Sightseeing in Arezzo - what to see. Complete travel guide

1. Local people are not very skilled in foreign languages, so it is better to buy a phrasebook before your holiday in Arezzo.
2. Line voltage is 220V. Therefore, it’s important to check your electrical appliances that you plan to take and get a European plug in case of a need.
3. As a rule, all religious landmarks are open for visitors starting from early in the morning. Closer to the noon, the majority of churches and cathedrals close and resume their work in 2 – 3 hours.
4. It is not recommended to plan an excursion to churches and cathedrals on religious holidays and during ceremonies.
5. Cigarettes are sold in specialized kiosks only. It is prohibited to smoke in public places, railways stations, and bus stops. Tourists should also pay attention to signs that prohibit smoking in certain places. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. If you plan to rent a car, don’t forget about the speed limit on the streets of the city. During the daytime, some streets can be closed for vehicles.
7. The city has quite an unusual law concerning cash turnover. It is prohibited to transfer cash in amounts exceeding 12,000 euro. It is considered a crime and can cause punishment. All transactions involving large amounts of money must be made through the bank.
Many popular hotels of Arezzo are set in restored historic buildings, thus former has managed to preserve unique atmosphere of the past centuries. Luxurious Hotel Continentale is in a couple … Open
8. Despite the fact that the majority of cafes and restaurants include the service fee in the bill, it is recommended to leave a small tip for the waiter. The tip of 10% - 15% of the total is enough.
9. Prior to booking a hotel room, check the services offered. In some hotels, the breakfast is not included in the room price.
10. The cheapest way to make calls to other countries is to use special orange cabins that are present in every district of the city. They offer the most favorable fee and comfortable service. To make a call, you will need to purchase «scheda telefonica» card, the value of which can range from 5 to 20 euro.
11. Arezzo has a well-developed system of public transport. It is possible to buy tickets in tobacco and newspaper kiosks, and in some bars. Bus drivers do not sell tickets.
12. Shops and shopping centers work from Monday till Saturday. Some shopping complexes can have shorter operating hours on Saturday.  
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What to visit being in Arezzo - unique sights

Siena

From the series “Monochromatic Cities - Stunning Views”
The Cathedral was built in the 13th century but even now it adores people not only with its magnificent external view but also with the inner black and white marble decoration. More than that, there was saved an old library. Thanks to that, every visitor can see a Bibliotheca of the unique handwrites and rather rare books. Fort Santa Barbara is one the most popular relaxation places of tourists. This huge strengthening structures were built in the middle of the 16th century and saved the city from the enemies. Today on the territory of the fort has placed an unusual theatre. In warm seasons there are holding outstanding open-air plays. … Read further

Old Town of Pienza

From the series “16 Most Fascinating Objects of Unesco in Italy”
The town isn’t only famous for the historical buildings but also there has placed a unique natural and cultural landscape Val d’Orcia. The main speciality of this area is the wonderful hills of right bell-mound. In summer they are covered with high green grass and wildflowers. Nice hills attract a lot of artists for hundreds of years. The best way to explore the city is on foot. Walking will open you a lot of secrets that are covered by the car travellers. During the walk around the square, you will see that the old buildings look different from various sides. … Read further

Basilica di Santa Croce

From the series “The Most Elegant Buildings of Baroque Architecture”
During the excursions around the Basilica di Santa Croce you can see shrines of famous 19th-century Italian poet Ugo Foscolo, the composer Gioachino Rossini, philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli and other notable people of culture and art. All in all, the church has 300 shrines and each is decorated with an informational nameplate and sculptural composition. In 1966 the Basilica was drastically destroyed from the flooding and some old artefacts were damaged. The most mysterious artefact of the church is the Taddeo Gaddi fresco’s “The Last Supper”. It was made in 1333 and is decorating one of the frater’s wall. This fresco is coved by a number of legends and unbelievable fictions. … Read further

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