Arezzo is a charming old town in Tuscany. Known for its rich history, art, and beautiful landscapes. It's off the beaten path but if you want to experience authentic Tuscan culture without crowds take a trip. It's a day trip from Florence. The Piazzo Grande - is the heart of Arezzo and one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Italy. It features stunning architecture, including Renaissance-style palaces and a Romanesque church dating back to the 1400's. read more

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We visited Arezzo for a day trip. This Tuscan town is known for its medieval history, and the piazza definitely looks medieval with old buildings from the 12th to 18th century surrounding it. It stands out also for an unusual feature - the piazza is on a slope, designed so that the rain will not flood the piazza. This piazza is one of the most beautiful in Italy, and was featured in the movie "Life is Beautiful" by Roberto Benigni (which I highly, highly recommended, and it won an Oscar.) In fact, if you visit the museum on the piazza, you'll see from the paintings how little the piazza has changed. Pro tips - - avoid going on Tuesday as several major attractions, such as Casa Vasari, are closed. - During the weekend including the first Sunday of the month, there's a market in the square, read more