Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Cortona, Tuscany

July 27, 2021 Jasper Kershner

Perhaps best known these days as the setting for the book and movie “Under the Tuscan Sun,” gorgeous hillside Cortona has a long history dating back even before its time as an important Etruscan center. Top attractions include the Duomo (Cathedral), the small Museo Diocesano across the piazza with its superb art collection, and the fascinating Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca with its assembly of Etruscan and Roman era items. Cortona is also bursting with splendid churches spanning many periods.
Restaurants in Cortona

1. Eremo Le Celle

Localita Cappuccini 1, 52044, Cortona Italy +39 0575 603362 [email protected] http://www.lecelle.it
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5.0 based on 1,203 reviews

Eremo Le Celle

Reviewed By Borzov - Rijeka, Croatia

Hermitage of Le Celle, founded in the 13th century by Saint Francis and extended by his successor, Brother Elias, is a humble and simple monastery, built in a true spirit of the Franciscan order. The name “Celle” came from the small hermit houses built in the wholes of the mountain. It is a beautiful, calm and peaceful place, historical monument and a pleasant sight.

2. Agriturismo Il Frantoio

Loc. San Martino a Bocena, 52044, Cortona Italy +39 335 777 1771 [email protected] http://www.ilfrantoiocortona.com/index.php
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Agriturismo Il Frantoio

Il Frantoio 1484 Riding Center offers excursions in the countryside surrounding Cortona to riders with some experience as well as lessons for all levels in one of our two rings. Our instructors are experienced and FISE certified and we have close to 30 school horses. We speak English, French and Italian. Rooms in our agriturismo are also available for guests interested in horseriding holidays. For 2015 we will be offering "Ride, Wine and Dine" rides to nearby wineries for tastings and meals. We will also offer horse-drawn carriage rides.

3. Fattoria Bistecca

Localita Fratticciola, 20 C.s. ronzano fratticciola n 20, 52044, Cortona Italy +39 339 429 7524 [email protected] http://www.fattoriabistecca.com
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Fattoria Bistecca

Cheese making class "the art of pecorino" and traditional cooking class with the recepies from my great grad-ma

4. Santa Maria del Calcinaio

Strada Provinciale Umbro Cortonese, Cortona Italy +39 349 121 5401 http://www.calcinaio.org/
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4.5 based on 96 reviews

Santa Maria del Calcinaio

Built in 1485 by engineer and architect Francesco di Giorgio (1439-1501,) this church is a fine example of Renaissance architecture with its octagonal-domed shape.

5. Piazza Garibaldi

Cortona Italy http://www.omniaguide.it
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4.5 based on 215 reviews

Piazza Garibaldi

One of the main squares in Cortona that features a scenic overlook.

6. Belvedere di Cortona

Cortona Italy
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4.5 based on 151 reviews

Belvedere di Cortona

Ancient burial ground filled with mysterious caverns and grottoes.

Reviewed By Kroulak - Brno, Czech Republic

The best view in Cortona by my opinion,amazing Tuscany view with lake and old houses. A few benches for short rest are available.

7. Cimitero della Misericordia

Localita Cortona, 52044, Cortona Italy
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Cimitero della Misericordia

8. Bramasole

Private Home - street view only, 52044, Cortona Italy
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4.5 based on 153 reviews

Bramasole

200-year old farmhouse lovingly restored by travel author Frances Mayes.

Reviewed By Scrabblejan - Auburn, United States

I found Cortona through Frances Mayes' Under the Tuscan Sun, so of course we had to visit Bramasole. It's a beautiful & easy walk just outside of Cortona.

9. Abbazia Farneta

Cortona Italy +39 349 494 9604
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Abbazia Farneta

10. Basilica di Santa Margherita

Piazzale Santa Margherita 1, 52044, Cortona Italy +39 0575 605064 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 576 reviews

Basilica di Santa Margherita

Reviewed By Kroulak - Brno, Czech Republic

We walked up with children from parking thrue the city-take it aprox 1.5 hrs and its really nice tour. Basilic is very quite and relaxed place????

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