Top 10 Free Things to do in Piedmont, Italy

July 1, 2021 Joeann Galban

Piedmont (/ˈpiːdmɒnt/ PEED-mont; Italian: Piemonte, pronounced [pjeˈmonte]; Piedmontese, Occitan and Arpitan: Piemont; French: Piémont) is a region in northwest Italy, one of the 20 regions of the country. It borders the Liguria region to the south, the Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna regions to the east and the Aosta Valley region to the northwest; it also borders France to the west and Switzerland to the northeast. It has an area of 25,402 square kilometres (9,808 sq mi) and a population of 4,396,293 as of 31 July 2016. The capital of Piedmont is Turin.
Restaurants in Piedmont

1. Gran Paradiso National Park

Italy +39 011 860 6211 http://www.pngp.it
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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Gran Paradiso National Park

2. Langhe landscapes UNESCO

Via Vernazza 6, 12051, Alba Italy http://www.paesaggivitivinicoli.it
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5.0 based on 292 reviews

Langhe landscapes UNESCO

Reviewed By 840gabrielh - Bellaire, United States

Rolling hills, soft breezes, intense sun around harvest time, the entire Langhe is a treasure. Its curving roads deliver one scenery after another, with medieval castles, classic churches, cozy restaurants and lively wine bars. No wonder UNESCO listed the entire region as a patrimony of mankind. The region needs to be explored slowly: drive leisurely or ride a bike, or, if that is your style, hike. There are hundreds of hostels and B&Bs, hotels ranging from the inexpensive to the luxurious, and a similarly broad range of dining options. But you visit because of the wines. Arneis, Favorita, Cortese and the enormous flexibility of Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and Moscato offer you an endless selection of wines for all tastes.

3. Basilica of Superga

Strada della Basilica di Superga 73 Italy +39 011 899 7456 [email protected] http://www.basilicadisuperga.com/
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4.5 based on 4,456 reviews

Basilica of Superga

Reviewed By kensA8864VK - Columbia, United States

A fun trip. Bus 61 or 68 or tram 15 (1.50 euro) to Saasi-Superga. Finucular (9 euro round trip) to the top, short walk to Basilica. Stunning views of Torino. From here there are walking paths that seem to go many km. The funicular returns once per hour on the half-hour. I did not go in the Basilica, but doing so might extend your stay at Basilica to 2 hours, which in my opinion is too long. Behind the Basilica is a small monument to the AC Torino soccer team that perished in a plane crash. There is a nice wooded path to walk to/from the funicular station to Basilica (15 minutes). The bar at the station has drinks, ice cream, and snacks. Altogether, a good 2-3 hour trip.

4. Lake Orta

Orta San Giulio Italy +39 338 335 5998 http://www.guidaortasangiulio.it
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4.5 based on 2,437 reviews

Lake Orta

Reviewed By PeterS157 - Warsaw, Poland

Calm, charming and beautiful place. Even before spring we spent there warm Sunday afternoon. Highly recommended.

5. Antiche Cantine Marchesi Di Barolo

Via Roma 1, 12060 Barolo Italy +39 0173 564419 [email protected] http://www.marchesibarolo.com
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4.5 based on 477 reviews

Antiche Cantine Marchesi Di Barolo

Reviewed By InekeGroen

In juli 2020 we visited the winery of Marchesi di Barolo. The winery is very nice located and decorated. We had a guided tour during which we learned about the history and the way the wines are stored. It was very facinating to see the big wine barrels in which the wines are stored untill they are ready to be bottled. The tour ended in the shop where all their wines can be bought. Unfortunately the wine tasting was limited due to COVID-19. We bought some wines which tasted fantastic. In short it was a very interesting visit which we can recommend to everyone visiting the Barolo area.

6. Cattedrale di Asti Santa Maria Assunta

Piazza Cattedrale, Asti Italy +39 0141 419908 http://www.astinternational.it/servizi/informazioni/informazioni_fase03.aspx
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4.5 based on 321 reviews

Cattedrale di Asti Santa Maria Assunta

7. Basilica di San Gaudenzio

Via Carlo Bescape' 11, 28100, Novara Italy +39 321 620632 [email protected] http://www.fablap.it/
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Basilica di San Gaudenzio

Reviewed By paullegate - St Ives, United Kingdom

The Basilica of San Gaudenzio is a magnificent structure in the centre of Novara with an impressive cupola. The basilica was built between 1577 and 1690 by Pellegrino Tibaldi and is dedicated to Gaudentius of Novara who was the first Christian bishop of the city. The cupola was completed in 1887 and was designed by Alessandro Antonelli who designed the Mole Antonelliana in Turin. It was equally as impressive inside and I stayed for a while because it was so captivating. When I visited in August 2020 there were strict Covid-19 measures in place with the pews being totally sealed off.

8. Rocca Borromea di Arona

Via Alla Rocca 22 Parco della Rocca Borromea, 28041, Arona Italy [email protected] http://www.parcoroccaarona.com
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4.5 based on 634 reviews

Rocca Borromea di Arona

Reviewed By paolovbossi - The Hague, The Netherlands

It is a unmissable spot when you visit Arona. It is one of my favourite place and the location is amazing. During the years the ruins of the castle have been restored and now they are the perfect background to this park. The view is simply amazing....no doubts that it is the best view of the Lake Maggiore

9. Agricola Gian Piero Marrone

Frazione Annunziata 13, 12064, La Morra Italy +39 0173 509288 [email protected] http://www.agricolamarrone.com
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4.5 based on 267 reviews

Agricola Gian Piero Marrone

In the heart of the Langa of Barolo, in Annunziata of La Morra, the Azienda Agricola Marrone produces fine wines with intense fragrances and elegant flavours. You are always welcome to come and visit our wine cellar and our beautiful tasting room; we can also take care of your days in our region thanks to Italian Delights, our incoming tour operator. A good chance to experience wines, food and to discover a wonderful land.

Reviewed By WhiskiedWanderlust - Chicago, United States

Absolutely stunning winery with friendly, informative guides and, most importantly, delicious wine! The four course wine pairing lunch was amazing and the winery was one of the most memorable parts of my entire trip to Italy.

10. La Bollente

Piazza della Bollente, 15011, Acqui Terme Italy +39 0144 770274 http://comune.acquiterme.al.it/turismo/noticia/monumenti-ed-itinerari-ad-acqui-terme
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La Bollente

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