissima Annunziata is opened to the faithful or visitors. It is the right moment to gather in total solitude in prayer or to visit the works of art scattered in the two side naves and in the presbytery. There is no one there yet and the traveler has the opportunity to stop at two of the greatest masterpieces of this Renaissance church: the deposition by Vasari and the ecstasy of Saint Francis by Berrettini. In the deposition, Vasari summarizes his pictorial creed on canvas, made up of color and figurative form that must attract the beholder and strike him in the soul. The absence of movement and a certain static quality of the composition constitute the limit of Vasari's work which is however overcome in the landscape that can be glimpsed on the horizon, perhaps intended to represent an Arezzo sunrise. The work of Berrettini da Cortona constitutes the maximum synthesis of baroque stylistic perfection with the presence of light that illuminates the Madonna with child seated in a bundle of clouds and Saint Francis who in an ecstatic position on a dark earthly level welcomes them mystically. The nativity by Saggi together with the terracottas by Agnolo di Polo depicting the Virgin with child and saints, the annunciation by Rossellino, a fourteenth-century crucifix from the Sienese school and other works of high artistic value, constitute moments of indispensable aesthetic suspension. (Original) Le luci nel primo pomeriggio sono appena pronunciate e la chiesa della Santissima Annunziata viene aperta ai fedeli o ai visitatori. È il giusto momento per raccogliersi in totale solitudine nella preghiera o per visitarne le opere d'arte disseminate nelle due navate laterali e nel presbiterio. Non v'è nessuno ancora ed il viandante ha la possibilità di sostare a due massimi capolavori di questa chiesa rinascimentale: la deposizione del Vasari e l'estasi di San Francesco del Berrettini. Nella deposizione il Vasari riassume in tela il suo credo pittorico, fatto di colore e di forma figurativa che deve attrarre colui che guarda e colpirlo nell'anima. L'assenza di movimento e una certa qual staticità della composizione costituiscono il limite del kavoro vasariano che si supera però nel oaesaggio che s'intravede nelj'orizzonte a voler rappresentare forse un'alba aretina. Il lavoro del Berrettini da Cortona costituisce la sintesi massima della perfezione stilistica barocca con la presenza della luce che illumina la Madonna con bambino assisa in un fascio di nuvole e San Francesco che in posizione estatica in un oscuro livello terreno li accoglie misticamente. La natività del Saggi unitamente alle terracotte di Agnolo di Polo raffiguranti la Vergine con bambino e Santi, all'annunciazione del Rossellino, ad un crocifisso trecentesco di scuola senese ed altre opere di elevato valore artistico, costituiscono momenti di sospensione estetica irrinunciabili.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful facade of this church entirely in interlocking and cantilevered stone. Austere and solemn interior. (Original) Bellissima facciata di questa chiesa tutta in pietra a incastro e a sbalzo Interno austero e solenne

(Translated by Google) Artistically very interesting church. With works by Vasari inside, no you don't have to be religious and practicing to appreciate such a beautiful church (Original) Chiesa artisticamente molto interessante. Con opere del Vasari al suo interno, no non è necessario essere religiosi e praticanti per apprezzare una chiesa così bella

(Translated by Google) A beautiful church with beautiful paintings. Interesting altar. The facade has been dismantled. (Original) Una bella chiesa con dei bellissimi dipinti. Interessante l'altare. La facciata è stata smontata.

Decent 19th century theatre where scenes of Begnini's "la vita e bella" were staged. Unfortunately, it was closed so we couldn't have fully enjoyed it and no opening hours or next venue were displayed ... disappointing

18th century theatre. Very beautiful.

(Translated by Google) The idea of ​​building a new theater in Arezzo dates back to 1828, when a group of local notables, eager to bring opera to the city, promoted the construction of a theater to replace the old Teatro della Fenice. The Florentine architect Vittorio Bellini was chosen for the project, and the suitable area was identified among state lands belonging to the Badia. The works began on 5 February 1830 and, after just 235 days, the roofing was completed. The theater opened on 21 April 1833 with Donizetti's opera Anna Bolena. Subsequently, accessory structures were added, such as the ballroom in 1835 and a new entrance building in 1892. The most recent restoration concluded in 2015. The theater has a horseshoe layout with 4 tiers of boxes and can accommodate 518 spectators. (Original) L'idea di costruire un nuovo teatro ad Arezzo risale al 1828, quando un gruppo di notabili locali, desiderosi di portare l'opera lirica in città, promosse la costruzione di un teatro che sostituisse il vecchio teatro della Fenice. Fu scelto l'architetto fiorentino Vittorio Bellini per il progetto, e l'area adatta fu individuata tra terreni demaniali appartenenti alla Badia. I lavori iniziarono il 5 febbraio 1830 e, dopo soli 235 giorni, venne completata la copertura. Il teatro aprì il 21 aprile 1833 con l'opera Anna Bolena di Donizetti. Successivamente, vennero aggiunte strutture accessorie, come la sala da ballo nel 1835 e una nuova palazzina d'ingresso nel 1892. Il restauro più recente si è concluso nel 2015. Il teatro ha un impianto a ferro di cavallo con 4 ordini di palchi e può ospitare 518 spettatori.

(Translated by Google) Nice theater where I attended the Musical Aladin. Good acoustics. (Original) Bel teatro dove ho assistito al Musical Aladin. Buona l'acustica.

(Translated by Google) The structure is falling apart and is very dirty. The staff are extremely rude. I was here on 11/6/2022 and was assaulted by a staff member. In general, the area is full of people who use drugs. I strongly advise against going there. (Original) La struttura cada pezzi ed è sporchissima. Il personale è estremamente maleducato. Sono stato qui il 6/11/2022 e sono stato aggredito da un membro dello staff. In generale la zona è piena di persone che fanno uso di sostanze stupefacenti. Sconsiglio vivamente di andarci.

(Translated by Google) It is one of the most beautiful theaters in Italy! Its structure is called "Italian style", as it is composed of an audience and various tiers of boxes, like the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, to be clear, and this is an entirely Italian invention, hence the name of this type of theater. (Original) È uno dei teatri più belli d'Italia! La sua struttura è denominata "all'italiana", in quanto è composto da una platea e da vari ordini di palchi, come il Teatro alla Scala di Milano, per intendersi, e questa è un'invenzione tutta italiana, da cui il nome di questo tipo di teatro.

(Translated by Google) I went to see a recital at my friend's daughter's dance school... beautiful, medium sized but very welcoming, theater a little dated but very well kept. Very clean toilets, tickets previously purchased and everyone had their own place without confusion. Nice evening. (Original) Sono andata a vedere un saggio della scuola di danza della figlia della mia amica....bellissimo,di media grandezza ma molto accogliente, teatro un po' datato ma tenuto benissimo.Servizi igienici pulitissimi biglietti precedentemente acquistati e ognuno il suo posto senza confusione.Bella serata.

We had an amazing experience with Marius at Villa La Ripa, he showed us so many interesting and tasty wines. He explained everything so well and all of the notes and flavours. He is a great host and made us feel very at home and welcome- thank you!! We feel we have had a very personalised experience! I really enjoyed the wine pairing with the cheeses - it made the experience even better and more tasty! Would recommend to my friends if they are in Italy!

A picture-perfect Tuscan vineyard. Knowledgeable hosts and delicious wine. Incredible hospitality. They went above and beyond to make us comfortable. Tours and quick tastings available. Follow the signs on the street to the tasting area. A splendid entrance lined with cypress trees along a gravel road to a villa constructed in 1558! Olive oil and other vineyard goods available.

We had a wonderful wine tasting and a cellar tour at Villa la Ripa. The wines are incredibly delicious and pairing with different types of cold cuts is amazing. The olive oil is to die for. The staff is professional and so kind.

A great vineyard and winery. The host is knowledgeable, expressive, and will to explain. The wine is fantastic, I like Psyco enough to have ordered a case for delivery. Wine, history and a fun exploration of both.

Amazing winery tour with Marius! He was amazing! Thank you so much! We appreciate your energy! Your wine is spectacular!

Visiting this winery was truly an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere was serene and idyllic, with a beautifully set table overlooking the vineyards — the perfect setting for a very special moment in our lives. A heartfelt thank you to Virginia and Valentina, who helped me plan and gave me inspiration for how and where to make the occasion truly meaningful. And a very special thanks to Marius, the perfect host, who went above and beyond in every detail – even adding a personal touch with a chandelier from his grandmother’s home. His care and thoughtfulness made the experience extraordinary. The wines were simply outstanding. We enjoyed a wonderful selection: elegant reds, a fresh white, and a sparkling rosé. Each wine was exceptional, and perfectly paired with the meal. One highlight was Psycho — a beautiful red blend and a heartfelt tribute by the owner to his patients. Truly one of the most memorable glasses of wine I’ve ever had. This winery is not only about excellent wines, but also about people who pour genuine passion and hospitality into everything they do. I can only give my highest recommendation.

What a wonderful experience! Mario was an excellent host. He taught us about the wine making experience, the history of the land, the villa, and the current owner. The wines were delicious, with Mario’s expert advice on which cheeses and meats to enjoy with each wine. We had a truly wonderful afternoon at Villa La Ripa!

High quality food, very nice service

small bistro but with a lot of substance, a wide choice of quality beers and wines, and their menu is simply wow, pizza, focaccia gourmet.

Michael from Newcastle says THE BEST CHEESE AND TOMATO pizza ever. Cheese and sauce 9.8 out of 10

Absolute great food and good drinks. You have to stop by when in Arrezzo!

Soo good that we had to buy 2 extra pizzas on Michael Hutchinson’s recommendation

Amazing salad and focaccia, friendly service, fair prices.

Excellent pizza

“From Butcher Shop Straight to the Table – Unfortunately Without the Detour Through the grill” We chose this restaurant with great anticipation, after all, a butcher shop with a restaurant sounds like pure carnivore heaven! Unfortunately, the visit turned out to be more of a case study in how to scare off diners. The welcome? Well… if a distant, emotionless nod counts as “warm,” then yes, we instantly felt like old friends. The waiter gave off the vibe of someone who had a thousand places he’d rather be, and made sure we could feel that existential crisis in every interaction. Stressed, checked out, and about as interested in us as a cat is in salad. When ordering, the first surprise: the question of how we’d like our steak cooked was never asked. When I politely inquired if I could have it medium, the answer was: “We always do it our way.” Wow! Finally, a restaurant that relieves me of the heavy burden of having my own opinion. The result: a steak that was supposedly medium rare, but in my eyes was closer to still mooing. Presentation? Also a highlight. The prized Bistecca wasn’t placed in the middle of the table, but rather plonked down at the very edge, as if the waiter himself was embarrassed to serve it. Later, when he asked how it was and we explained it was far too raw for us, his reaction was a disinterested “ah”, delivered with the same enthusiasm as someone listening to a weather report. And then? He simply walked away. No concern, no offer, no nothing. Conclusion: If you’ve ever wanted to feel like an unwelcome guest at your own dinner, this is the place. Steak: top. Service: flop. Or to put it differently: in this butcher shop, it’s not just the meat that gets slaughtered.

this are passionate meat nerds! and they cherish their 2000+ yr old local cow breed Chiannina - from working and sacrifice animal under the Etruscans to best in class T-Bone steak - yes, order the Fiorentina. and don’t dare tell them how to cook it - they know 😉! the outstanding quality cuts, the excellent woodfire preparation and the quirky italo rebel atmosphere make this place a must visit in Arezzo only tiny request - please add some top tier natural wines, like Foradori and Occhipinti. tx

We came here very excited to try the famed fiorentina. Unfortunately, man in the picture is extremely anti-American. He told me the steak would cost 500 euros. We attempted to clarify several times, even using Google Translate, because it said 50 euro/kg on the menu and we were not asking for a 10kg steak. He insisted that the fillet was the right amount of meat for my table. In total, we ordered a bottle of wine, the Tuscan sampler antipasto, the duck ragu, and the fillet. The wine and the sampler came right away, but 90 minutes later literally every table around us was eating fiorentina (some tables had 2 or 3 of them) and we still didn’t have even the pasta. We ended up closing our tab early and leaving. This place has a great reputation and it looked like you would get wonderful service if you are anything other than American.

I asked for a Fiorentina, they proposed to me a steak from USA !!!! No comment!!! 1.8 kg of steak and once arrived at the table it seems as 500 gr. The cost was 50 euro / kg! No cooked properly! Totally unhappy

When we walked up to the empty restaurant and asked the waitress if they had a table for 4, she said "I'll go ask" but then wandered off to set tables and polish wine glasses without asking anyone anything. This kind of set the tone for the evening. Eventually an older man saw us just standing there and gave us a table. The food (schlepped to the outside area from the actual restaurant by a man with a giant very heavy looking tray) was very average. My daughter had tortelli with truffles and they were just tortelli with a bunch of cream dumped on top and some truffle shavings. I had baby back ribs that were extremely salty and too dry. My husband's hamburger was ok but the bun was slightly stale. Service was purfunctory, prices relatively high and music kind of irritating.

My wife and I enjoyed the sliced steak with arugala and shavings of grana. The meat was served perfectly rare as our second course after we shared a dish of ravioli. The meal was so good we returned on another occasion for their chianina burgers! Will definitely be recommending Porcavacca to our friends and anyone visiting Arezzo.

meat was good, I had a limousine bone steak 1,3 kg. Pasta was great so I would suggest a first dish and a fillet or something similar.