Dive into the unique history, culture and cuisine of the Piedmont region in Cuneo. The city is perched on an outcrop overlooking the Stura and Gesso Rivers and framed by the rugged peaks of the Cottian Alps. Stroll around the historic centre filled with Neoclassical buildings, visit a museum housed in a centuries-old Franciscan convent and try the city’s famous rum-filled chocolate truffles.
Things to do in Cuneo
All roads lead to Piazza Galimberti, the town’s perfectly symmetrical main square. It was built in the 1800s and framed by handsome Neoclassical buildings fronted by stone porticos. Shops, cafes and trattorias open onto the covered arcades and create a lively atmosphere.
Learn about the people, places and events that have shaped the town over the centuries at Museo Civico di Cuneo. The museum is housed in a former Franciscan convent and showcases historic artefacts, photographs and archeological treasures.
Cuneo is a gastronome’s paradise and champions local flavours and produce from the Piedmont region. Sit down at rustic trattorias and enjoy specialties like “agnolotti del plin” ravioli slathered in hazelnut butter, “carne cruda” raw minced beef flavoured with truffle oil and “vitello tonnato” sliced veal drizzled with a creamy sauce. You’ll see cellophane-wrapped truffles filled with rum-infused chocolate ganache sold at cafes and chocolatiers across Cuneo.
Enjoy spectacular vistas over the Langhe Hills from the Castle of Grinzane Cavour. The hilltop stronghold is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and showcases the power and wealth of noble Piedmontese families. Stroll around the inner courtyard, admire the 11th-century tower and see ancient artefacts on display in the Langhe Museum.
Getting around Cuneo
Cuneo is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The city is in the Piedmont region, 1.5 hours from Turin by car or train. Bikes are a popular way to get from A to B in Cuneo. Torino Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.