Alba Free Tour

This free tour of Alba is the best way to start exploring the historic centre of this Italian city. We'll take a travel back to the Middle Ages to discover all about the past of this land and see its main temples.

Description

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Piazza Garibaldi to start this free tour of Alba. Let's get to know all the secrets of the city of the hundred towers!

We'll begin our walk through the historic center of Alba by discovering some curious facts about this land, including that the emperor Pertinax was born here and that this town is the birthplace of a famous brand of hazelnut chocolate. Sometimes, you can smell the cocoa aroma as you stroll through the old town.

During the tour, we'll admire the exterior of the medieval towers of Alba and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, built between the 15th and 16th centuries. Not far from here, you'll see the church of La Magdalena, a true Baroque jewel.

We'll discuss the significance of wine and truffle culture in this Piedmontese town, including one of the most important truffle fairs in Italy held here annually.

We'll explore different squares, and after 1.5 hours of walking, we'll conclude our free tour of Alba by saying goodbye in Piazza Michele Ferrero.