What are the best things to do in Arezzo?
Top picks in Arezzo include Church of San Francesco, Church of Santa Maria della Pieve, Arezzo Cathedral, Church of San Domenico. See the full list and itinerary on this Arezzo travel guide.
Photo: Andrewrabbott · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Arezzo
Travel guide for Arezzo, Italy — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Arezzo is a stop in Italy, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Church of San Francesco, Church of Santa Maria della Pieve, Arezzo Cathedral instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 100–220 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Arezzo
1
Church of San Francesco
2
Church of Santa Maria della Pieve
3
Arezzo Cathedral
4
Church of San Domenico
5
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
Budget travel
Free things to do in Arezzo
Church of San Francesco
Church of Santa Maria della Pieve
Arezzo Cathedral
Church of San Domenico
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Arezzo itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Church of San Francesco
- Visit Church of Santa Maria della Pieve
- Visit Arezzo Cathedral
- Eat at La Taverna del Pittore
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Church of San Domenico
- Visit Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Eat at Il Saraceno
Budget
Arezzo trip cost
Budget
USD 45–75
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 100–220
per person / day
Luxury
USD 255–420+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Arezzo, Italy. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Arezzo
Estimated total (USD)
$2,880
≈ $1,440 per person · $411 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $160/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Arezzo mid-range ground costs (budget 45–75 · mid 100–220 · luxury 255–420+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
La Taverna del Pittore
Il Saraceno
Il Boccon del Re
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Etrusco Palace Hotel
Hotel & Apartment Villa Cassia Di Baccano
Relais Villa I Bossi B&B
Hotel Continentale
Il Paradisino
Nightlife
- Bacco in Toscana
- Miseria e Nobiltà
- Enoteca Charleston
- Terra di Piero
Museums & culture
- Church of San Francesco
- Church of Santa Maria della Pieve
- Arezzo Cathedral
- Church of San Domenico
- Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
In pictures
Arezzo gallery
Photos: Andrewrabbott, Serge Yatunin, Fod, Marek Ślusarczyk (Tupungato) Photo gallery, No machine-readable author provided. Twice25 assumed (based on copyright claims). — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Arezzo travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Arezzo?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Arezzo?
Plan at least 2 days in Arezzo for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Arezzo?
Popular stays in Arezzo include Etrusco Palace Hotel, Hotel & Apartment Villa Cassia Di Baccano, Relais Villa I Bossi B&B. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Arezzo cost?
On the ground in Arezzo (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 45–75 per person per day, mid-range about 100–220, and luxury about 255–420+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Arezzo, Italy. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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