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Guest Card Trentino

A world of opportunity and benefits for your Trentino vacation!

Trentino Guest Card is much more than a tourist pass: it is a new way to experience your holiday in Trentino . It is a pass that makes your holiday easier and richer, with many benefits for both adults and children. It allows you to enter for free or with a discounted rate in the main museums, castles and natural parks, to use free public transport, thus avoiding traffic and parking, to obtain discounts in affiliated facilities and to access exclusive services such as guided tours and tastings.

With the Trentino Guest Card on your smartphone, you can enjoy the following advantages throughout your entire holiday:

• Free use of public transport  in Trentino, including trains, only for journeys originating or ending in Trentino
• access to  more than 60 museums , 20 castles, and over 40 attractions;
• tastings  of local wine and food products and discounted prices when purchasing them;
• special reduced rates on over 60  activities  throughout Trentino;
• discount codes to reach Trentino with  Flixbus  and  MarinoBus

Guest Card Trentino is easy to use: show it at  museums’, castles’, natural parks’ and spa’s ticket offices   to obtain the free entrance. Moreover you can use the urban and extra-urban public transports of Trentino Trasporti and the local trains in a unlimited way and for the duration of your holiday.

We remind you that in Rovereto and in Vallagarina you can have a FREE entrance  to the following attractions:

• Castel Beseno ,  Besenello
• Castello di Avio
• Castello di Rovereto
• MART , Rovereto
• Casa d’arte Futurista Depero ,  Rovereto
• Museo Diocesano Tridentino ,  Villa Lagarina
• Fondazione Museo Civico ,  Rovereto
• Botanical Garden and Fossil Museum ,  Brentonico
• War History Museum ,  Rovereto
• Bell of Peace ,  Rovereto
• Fort Pozzacchio  –  Trambileno
• Albino Armani winemakers since 1607
• Azienda Agricola Albino Martinelli
• Azienda Agricola Balter
• Azienda agricola La Cadalora
• Azienda Vini Spagnolli
• Borgo dei Posseri Azienda Agricola
• Cantina d’Isera
• Cantina Mori Colli Zugna
• Viticoltori in Avio
• Castel Noarna
• Pedrotti Spumanti
• Agritur El Casel Malga Mortigola
• Bontadi Torrefazione Caffè

The card includes many other services throughout Trentino. Discover them by clicking on the map .

How do I get one?

It couldn’t be simpler. To get your Trentino Guest Card, just book a stay in one of our hotels or other accommodation facilities. In Trentino, the Card is always  included in your stay , at no extra cost. It will be sent straight to you via email or SMS before you arrive at your accommodation facility. The Trentino Guest Card is for all, and its advantages also include children and minors.

The advantages of the Trentino Guest Card extend to all members of a group staying in the same facility, including minors.

Mio Trentino App

Available for both Android and iOS , the App allows you to have the Card with you at all times and gives you useful information for your holiday. All you have to do is download it for free from the store and register, enter your card details, click on “YOUR GUEST CARD” and show it at the ticket offices of museums, castles and attractions. Find out how to activate the digital card and have all the services at your fingertips! Trentino Guest Card gives you unlimited access to the Trentino Trasporti urban (of Trento, Rovereto, Alto Garda and Pergine) extra-urban public transport network. You can also travel on regional trains – Brennero, Valsugana and Trento-Malè lines – on provincial routes. To travel on public transport you only have to validate the journey through the APP Mio Trentin o. In the Services˃ “Travel on buses and trains” section you will find the ticket to be validated each time you use it, by pointing at the QRcode or manually entering the code you find on board buses or at train stations. If you don’t have a smartphone, ask at the tourist offices or the establishment where you are staying for the Transport Card, to be validated on board buses or at train stations and always accompany your Guest Card.

Using public transport to get to Trentino?

After making a reservation at one of the participating facilities, ask for the Trentino Guest Card immediately and activate the “ First Day Mobility Pass ” straight from the App.

The pass includes discount codes for travelling to Trentino with FlixBus and MarinoBus, and once you are in Trentino, it allows you to use public transport free of charge to reach the area where you are staying (the pass is only valid on the day of your arrival and for journeys originating or ending in Trentino and must be displayed on the APP or smartphone on board). To continue enjoying free travel in Trentino for the entire duration of your holiday, all you have to do is use the Mio Trentino APP or ask for the Transport card at your lodgings or in a tourist information centre. This must be validated on board the bus or at the railway station.

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Azienda per il turismo rovereto e vallagarina.

Corso Rosmini, 21 38068 Rovereto (TN)

T: +39 0464 430363

[email protected] www.visitrovereto.it

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• Sustainability Trento
• Trentodoc, sparkling wines from the mountains
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• My Active Summer
• Bicipolitana
• Sport facilities
• Skiarea Monte Bondone
• Ice Rink Piné
• Winter Park Pradis-ci
• A family friendly mountain
• Experiences
• Tourist offices

Lots of benefits in one card

Trento, Monte Bondone and the Piné Plateau await you with many advantages and opportunities that will satisfy your every holiday wish. With the Trento Guest Card, you can discover and visit new places and live thrilling experiences for the entire stay! More than one hundred museums, castles, nature parks and attractions are waiting for you. You can freely use the local public transport, including regional trains starting and with destinations in Trentino!

Trento Guest Card

The Trento Guest Card is easy to use. Show your card at the ticket counters of museums, castles and other attractions to obtain one access to each service, and validate the integrated travel card- or the ticket on the Mio Trentino App - on public transportation or at railway stations.

Take your family on holiday with you and discover all the benefits included in the Trento Guest Card. With the family option, the services will be extended to the children and adults travelling with you. The Trento Guest Card is personal and cannot be transferred.

It includes:

• 1 entry to each attraction
• unlimited access to the public transportation network of Trentino Trasporti and to regional trains starting and with destinations in the Province of Trento, by using the integrated travel card or the Mio Trentino App
• tastings, guided tours at the producer’s stores and a 10% discount on one purchase
• discounts or reductions on other services and attractions

All year round

(Openings and operating hours of the individual services can be found at the detailed links)

• LOACKER SHOP : start your day with a tasty breakfast in the sweetest place in Trento! Each family member registered on the Trento Guest Card is entitled to the discount on two breakfast of your choice between Italian at a price of € 5 instead of € 6.70 and Waffle at a price of € 7.40 instead of €8.90 (to be used at the same time and cannot be combined with other offers). Additionally, a 15% discount on all items in the Loacker Shop (excluding goods already discounted; a card discount).
• AQUILA STORE : the shop dedicated to those who love basketball, football, and all sportswear, as well as the nerve centre for tickets and official Aquila Basket merchandising. Come to the shop and take advantage of the 20% discount reserved for the T rento Guest Card (discount applied to the second cheapest item, one discount per card). Only here can you buy a 15% discounted ticket to attend basketball games and cheer on your favourite players (discount valid on a full ticket purchase for all card members. Valid on Regular Season tickets).
• CINEMA : reduced admission to the cinema in Baselga di Piné (€ 5 instead of € 7)

In Winter

• WINTER PARK PRADIS-CI : 10% discount on the purchase of a 3-hour or daily lift ticket (full cost: 3 hours € 12, daily € 16)
• ICE RINK PINÉ : free admission, including skate hire, to the Miola di Piné ice stadium (adult ticket € 4 | children's ticket (up to 14 years) € 2.50 | skate hire € 2.50)
• PINÉ - TRENTO SHUTTLE BUS : free and reserved seat for Trento Guest Card holders only on the shuttle bus connecting the Piné Plateau to Trento. On Friday 8, Saturday 9, 16, 23, 30 December and 6 January 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. every 2 hours. Departure from Brusago, Piazze and Baselga di Piné and return journey from Trento. Reservation compulsory .
• SKIBUS : from 22 December, it will run between Sopramonte and Viote, allowing guests with a Trento Guest Card and residents of the city of Trento to conveniently reach the ski slopes of Monte Bondone.

The card is free of charge and can be requested at all affiliated accommodation facilities (hotels, residences, B&Bs, farmhouses, flats) where you stay in Trento, on Monte Bondone and the Piné Plateau.

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Why Visit Trentino: The Best Part of Italy You’ve Never Heard of

Last Updated: February 23, 2021

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Over the years, I’ve developed a mild obsession with all things Italy.

The idea of living a dolce vita is basically everything I stand for, which explains why over the years, I’ve tumbled around the country like a clump of human-shaped pizza dough, making my rounds through the main tourist spots like Rome , Florence , Milan, Cinque Terre , the Amalfi Coast and more recently, the Dolomites .

… but the best thing about Italy is perhaps that it’s the country that keeps on giving, as I discovered when I had the chance to visit Trentino last month. Italy is kind of magical like this.

Just when you think you’ve seen it all, you’re smacked with something new and outrageously spectacular.

Let me tell you: the tiny butterfly-shaped province of Trentino, flanked by the Dolomites on one end and Lake Garda on the other, may not be the most well-known province in Italy, but it packs a heavy punch (just like its deceptively delicious and drinkable wine).

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Why did I like it so much?

Well, to me, Trentino feels like a real slice of Italy, an Italy free of kitschy magnets and tourist menus, an Italy beloved and enjoyed by its locals just as much as the visitors who are lucky enough to stumble upon it.

After all, it’s here in Trentino that many Italians choose to spend their vacation days, so if that’s not a testament to its worth, then maybe I should slap you with a pizza for not paying attention 😉

Having spent four days exploring this province for myself, bouncing around Trento and Rovereto, here are some of the reasons why I think you should visit Trentino (and pillage it for carbs and views).

So, Why Visit Trentino?

It’s home to some of mother nature’s finest work.

One of the most immediate surprises when you visit Trentino is just how spectacularly packed it is with gorgeous natural sights.

Lakes, mountains, waterfalls, (can you count gorgeous people as “natural beauty”? I’m gonna do it anyway).

Long story short: Trentino is swimming in beauty, whether that’s nature orrrrr simply chiselled cheekbones. A few incredible spots include:

Lake Garda:  As Italy’s largest lake, the world-famous Lake Garda spreads its Mediterranean charm across three provinces, including Trentino. Perfect for those seeking a bit of physical activity, whether on the water (on pedalling around it).

Lago di Tovel : And while many of those who visit Trentino come for Lake Garda, there’s an abundance of other gorgeous lakes, including the oh-so-serene Lago di Tovel, tucked away in the Brenta Dolomites. Famed for its once bright-red colour, today the lake is one of the most sought-after photography locations in the province,

Orrido di Ponte Alto: Just 5 minutes away from Trento by car (we actually timed it) is the incredible Orrido di Ponte Alto, a red rock gorge that combines 40m high waterfalls with impossibly lush surroundings. The end of your guided tour here even brings you behind one of the waterfalls so you can feel its full force (and get totally soaked).

Views that (might) make you cry a little

There’s something to be said about a province consisting of cascading mountains and valleys… everywhere you turn in Trentino is an awe-striking viewpoint, even when not  meant  to be so.

Exhibit A: this was the view from a restaurant one night just outside of Rovereto:

Or hey, how about here, when a short ride up a cable car in Trento brought me to this:

Basically what I’m saying is, you’ll be spoiled for views until happily ever after. And that brings me to one of my other favourite things about Trentino…

Plenty of castles to feed your royal dream

Really, you can’t visit Trentino without prancing through a few castles.

As a Disney princess trapped in the wrong dimension (which is what I consider myself most days), it’s no surprise that I’ve developed an unending fascination with castles.

Of course, Trentino has many on offer, so much that they do specific tour routes that take you around the best of them.

On one of the days of my visit, I boarded il Trenino dei Castelli , a day long tour that allows you to visit four castles around Val di Non and Val di Sole, first through a scenic train ride then by bus for the rest of the day. It was a packed itinerary but the scenic castle views made it more than worth it.

From the historic ruins of Castello s. Michele to the imposing beauty of Castel Thun and 5-story Castel Caldes , I found my princess dreams fulfilled, even for a day.

My personal favourite was however Castel Valer, a beautiful 80-room castle surrounded by orchards (and still inhabited by a single-ready-to-mingle count).

Besides those though, one of the main showstoppers for me during my visit to Trentino was the Castello del Buonconsiglio in Trento, decked out with spectacular frescos and a balcony view to die for.

I mean……

Abundant chances to feel sophisticated and cultured 😉

You can’t visit Trentino without soaking in a little bit of culture.

After all, you need something to do between meals . There are plenty of museums and cool attractions to check out in Trentino, and the best part is, the cultural scene here might look a liiittle different to what you’d expect.

Trentino offers up a variety of unique showcases with a modern flair, from re-purposed car tunnels to coffee museums crammed with a historical overview of coffee machines.

Don’t miss the following when you next visit Trentino:

Piedicastello Galleries:  Found in Trento, these galleries are actually old car tunnels that have been converted into unique, 300m long exhibition spaces. When I visited, there was a fascinating display all about Italy’s involvement in World War I. NOTE: While exhibitions are in Italian, it’s free to enter, and you can inquire about booking an English guide in advance if you want!

MART Museum: Found in Rovereto, this museum houses modern and contemporary works in a sleek, futuristic building, a pleasantly modern surprise in a city oozing with small town appeal.

Bontadi CoBo Museum: Hidden in plain sight on a side street in Rovereto is one of the most impressive collections of coffee machines and paraphernalia in the country. Brought to you by Bontadi, the oldest coffee roaster in Italy still operating today, a stop here is a must for any coffee nerd.

Gut-busting cuisine

When in Italy, eating well (and its associated weight gain) is a given. What surprised me though about food in Trentino was just how delicious, unique and affordable it was.

Overall, I found the prices significantly lower than some of the more touristy hotspots in Italy, and the quality was often way better too.

Of course, you should know that not all Italian cuisine revolves around pizza and pasta.

I stuff myself with those Italian goodies on a daily basis, which is why I made an active effort to try some regional specialties during my stay. Suffice to say, They were life (and dress size) changing.

In my opinion, you can’t visit Trentino without trying some of these:

Canederli: bread dumplings so fluffy and plump, you’ll be eating them by the dozen. (Just kidding. Kind of)

Carne salada : salted, lean beef cut thinly to perfection. An excellent appetizer, and an even more excellent main course if you enjoy excessive mountains of meat.

Cheese:  Having tested a fair amount of Trentino cheese during my visit, I can vouch for its insane quality and addictiveness – even better when combined with hefty dollops of jam and cured meats. Mmmgh.

Strudel : With Trentino’s close proximity to Austria (and its historic past as part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire back in the day), it should come as no surprise that this province knows its way around a strudel (layered pastry stuffed with something delicious). While most of you are familiar with the apple variety, I got to try a savoury vegetable strudel (pictured below) one evening and was probably smiling for days after.

Outstanding hospitality

Last but not least, perhaps the most important characteristic of Trentino that sets it apart is the region’s genuine warmth and hospitality.

One of my major gripes with huge tourist cities like Rome or Florence is that locals are used to the attention… and for the most part, they’re jaded and hate it… (like the pretty girl at the bar who’s sick of getting hit on).

In Trentino however, you’re more met with warmth and curiosity than you are with dagger-like stares and the whole “get off my lawn” mentality.

Everyone I came across, from hotel staff to vineyard owners and restauranteurs were extremely welcoming and lovely. In particular, I stayed at the most charming bed and breakfast in Rovereto, B&B Vista Castello, where it felt like I had been adopted by an actual Italian family.

Like, I even got sent home with a batch of homemade cookies and focaccia. Now THAT is what I call hospitality.

So, let me know in the comments: would you ever want to visit Trentino? If the answer isn’t yes, you can find me in the corner crying while eating pizza 😉

How to visit Trentino: The Practical Scoop

How to get to Trentino: Trentino is easily accessible due to its central location in Europe. The closest airports are Verona, Bergamo, Milan, Venice, Bologna and Innsbruck. From there you can easily reach Trentino by train – there are stops in both Trento and Rovereto. I always use GoEuro – it’s a free site that lets you compare different ways to get from Point A to Point B in Europe!

Where to stay in Trentino: If it’s a city break you’re after, I’d recommend basing your self in either Trento or Rovereto (as I did). I stayed at Hotel America  in Trento and B&B Vista Castello in Rovereto, which was very homey and welcoming!

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12 thoughts on “Why Visit Trentino: The Best Part of Italy You’ve Never Heard of”

I swear, you’ve visited every nook and cranny of the world! What a beautiful place! 🙂 – Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog https://charmainenyw.com

These pictures drove Trentino WAY up my Italy bucket list! I can’t wait to see those mountains and valleys one day.

Yes, Trentino is definitely a great place to visit… and to live in 😉 I’m so lucky and proud of this territory. Thanks for your nice post about my region!

Great work , interesting post and fantastic photos , thanx for sharing this enjoyable article.

Those castles look so awesome for photography! But I guess I would go just for the food as well! Interesting post and I guess it’s impossible not to love Italy 🙂

Thanks for this detailed guide. Trentino is so charming! Love the warm tones in your photos.

Now you have me wanting to go to another region that I know I would love.

Trentino is stunning!!! It looks so quaint and charming – it’s definitely being added to my bucket list. Last year, I wanted to visit a less touristy part of Italy and travelled to Soriano nel Cimino. I think you’d really like it. It’s a medieval village that has maintained a lot of its charm with cobblestone streets and underground caves (which have been turned into delicious restaurants lol). Reminds me a little of Trentino, actually!

I love Italy – I have been through this area driving, but obviously need to explore more (Italy is the best like that) and I love how each area has its own personality

There is so much to see in Italy. My husband and I were just thinking of exploring Italy in 10 days, looks like we might need more time! Thanks for sharing this and such great pictures babe!

What a fabulous sounding place! I’m heading to Trento in June for Traverse and just found this article, I’m now even more excited!

Nell | https://adventureswithnell.co.uk

i love Italy so much viva italia

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15 Tasty Trentino Food Experiences

Already popular with adventure travelers, Trentino, Italy is an attractive destination for culinary travelers too. Read on to discover 15 essential Trentino food experiences that will make you want to book a trip and live the mountain gourmet lifestyle.

Occupying a magical space between Austria to the north and the Veneto to the south, Trentino is alive with the sound of music. Okay, the cliched movie analogy may be stretching things a bit, but we couldn’t help but sing with happiness as we explored Italy’s most mountainous region.

Between the Alps and the Dolomites, not to mention a myriad of rivers and lakes including Lake Garda, Trentino is an adventure traveler’s fantasy. But this terrain makes Trentino just as attractive for people like us. Yes, Trentino is an intriguing destination for food travel enthusiasts.

It’s also an Italian region with a unique food set.

The food in Trentino is unique.

Trentino’s many mountains and lakes create an ecosystem that allows its people to produce a diverse mountain cuisine. Some of the best Italian apples grow in Val di Non while a multitude of grape varietals thrive in Trentino’s multi-tiered terraces.

Cows graze in lush pastures, creating milk with a taste made distinct from the grasses and herbs that these cows happily munch on in the warm summer months. And who can blame them for being happy considering the snow-capped mountain views they enjoy during their grazing expeditions?

This Trentino terrain also impacts the flavor of cured meats like speck and mortadella. And let’s not forget about bees who produce golden honey from the nectar of rose, violet and chartreuse flowers growing freely in Trentino’s rolling valleys.

Trentino’s mountain cuisine features plenty of cheese and meat, but its deep lakes add freshwater fish to the mix. Mountain trout of various colors and sizes swim in Lake Garda as well as in the Noce, Avisio and Sarca rivers.

Formerly part of Austria, Trentino serves speck-laden knödel-esque dumplings called canerderli along with Teutonic favorites like spaetzle. But its northern Italian boot location ensures that risotto, gnocchi and all other forms of pasta are commonly available at Trentino restaurants.

Beyond geography and topography, the people of Trentino have the greatest impact on the quality and quantity of the region’s food and products. During our trip, we interacted with generations of Trentino locals who were proud and happy to share their stories.

Trentino locals welcomed us with open arms. We visited them in their kitchens as well as their fields. We also drank wine with them and enjoyed the tasty food they served.

By the end of our week in Trentino, we may have needed an occasional break from risotto and gnocchi but we never tired of wines like Trentodoc, the area’s answer to France’s champagne and our new favorite summer sparkler.

Trentino Food Experiences That You Cannot Miss

Trentino-Alto Adige is a region where any hike or nature walk can quickly turn into a foraging adventure and roses can become ingredients for syrup. And if you’re wondering what to drink in Trentino, wine flows as freely as applie juice in the region as well.

Food travelers will find no lack of food to eat in Trentino, but we challenge you to go further and dig deeper into the mountain cuisine. When you do, the following 15 food experiences will keep you as busy as the bees you’ll meet along the way.

Explore Local Products

Visit any region of Italy and you’ll quickly find amazing food products like tomatoes in Compagna and truffles in Emilia Romagna. It’s one of the pleasures of eating in Italy. Trentino is no exception to this rule.

We recommend that you start your culinary journey with Trentino’s local food products. Renting a car will allow you to explore this vast Alpine region. It will also give you a front-row view of Trentino’s gorgeous views and stunning vistas.

1. Visit a Bee Farm and Taste Fresh Honey

“…A magical relationship between the vegetable world and the animal world…”

Mieli Thun is a mandatory stop during any Trentino food expedition. Sure, you can buy Mieli Thun honey at a Verona bakery or an Eataly outlet, but there’s nothing like sampling and buying Trentino’s premier honey at the Val di Non farm.

Wanting to dip into local honey, we made advance arrangements with owner and beekeeper Andrea Paternoster to meet some of his employees. And by employees, we mean bees. Yes, we donned bright yellow beekeeper suits when we visited Mielie Thun to get close to these frisky employees. Watch our YouTube video to see we got stung in the process.

Update Andrea Paternoster passed away in a car accident after our visit. We treasure the memory of meeting him and his bees prior to his untimely passing.

Paternoster, a third-generation producer, introduced us to some of the bees that populate the half dozen colonies in his garden. Not only do they create fabulous honey, but these bees are critical to the region’s biodiversity.

As we chatted while munching on bread slathered with forest honeydew honey, Paternoster confided in us that he wasn’t actually a honey producer but rather a translator of insect language. He was a man who also a man who liked to spread joy with the wide variety of honey produced at the boutique operation. Sadly, Andrea Paternoster passed away in 2020, one year after we met him.

Pro Tip Combine honey with olive oil to create a dip that’s both sweet and savory. There’s no need to mix the two ingredients. The combination works surprisingly well.

As much as fun as it was to don beekeeper suits and get up-close-and-personal with Mieli Thun’s tiniest workers, we took this food experience to the next level by joining Paternoster in a tasting of three kinds of honey – Millefiori, Toglio and Heather.

Rich in fructose, golden, transparent Millefiori was a great starter honey with wildflowers that represent all of the flowers of the region. Bees visit six million flowers to create just one kilo of honey. This honey is great for garnishing cakes and other Italian desserts.

Bees only visit linden flowers to produce Toglio, a pearly, opaque monaflora honey. Its glucose sugars harmonize well with herbal teas. A totally different sensation, tasting dark brown Heather was like taking a magic carpet ride flavored with exotic hints of curry, caramel, cinnamon and licorice.

We smelled each honey and observed its color variation before tasting the sweet elixir. We then washed the honey trio down with mead double fermented with …of course… honey.

Pro Tip Buy as much honey as you can carry. We regret not buying more during our visit.

2. Drink Aromatic Grappa

More than a family-run grappa distillery, Villa de Varda is a vibrant part of Trentino’s viticulture history. Continuously producing Italy’s version of pomace brandy since the 19th century, this grappa house has a history dating back to the 1500’s and takes pride in holding Italy’s 17th grappa license.

During our visit at the Mezzolombardo grappa house, Michel Dolzan introduced us to the family’s distillery. During the tour, he escorted us into a hidden subterranean ‘museum’.

A destination in its own right, the Villa de Varda’s private collection features items dating back to the 16th century. A centuries-old still rests among a room filled with historic farm equipment, wagon wheels, specimen jars and wheelbarrows.

Learning about grappa and its production process is equally fascinating. Villa de Varda sources Amarone grapes from the Veneto and then distills them six times in copper stills. They then age the resulting liquid in four types of casks, all made with new French wood, before bottling the liquid gold.

A visit to Villa de Varda would be incomplete without tasting the aromatic aperitif. Though we admired the special 1975 grappa commemorating Michele’s birth year, we also loved fruit liqueurs flavored with elderflower and green apple.

Pro Tip Make an advance appointment for a guided tour. After your tour, take time to sip grappa at one of the tables outside the entrance.

3. Learn about Trentino’s Wine Production

Trentino’s altitude, terrain and climate produce an ample supply of grapes to fuel the region’s large-scale wine production. We visited Mezzacorona to learn about Trentino wine on a first-hand basis.

Mezzacorona is a winery where ‘old tradition meets the future’. One of Trentino’s oldest wineries, Mezzacorona has been producing wine since in the region since 1904; however, there’s nothing stodgy about Trentino’s second largest Trentodoc producer. For inquiring minds, the largest producer, Ferrari Trento has been producing Trentodoc since 1902.

The production process at Mezzacorona is most impressive especially when it comes to Trentodoc. The modern winery produces 2.5 million bottles of the bubbly DOC wine under the upscale Rotari label and stores 8 million of these bottles in cages.

Winemaker Matteo Covazzo guided us through Mezzacorona’s large facility. We saw a vast number of stainless steel containers and ceramic vats, but the best part of the tour was tasting the final product.

Trentodoc may be the region’s signature Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) wine, but Mezzacorona produces other wines with indigenous grapes like Nosiola, Teroldego, Rotaliano and Marzemimo as well as global grapes like Chardonnay, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Noir. Wines can be enjoyed in Mezzacoron’s tasting rooms and event spaces.

Pro Tip Call ahead to book a winery tour. Mezzacorona conducts tours six days a week.

4. Experience Cheese From Farm to Table

Making cheese in Trentino is serious business. Farmers start at the crack of dawn and the cows do a bit of work too. Let’s face it – grazing can be tiring work when it involves choosing whether to eat green or yellow flowers. Such is the life of a cow in the Dolomites.

We started our Trentino cheese exploration with coffee at Solarium Predaia before Lino Rizzardi whisked us from the Trentino restaurant to his family’s panoramic mountain farm. Before long, Rizzardi and son Igor were enlisting our assistance in milking one of their 300 cows.

Our reward? Mountain cheese with a mountain view. The value? Priceless.

Seeing the cows in their natural habitat was a special experience, but visiting a Trentingrana DOP factory was equally rewarding. Cheesemaker Cornelio Brusinelli showed us the cheesemaking process which reminded us of a Parmigiano Reggiano factory tour we previously took in Emilia-Romagna . Let’s face it – the two cheeses aren’t so dissimilar.

Like Parmigiano Reggiano, Trentingranna is a firm, cooked and pressed cheese that ages well. In some ways, the roots of both of these cheeses can be traced to the Alps. However, unlike Parmigiano, Trentingrana milk comes from cows that graze in the mountains.

Both cheeses have stringent rules when it comes to qualifying for Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) status. Cheese Farm Coredo follows all of these rules to create an outstanding cheese product.

After showing us the cheesemaking process, Brusinelli led us through a tasting of Trentingrana cheeses aged for 3, 5, 12 and 36 months. This granular, crystally cheese is ideal for grating over pasta, though we enjoyed eating it on its own.

Pro Tip Stock up on cheese, yogurt and ice cream at Cheese Farm Coredo. The shop has a varied selection of local products.

5. Roast Coffee Through History

Coffee is an important part of life in all parts of Italy including Trentino where most people have their first cup with breakfast and their last cup with dinner. In many ways, Italians have mastered the fine art of coffee enjoyment.

Diving into the local coffee scene, we visited Bontadi in Rovereto to check out the historic coffee roasting company. Known as CoBo, Bontadi’s private collection features 300 pieces of Italian coffee roasting and brewing history from crude 19th-century roasting canisters to sleek, art deco espresso machines.

Tasting coffee is a key part of the Bontadi experience, and we were happy to oblige after checking out the company’s expansive roasting area and warehouse. Though we’re still specialty coffee fans to the core, the tour gave us a new appreciation for Italian coffee culture.

Pro Tip Book your visit in advance via the Bontadi website.

6. Taste Beer at a Brewery

Although Italy isn’t world-famous for its beer like it is for its wine, the boot has joined the craft beer movement with a vengeance. Local brewers throughout the country are crafting beer that compares favorably with brews in the United States, Belgium, Germany and the UK. Yet, Italian brewers have no fear in experimenting with unique flavors and aromatics that gives their brews a unique sense of place.

Beer lovers who visit Trentino will want to check out Birrificio Rethia just outside Trento. This craft brewery led by brewmaster Luciano Faes produces a variety of world-class ales.

Mariamata, an American pale ale, is the brewery’s most popular beer. However, our favorite was their Wild Side, a sour beer brewed with Italian grapes. Other popular beers include Magnolia (a white beer tinged with bergamot), Lisep (a crisp take on Kolsch), Jet Lag (an American style IPA) and Guna (a thick, almost chewy chocolate stout).

Pro Tip In addition to visiting the brewery, you can also drink Rethia’s craft beer in Trentino bars.

Eat Like a Local

Eating local food is a key part of the Trentino experience. We immersed ourselves in the local food scene during our week in Trentino. In other words, we ate a lot of carbs and speck, Trentino’s smoked and cured answer to prosciutto.

We also ate plenty of fruits and vegetables during our visit. Val di Non farmers grow a large number of Italy’s apples, so it’s no surprise that this fruit is a popular ingredient in many local dishes beyond strudel.

Fun Fact Trentino apple varieties include Canada Renetta,Fuji, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Morgenduft, Royal Gala, Stark Delicious and Winesap.

7. Sample Typical Food

Since most Trentino restaurants incorporate both Austrian and Italian influences, it’s just as easy to find canederli and strudel on a Trentino menu as it is to find pasta and risotto. The food is appropriately hearty for those looking to power up for a mountain hike but also tasty enough to satisfy food travelers.

Expect to eat lots of pasta, risotto and gnocchi in Trentino. Carnivores can choose among beef, pork and more gamey proteins while Pescitarians will be in trout heaven. As for Vegetarians, they have a bounty of healthy foods grown on Trentino’s mountain farms.

Pro Tip Don’t plan to lose weight in Trentino. You can count calories after you return home.

8. Enjoy Lunch at an Agriturismo

Staying at an agriturismo is a trendy way to immerse yourself into local Italian farm life. In addition to accommodations, an agriturismo experience usually includes copious amounts of local food cooked by the farm owners.

Trentino has a network of agriturismo options available for travelers who want the full farm experience as well as for those who just want to experience a meal or two. This is a great way to eat like a local in a bucolic setting, often with epic views and friendly animals to pet.

Pro Tip Consider an overnight stay at a Trentino agriturismo for a full farm experience.

9. Linger during a Wine Lunch

Drinking local wine was one of our favorite things to do in Trentino. We pretty much drank wine at every lunch and dinner without regret.

During lunch at Locanda Camorz , we dined alfresco in front of rows of vines while enjoying Trentino food favorites like Speck dell’Alto Adige and Pea-Cream topped Trout. We paired the courses with Bellaveder wines featuring Chardonnay, Müller-Thurgau and Teroldego grapes.

Pro Tip Be sure to drink Teroldego, Trentino’s full-bodied red wine, when you indulge in a Trentino wine lunch. This big red stands up to the region’s hearty food.

10. Share a Picnic by a Lake

Did we mention that Trentino-Alto Adige is gorgeous? Every time we thought that we found the most beautiful view, we found another that was even better.

Though a lot of the best Trentino views involve hiking to the top of a mountain, there are plenty of scenic spots that don’t involve boots and backpacks. As a bonus, these spots are perfect spots to relax over a picnic lunch.

We recommend parking yourself on a blanket by Due Laghi di Coredo. During our specially catered lunch, we enjoyed a feast of local products from Strada della Mela e dei Sapori . If you’re wondering what to pack in your basket, we recommend the following goodies:

• Apples from Melinda
• Craft Beer from Birrificio BirrFon
• Honey from Mieli Thun
• Hummus from Azienda Agricola l’Essernza nel Bosco
• Speck and Mortandela from Salumificio Macelleria Fratelli Corrà
• Trentingranna and Casolet Cheese from Caseificio Sociale Presanella
• White and Rye Bread from Panificio C6

Pro Tip Take a nature walk around two lakes after you eat your picnic lunch.

11. Roll Up Your Sleeves and Cook

Part of the fun of eating great food is learning about its origin. In Trentino, we took the learning process one step further by rolling up our sleeves and cooking local food.

Our first cooking foray involved lots of chopping and dicing of Val di Non apples. Since apples are one of Trentino’s main agricultural products, this was a great activity.

For our second cooking experience, we baked honey cookies with our hosts at Locanda Alpina . Not only did we have fun creating cookies with dozens of different shaped cookie cutters, but we also enjoyed eating our cookie creations after dinner.

Pro Tip Don’t eat too much during your cooking experience. You’ll want to save room for the next meal

Get Close to Nature

With so many mountains and lakes, Trentino is a nature lover’s paradise. But what about food travelers? As it turns out, connecting with the local terrain is a great way for food travelers to connect to Trentino cuisine.

12. Transform Roses into Syrup

Not every Trentino farm specializes in apples as we learned when we visited Agritur Maso Flonkeri. In addition to its fields filled with fruits and vegetables, this agriturismo has a gorgeous rose garden right near its main building.

During our visit, Nanna Pomeranenco welcomed us with Rose Chardonnay cocktails. Little did we know as we sipped the sweet concoction, but we’d soon be learning how to make rose syrup ourselves.

We joined Pomeranenco in transforming roses into syrup. After we picked the roses and plucked their petals, she boiled a mixture of rose petals, sugar, water and lemon until it formed a sweet syrup.

We later ate a tasty lunch prepared by Pomeranenco and drank more of her rose wine cocktails. After helping make rose syrup ourselves, the cocktails tasted even better than before.

Pro Tip Buy a bottle of rose syrup as an edible souvenir. You’ll enjoy it more than a fridge magnet though it won’t last as long.

13. Forage for Herbs

Between the Dolomites and Italian Alps, Trentino has a lot of mountains in its corner of Italy. Hikers regularly climb these mountains for adrenaline-infused views, but they have much to offer food travelers too.

To get closer to nature during our visit, we rode a gondola 600 meters to the top of Monte di Mezzocorona. Not only did we enjoy dramatic views of the valley below, but we also got the chance to forage for herbs with local expert Stefano Delugan.

Delugan led us on a focused hunt for saffron, ramps, mountain celery and dandelion greens. Adding to the experience, he had us taste several herbs along the way.

Pro Tip Forage for herbs with an experienced guide to avoid exposure to poisonous plants.

14. Make Aromatic Herb Salt

You may be wondering what to do with foraged herbs during your Trentino vacation. We were wondering the same thing ourselves until the folks at Il Leprotto Bisestile gave us the opportunity to turn herbs into aromatic herb salt.

After picking a melange of herbs like thyme, mint, oregano, tarragon and fennel, we used a mortar and pestle to pound them into a colorful salt mixture. This process required a bit of elbow grease, but the sweeping view of Lake Caldanzzo made the work a pleasure.

Pro Tip Tie your herb salt bag extra tight to avoid a packing disaster.

15. Have a Jam Session at a Farm

Visiting a farm like Azienda Agricola Calliari provides a fun opportunity to experience Trentino’s local produce. We toured the Malosco family farm where we saw ancient apples in the orchards and mammoth rhubarbs in the fields. Cows and horses completed the working farm’s bucolic picture.

During our farm visit, we participated in a Le Coccol di Mammina workshop and learned how to make apple rhubarb jam. Flavia Calliari put us to work slicing and dicing apples and rhubarb. She also fed us local cheese and homemade jam, more than a fair trade for our efforts.

Pro Tip Wear sturdy shoes when you visit a Trentino farm.

Where to Stay in Trentino

Trentino has a range of hotel options for different types of travelers. We stayed at the following three Trentino hotels:

Locanda Alpina

Consider staying at Locanda Alpina in Brez. The intimate inn has ten well-appointed rooms including the Bella di Bocao room where we stayed for three nights. Each room has modern features including TVs, safes and free Wi-Fi.

Locanda Alpina also has an excellent food program. Guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet in the morning and traditional Trentino cuisine in the evening.

Agritur La Val

Agritur La Val offers a more rustic experience in Vigolo Vattaro. In addition to growing berries, the agriturismo has a range of comfortable rooms. Our cozy room for the night featured a scenic mountain view.

Guests at Agritur La Val enjoy a breakfast buffet filled with local products as well as items produced on the farm. Highlights are various homemade jams and cakes.

Grand Hotel Trento

Grand Hotel Trento offers a more urban experience in the heart of Trento, one of Italy’s great food cities . The four-star hotel has 136 rooms and suites including the green room we stayed in for four nights. Hotel amenities include free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception and a health center.

All guests are welcome to eat breakfast at the breakfast buffet. This hotel also operates a restaurant and bar on the premises.

Trentino Planning Checklist

• Buy discounted travel insurance from Heymondo .
• Find a great Trentino hotel via Booking.com , Expedia or Hotels.com .
• Find an apartment in Tentino with a kitchen .
• Buy a universal travel adaptor from Amazon so you can charge your laptop, cell phone and camera in Europe.
• Buy an Italy travel guide from Amazon so don’t miss any bites or sites.
• Book a fun Trentino tour via GetYourGuide or Viator .

Check out our  guide to eating in Italy as well as our picks for the best Italian foods and the best Italian desserts before your trip so that you don’t miss a delicious bite.

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About the Authors

Daryl and Mindi Hirsch

Saveur Magazine’s BEST TRAVEL BLOG award winners Daryl and Mindi Hirsch share their culinary travel experiences and recipes on the 2foodtrippers website. Since launching the site in 2012, they’ve traveled to over 40 countries in their quest to bring readers a unique taste of the world.

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Article Updates We update our articles regularly. Some updates are major while others are minor link changes and spelling corrections. Let us know if you see anything that needs to be updated in this article. Sponsorship We thank Visit Trentino for sponsoring our visit to facilitate this article.

Original Publication Date: July 5, 2019

Saveur Magazine’s BEST TRAVEL BLOG award winners Daryl and Mindi Hirsch share their culinary travel experiences and recipes on their website 2foodtrippers. Since launching the site in 2012, they've traveled to over 40 countries in their quest to bring readers a unique taste of the world.

Tbh, you had me with the bees. I’m obsessed with them! And the honey looked so good!! But the views from Agritur La Val looked incredible as well! I’ll have to add this place to my Italy itinerary!

It’s so fascinating to learn about the farm to table process! I think it helps give you an appreciation of how passionate food makers are with their craft! It looks like you had a really great time, and I bet it was as tasty as it looks! 🙂

Never though I would put Trentino on my bucket list. But after reading through your post, I cant help but do exactly that. I am a big foodie. And this seems like such a fun trip going through all those delicious food experiences in Trentino. Transforming roses into syrup. Could not get better than that.

I love this post! Trentino sounds just like the kind of place we seek. The canerderli and the homemade gnocchi sounds amazing! I’d also like to try my hand at cooking some of the local dishes. I love how the locals have built such a beautiful relationship with what’s on their plate.

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10 Cities and Towns to Visit in Trentino, Italy (With Map, Photos, and Insider Tips)

By Author Rossi Thomson

Posted on Last updated: 4th September 2022

Categories Coffee in Italy , Day Trips in Italy , Trentino

Here are ten cities and towns that you need to visit in Trentino, Italy.

Trentino is an autonomous province in the north of italy where both italian and german are spoken. .

It is a place of mighty mountains, deep valleys, and crystal-clear lakes . With its dramatic landscape and lush, unspoiled nature, Trentino seems very much plucked from a fairytale.

This is a land with a millennial history and a cuisine that is a mix of Tyrolean and Italian influences. It is a destination that is so worth visiting, especially if you want to escape the dense tourist crowds that besiege Italy’s tourist magnets like Venice , Rome, and Florence.

If Trentino sounds like a place where you would like to spend a break alternating some quality sightseeing with lots of fresh-air activities, then this list will come in handy. It introduces you to Trentino’s best cities and towns where you can base yourself to enjoy immediate access to the local landmarks, festivals, art, food, sports pursuits, and even spa facilities.

For each city and town in Trentino below, I have listed the best things to do there and insider tips to make your visit so much more enriching. 

Several of these ten cities and towns in Trentino, Italy are very close to one another. For example, Riva del Garda (point 3 below) is right next door to Arco (point 4) and Nago-Torbole (point 8) and is also within an easy distance from Trento (point 1) and Rovereto (point 2). At the end of this blog post, there is a map showing you the exact location of each city and town. There is also a small section with some practical information and insider tips about travelling to and within Trentino, Italy. This way, you can easily plan day trips and see as much as possible during your Trentino holiday.   

Over the six years that I spent living in Italy , I loved exploring Trentino time and time again. It is an absolutely beautiful corner of Italy which inspires you to see more, do more, eat and live better. It is my pleasure to share with you now everything I learned about Trentino’s best cities and towns. I hope that this blog post will come in useful when you are planning your own escape to Trentino, Italy.

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10 cities and towns to visit in trentino, italy (with map, photos, and insider tips)  .

Trento is the capital of the Province of Trentino. Surrounded by lush nature, it is a beautiful city to visit, especially if you love history. This is where the Council of Trent was held in the 16th century starting the Catholic Reformation. 

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Trento in Trentino, Italy:

• Buonconsiglio Castle – this is an immense castle that was originally built in the 13th century and then it was enlarged several times. Most famously, this is where the Council of Trent was held. Nowadays the Buonconsiglio Castle hosts impressive archaeological and art collections. Make sure that you book in advance a visit to its Torre dell’Aquila to admire the stunning frescoes inside. Known as the Cycle of the Months, they date to the late Middle Ages and depict the rural activities that people engaged in throughout the year. 
• Duomo – this is Trento’s imposing cathedral. It presents a striking mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture and is dedicated to Trento’s patron and first bishop – St. Vigilius. Pay the small entrance fee to access the Duomo’s crypt. This is where you can see the remnants of a late-Roman basilica on top of which the cathedral was built between the 12th and the 13th centuries.
• Piazza Duomo – this is one of the loveliest squares in Italy. It stands right next to Trento’s Duomo. The piazza is surrounded by beautiful frescoed buildings. The 18th-century Fountain of Neptune is its crowning glory. Stop for a coffee and a pastry at one of the many cafes at Piazza Duomo. It’s a great spot for people- and architecture-watching.
• MUSE – this is a fantastic science museum that keeps both adults and kids happily entertained for hours. 
• Orrido di Ponte Alto – this is a spectacular gorge with a 40-m tall waterfall hurtling through it. Click here to see a video I took standing on the bridge behind the waterfall.

Insider Tip:

Take the cable car from Trento up to the small village of Sardagna. The journey is brief but incredibly exciting as the small cable car zips you 400 m up in the air from the shore of the river Adige to the steep hill of Sardagna. Once there, you can go for a hike or simply enjoy the stunning views over Trento. Here is a video I took showing you what to expect. 

2. Rovereto

Rovereto is a hidden gem in the north of Italy. This beautiful city has deep layers of history, one of the best modern and contemporary art collections in Europe, and a picture-perfect historic centre. Rovereto is where the famous composer Mozart performed his first concert in Italy on Christmas Day 1769. Plus, Italy’s oldest coffee roasting company has been serving perfect cups of coffee since 1790 in Rovereto’s historic centre.

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Rovereto in Trentino, Italy: 

• MART – the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Trento and Rovereto houses one of the most impressive art collections in Europe. (Almost) equally impressive is its building with its covered courtyard and wonderful architecture.  
• Italian War History Museum – this is one of the largest and most important museums in Italy dedicated to the First World War and the act of war. It is housed in the 15th-century Castle of Rovereto. It is a very well-curated museum with a rich collection of artefacts. It is incredibly informative and in a way very emotional as it provokes so many questions in your head about the worst and the best in human nature.
• Depero’s Futurist Art House – Fortunato Depero’ was a futurist painter, writer, sculptor, and graphic designer. He grew in Rovereto and bequeathed to the city an incredible art collection counting over 3,000 pieces. A visit to the Futurist Art House was always a highlight for me when in Rovereto. Depero’s art is very impactful and the way he used shape and colour was way ahead of his time. 
• Church of San Marco – this beautiful church stands on a sunlit square in the historic centre of Rovereto. It was built in the 15th century when Rovereto was within the confines of the Republic of Venice. Inside it, you can see the organ on which Mozart gave his first concert in Italy. 
• Bell of the Fallen – this is the largest bell in the world to sound at full peal. It was cast in 1924 with bronze from cannons donated by all the nations that fought in the First World War. The bell was baptised with the name Maria Dolens. It stands on Colle di Miravalle – a hill with panoramic views over the city of Rovereto. Book a visit at dusk when the Bell of the Fallen rings 100 times in a salute to those who have fallen in war. 

For a cup of some of the best coffee in Italy, head to Bontadi . This is a historic coffee shop right behind the Fountain of Neptune on Piazza Cesare Battisti in Rovereto’s historic centre. Founded in 1790, Bontadi is Italy’s oldest coffee roasting company. Nowadays, the company also runs a barista academy and has a small but incredibly interesting museum dedicated to all things coffee. The museum is just around the corner from Bontadi’s coffee shop in Rovereto and is a must-see, especially if you love coffee. 

More Information:

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3. Riva del Garda

Riva del Garda is an elegant town on the northern extremity of Italy’s largest lake – Lago di Garda . This lakefront beauty has a splendid historic centre where Austrian influences mix with Italian flair. In the dramatic hills and mountains around, there are many hiking paths and dozens of opportunities to get active. Above all, Riva del Garda commands some of the best beaches on Lake Garda . 

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Riva del Garda in Trentino, Italy:  

• Rocca di Riva – this is a medieval fortress that stands on a small artificial island in the historic centre of the city. It’s surrounded by water on all sides and a small bridge leads to its entrance. Nowadays the fortress is one of the two structures housing the exhibits of the Museum of Upper Garda . Spend time exploring the archaeological, historical, and art sections here for a deeper understanding of the history and traditions of this corner of Trentino, Italy.   
• Torre Apponale – this is a 13th-century clocktower that dominates the skyline of Riva del Garda. Scale its 165 steps to admire panoramic views of the town and the lake from a height of 34 m.
• Bastione and Funicular – the Bastione is an early-16th century fort that stands above Riva del Garda on the slopes of Mount Rocchetta. A brand new panoramic lift transports you from the town’s historic centre up to the fort. The views are striking and you can continue to enjoy them from the bar and restaurant which nowadays operate inside the Bastione.  
• Quartiere del Marocco – this is the oldest part of Riva del Garda. It dates back to the Middle Ages. The large houses here stand against the slopes of Mount Rocchetta. 
• Mount Brione – this is the rocky hill that separates Riva del Garda from the neighbouring town of Torbole. We always joked that Mount Brione looked like someone had dropped a whole cake or a massive Oreo biscuit there and it half sunk into the lake while the other half got stuck almost upright in the air. A hiking path leads from Riva del Garda to the summit of Mount Brione. Up there you can enjoy fantastic panoramic views of Lake Garda and also see the forts that were built there between 1860 and the First World War. 
• Cascata Varone – this is a stunning waterfall tumbling down inside a steep gorge. There are two viewing platforms – in the Lower Cave and in the Upper Cave – allowing you to admire the sheet of water crashing down the rocks. A beautiful natural park surrounds the caves and opens panoramic views over the northern extremity of Lake Garda.

Porta di San Giuseppe in the historic centre of Riva del Garda was once one of the oldest churches in town. The Church of San Giuseppe (also known as the Church of Disciplini) was erected in the 16th century at the place where a hermit had lived in the 13th century. It had marble altars and many works of art. In recent times, the church was deconsecrated and hollowed. Nowadays, it serves as a pedestrian crossing – a sort of tunnel on a crossroads in the historic centre of Riva del Garda. Its facade is preserved and inside you can see the church’s original pillars and a small, quite damaged fresco.

Arco is an elegant town just off the northern extremity of Italy’s largest lake – Lago di Garda . Surrounded by sheer limestone cliffs, Arco has a ruined castle and several beautiful churches and palaces. The town has a very Tyrolean feel to it and it is interesting to note that the Habsburg Court used to spend the summers here when this part of Italy was under the rule of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Empress Sisi herself would come to Arco, too.

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Arco in Trentino, Italy:

• Arco Castle – this is the ruined castle overlooking Arco from the top of a steep spur. Hiking up to the top is more than worth it as the views over the Sarca Valley and the northern extremity of Lake Garda are soul-inspiring.
• Galleria Civica Giovanni Segantini – you will find it in the 17th-century Palazzo dei Panni – one of the most beautiful buildings in the historic centre of Arco.
• Arboretum of Arco – a small arboretum and botanical garden with over 150 varieties of plants from all around the world. It’s free to visit.
• Lake Tenno – this is a small lake a short drive away from Arco. It’s famous for its turquoise colour. A hike around it takes about an hour. In summer, people sunbathe on its shores and take refreshing dips in its crystal-clear waters.
• Lake Ledro – this is another stunning lake near Arco. It’s very peaceful and quiet here. Plus, there is a small but very interesting museum telling the story of the stilt houses that once stood on the lakeshore. They were built by a pre-historic community. 
• Maso Eden – a bio farm in Trentino. It has a herd of fluffy llamas and alpacas and it organises forest hikes in the company of these cute and (mostly) very good-natured animals.

Head to Canale’ di Tenno. Poised at 600 m above sea level, this small hamlet dates back to at least the early 13th century. Recognised as one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, Canale’ di Tenno preserves its original architecture. Tall houses made of stone and cobbled streets converge together to create a dreamy vision of times past. Canale’ di Tenno attracts artists from all over Italy and Europe and the village has a decidedly artistic feel to it. The local Casa degli Artists (House of the Artists) is where painters, sculptors, and other creators take residences throughout the year. Several festivals and a lively Christmas market take place each year here, too. Rango is another nearby medieval village to explore.

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Ala is a cute little town with rich history and splendid Baroque palaces. Just a train stop away from Rovereto, it stands off the beaten track yet it has lots of stories to tell and hidden gems to explore. In the past, Ala was a rich merchant town famous all over Europe for the high-quality silk velvets that were produced here. Nowadays, the town keeps its heritage alive by staging large-scale events and a fantastic Christmas market each year.

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Ala in Trentino, Italy:

• Baroque Palaces – these are beautiful large buildings with Baroque architecture and decoration. They were built with the proceeds from the sale of the silk velvets made in Ala in the 17th and 18th centuries. At Christmas each year a large Christmas market is staged all throughout Ala. The stalls of local artisans and makers take over the town’s Baroque palaces. 
• Historic centre – Ala has one of the best-preserved historic centres in Trentino, Italy. Expect cobbled streets and an authentic atmosphere.
• Museo del Pianoforte Antico (Antique Piano Museum) – you will find this unique museum in the Palazzi de’ Pizzini. Here you can see beautiful pianos played by Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin and Schubert. The Palazzi de’ Pizzini is a complex of two palaces and a large house. Many famous people have spent the night here during their time in Ala, Trentino. Among them are Mozart and Napoleon Bonaparte.
• Citta di Velluto – City of Velvet is a large event held each year in July. This is when Ala returns to the 17th century and reenacts its period of maximum splendour. Expect people dressed in Baroque costumes all over town.
• Sanctuary of San Valentino – this is a Baroque church dedicated to St. Valentine who is highly venerated in and around Ala.

Combine your time in Ala with a visit to the nearby Avio Castle . This is one of the oldest fortresses in Trentino and it’s famous for its frescoes on the themes of love and war. The crenellated walls of the castle and its sturdy keep will make you feel like you have been transported back to the Middle Ages. The lush garden is where many events are staged at regular intervals throughout the year. A must-see! 

6. Levico Terme

Levico Terme is a very pretty town on the shores of Lake Levico in Trentino, Italy. It is famous for the local thermal waters. They feed the town’s many thermal baths and spa hotels. Levico Terme has a postcard-perfect town centre and it is surrounded on all sides by lush nature. Lake walks, hiking paths, ski pistes, chairlifts, there are so many options to keep active here.

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Levico Terme in Trentino, Italy:

• Habsburg Park – this is the largest historic park in the Province of Trento. In winter, it hosts Levico Terme’s famous Christmas market. 76 tree varieties and 125 species of shrubs grow here.
• Lake Levico –  this small and beautiful lake is right next door to Levico Terme and shares a name with it. You can go for a circular walk around the lake or enjoy a spot of sunbathing and swimming on a hot day.
• Lake Caldonazzo – this is Trentino’s largest lake. It has beautiful clean beaches. Its water is very warm in summer and it’s a great place to practise all sorts of water sports.
• Valsugana – this is the long and wide valley where Levico Terme is located. It starts from just after the provincial capital of Trento and extends to where the Province of Trentino meets the Province of Vicenza . Valsugana is also the valley where the important for Northern Italy River Brenta is born from the waters of Lake Caldonazzo and the nearby Lake Levico. Apple orchards, raspberry nurseries, and verdant vineyards dot the valley’s plains and hills. It’s very pleasant to travel through it taking in the mighty shapes of the mountain chain of Lagorai and the peaks of the chain Cima XII-Ortigara. Medieval castles and ruins can be glimpsed here and there adding to the rustic fairytale feel of the landscape.
• Panarotta 2002 – a popular ski resort about 10 km away from Levico Terme. It has three chairlifts, a ski school, and a ski rental.
• Arte Sella – this is a contemporary art gallery that is set up in a forest. Each work of art blends and contrasts with its natural environment. You hike from one to the next following a trail through the tall lush trees. 
• Fort Verle and Fort Vezzena – these are Austro-Hungarian forts that were built at the start of the 20th century. This part of Trentino is dotted with old forts. They are very interesting to visit so as to learn first-hand about the complicated history of this corner of Italy. 

Terme di Levico is a large spa centre famous for its thermal spring waters with therapeutic properties. The spa season here runs from April to November. 

• Lake Caldonazzo, Italy – 10 Things to Do Around Italy’s Largest Lake

7. San Martino di Castrozza

San Martino di Castrozza is a beautiful town in Trentino, Italy. In winter it becomes a bustling ski resort. The town is named after St. Martin – the Roman soldier who gave his cloak to a beggar. Castrozza is a corruption of the Latin word castrum meaning a Roman fortress or Roman encampment. 

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around San Martino di Castrozza in Trentino, Italy:

• Pale di San Martino – this is the largest mountain group in the Dolomites. Its jagged rocky peaks feature in many iconic photos of this corner of Italy. Curiously enough, the peaks were once coral reefs at the bottom of a shallow sea! This could explain why they turn a lovely pink colour every day at sunset. Together with Paneveggio, Pale di San Martino forms a large natural park.  
• Paneveggio Forest – this is a beautiful ancient forest populated by tall red spruce trees. The trees produce perfect tonewood which is particularly prized. Legend has it that fabled luthiers like Antonio Stradivari and Nicola Amati personally sourced the tonewood for their priceless violins from Paneveggio. 
• Small Dairy Farms – driving and hiking around San Martino di Castrozza, you will come across many small dairy farms. Known as malga in Italian, they produce wonderful local cheeses. Plus, many of them also function as restaurants serving delicious local dishes. A special mention deserve Agritur Malga Rolle . 
• Colbricon Lakes – these are two small lakes surrounded by mountain peaks in the heart of the Paneveggio-Pale di San Martino Nature Park in Trentino, Italy. You can only reach them on foot. The most popular hike to the lakes starts from Agritur Malga Rolle – an alpine dairy farm with a great restaurant. Walking to the lakes is very pleasant and it takes you through lush forests. With an elevation of 120 m, the hike is easy enough for families with small kids and anyone who loves moving and nature. Archaeological excavations around the Colbricon Lakes have revealed artefacts from Paleolithic and Mesolithic tribes who would spend each summer there 12,000 years ago.
• Vanoi Valley – this is a beautiful area which is known as the Green Heart of Trentino. Its lush landscapes and small villages charm the soul. The Vanoi EcoMuseum explores the history and traditions of this unspoilt green paradise. 

Drive the short distance from San Martino di Castrozza to the Visitors’ Centre Terra Foresta of Paneveggio. It is right in the heart of the Violins’ Forest and has a large car park behind it. Leave the car there and go for a lovely walk through the forest following the Sentiero Marcio’. It’s suitable for all ages and it’s a very beautiful hiking path. Among its many highlights are a Tibetan bridge and also a deer enclosure. A program aiming to reintroduce deer to Paneveggio has been operating for several decades now. The large enclosure is where the animals spend the first year of their lives before being released into the wild.

• Paneveggio – Exploring the Violins’ Forest in the Dolomites, Italy

8. Nago-Torbole

Nago and Torbole are two small towns in Trentino, Italy. As they are right next to one another, nowadays, they are hyphenated and referred to as one. Nago is just above the northern extremity of Lago di Garda – Italy’s largest lake. Torbole is on the lakefront. Both are really cute and a great place to visit if you want to relax surrounded by beautiful nature, sunbathe on the lake’s beaches , engage in some world-class windsurfing and sailing, or hike to structures of natural and historic interest.  

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Nago-Torbole in Trentino, Italy:

• Lakefront Historic Centre of Torbole – expect a wonderful mix of pastel- and brightly-coloured houses offset by the sparkling teal waters of Lake Garda. A special mention here deserves the Old Customs House which was built in the 18th century on the edge of the small harbour. A truly picturesque place!
• Penede Castle – this is a ruined castle with centuries-old history. It offers fantastic panoramic views over Lake Garda.
• Busatte-Tempesta Panoramic Path – a truly unique hiking path above Lake Garda. Part of it includes metal staircases with 400 steps in total. It feels like you are hanging above the lake and the views are simply stunning.   
• Navene Beach – there are many beaches in and around Torbole on Lake Garda. I particularly love the one at Navene, which is a short driving distance further away from the town. Curved around a small bay, the pebbly beach of Navene has it all. Picnic tables in the shade of an olive grove, a small playground to keep the kids happy, a floating platform to challenge you to swim across to it, a pair of resident swans and a gaggle of ducks, large fish that you can see swimming in the water, plus a couple of benches on the beach to comfortably sit and admire the gorgeous views.  

Head to Marmitte dei Giganti – enormous potholes which were formed when a massive glacier over 1,000 m high slid down from the mountains. The waters from the melting of the glacier rushed through the crevasses in it as powerful waterfalls. They hit the rocks underneath causing a strong swirling of pebbles and stones. This eroded the soft limestone rocks and created the steep cavities of the potholes. You will find Marmitte dei Giganti right next to the panoramic road which leads from Torbole up to Nago. The small car park next to the potholes has fantastic views over the lake and the surrounding mountains. Just bear in mind that to reach the Marmitte dei Giganti from the car park, you’ll need to walk a short distance along the busy road and there is no pavement there. So, exercise utmost caution! 

9. Borgo Valsugana

Borgo Valsugana is a small town in the Valsugana Valley in Trentino, Italy. The River Brenta flows through its historical centre and the striking Castel Telvana (not open to the public) crowns a lush hill above the town. Borgo Valsugana has ancient origins. It was established on Via Claudia Augusta – an important Roman road that connected what nowadays is Northern Italy to Central Europe.  

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Borgo Valsugana in Trentino, Italy:

• Historic Centre of Borgo Valsugana – go for a walk along the main street – Corso Asugum – here and visit the town’s churches, the Great War Museum, and several other local landmarks. I especially enjoyed looking at the crystal clear waters of the River Brenta and the historic houses on its shores.
• Valsugana – this is the long and wide valley where Borgo Valsugana is located. It starts from just after the provincial capital of Trento and extends to where the Province of Trentino meets the Province of Vicenza . Valsugana is also the valley where the important for Northern Italy River Brenta is born from the waters of Lake Caldonazzo and the nearby Lake Levico. Apple orchards, raspberry nurseries, and verdant vineyards dot the valley’s plains and hills. It’s very pleasant to travel through it taking in the mighty shapes of the mountain chain of Lagorai and the peaks of the chain Cima XII-Ortigara. Medieval castles and ruins can be glimpsed here and there adding to the rustic fairytale feel of the landscape.
• Lake Caldonazzo and Lake Levico – just a short distance away from Borgo Valsugana, you can visit two of the most interesting and beautiful lakes in Trentino, Italy. Lake Caldonazzo is also Trentino’s largest lake and is especially lovely as its water is very warm in summer. Lake Levico is small and compact and is a great destination for a full circle, lakefront walk.

If you can, try to visit Borgo Valsugana at the end of July. This is when the famous Palio delle Zattere (in English, race of the rafts) takes place in town. In the past, the zattere were wooden logs that would be sent floating from the mountains down the River Brenta all the way to Venice . There, they would be used in the construction of the lavish Venetian palaces. The Palio nowadays recreates this ancient tradition. Teams from the different neighbourhoods (locally called contrade ) of Borgo Valsugana dress up in medieval garb. Then they compete with one another by sailing upright on tiny rafts down the River Brenta. 

10. Fiera di Primiero

Fiera di Primiero is a small town in Trentino which is a great destination if you love the outdoors. Its houses are dotted around the lush valley of Primiero in the shadow of the Pale di San Martino – the biggest mountain group of the Dolomites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the 15th century, the town was part of the Austrian Empire and hosted the most important fair in the whole valley. Hence its name (as fiera in Italian means fair). Most notably, Luigi Negrelli – the first planner of the Suez Canal – was born here in 1799.  

Here is a shortlist of some of the most interesting places you can see and visit in and around Fiera di Primiero in Trentino, Italy:

• Church of Santa Maria Assunta – this is one of the most beautiful churches to visit in the whole of Trentino. Its large frescoes are particularly famous. 
• Palazzo delle Miniere (also known as Palazzo del Dazio )  – this is a large 15th-century building that nowadays hosts important documentation and exhibits about Primiero’s history and traditional crafts. From weaving and spinning to cheese-processing and haymaking, you can find a lot of information here about the local rural activities. Special attention is given to the copper, silver, and iron mines that existed in Primiero during the Late Middle Ages.  
• San Martino di Castrozza, Passo Rolle, and Passo Cereda – visit this beautiful area of Trentino, Italy to ski in winter and to hike and engage in a number of outdoor activities in summer. A special mention here deserve the delicious cheeses produced by the local small dairy farms (called malga in Italian).
• Mezzano Romantica – this is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. It’s famous for its woodpiles which have been elevated to art installations. A new woodpile is added each year and visitors are invited to walk around the village to try and spot all of them. 
• Paneveggio-Pale di San Martino -a large nature park that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The red spruce trees that grow in the Paneveggio forest are especially prized for their perfect tonewood. Legend has it that fabled luthiers like Antonio Stradivari and Nicola Amati personally sourced the tonewood for their priceless violins from Paneveggio. 

Tosella is a fresh curd cheese that was first invented in the Primiero Valley. Give it a try when you are in Fiera di Primiero. It’s delicious quickly pan-fried, grilled or roasted.

Map of the 10 Cities and Towns to Visit in Trentino, Italy

Discover ten beautiful cities and towns to visit in Trentino, Italy. Click on each pin on the map for local accommodation options.

Practical Information about Visiting Trentino in Italy

1. where is trentino, italy.

Trentino is an autonomous province in northern Italy. It borders the regions of Lombardy to the west and Veneto to the south. To the north, it borders the autonomous Italian province of South Tyrol (known as Alto Adige in Italian). Together Trentino and Alto Adige form the autonomous Italian region of Trentino-Alto Adige. 

2. How to travel to Trentino, Italy?

You can easily reach Trentino from Veneto, Lombardy, and Alto Adige. There are good road connections between the main cities here. In general, the road network in Trentino is well developed and maintained.  

You can also use trains and buses. For example, there is a direct train from Verona in the Veneto to Trentino’s capital city – Trento. The same train line also connects Verona to the town of Ala and the city of Rovereto in Trentino.

In terms of major airports in Northern Italy, Verona Airport is very convenient for Trentino. For more details, please, have a look at this blog post:

• 11 Major Airports in Northern Italy (With Map, Nearest Cities, and Public Transport Options)

3. When is the best time to visit Trentino, Italy?

Trentino in Italy is a great year-round destination. In summer, people flock here to hike, be close to nature, and relax. With its lush forests, mountainous landscapes, and fresh air Trentino is a great place to be while the rest of Italy is scorching hot . In winter, skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports are the order of the day here.

4. Where to stay in Trentino, Italy?

You can find all sorts and types of accommodation in Trentino, Italy to suit every budget. From five-star hotels to budget camping sites, there is something for everyone. Apart from the traditional hotels and B&B’s, here you can also stay in a mountain hut, a spa resort or a rustic house for a one-in-a-lifetime experience.

For ideas about the types of accommodation available in Trentino in particular and Italy in general, have a look at this blog post:

• Where to Stay in Italy – 19 Types of Accommodation to Choose from in Italy  

This map gives you a quick visual idea of the price ranges of the many hotels and other forms of accommodation you can book for your stay in Trentino in Italy. You can zoom in and out in order to search for a place to stay. You can also click on the option that interests you to find out more details or to make a booking.

If you click on ‘Accommodation’ in the top right corner and select ‘Experiences’ from the drop-down menu, then you can see some truly exciting experiences you can book directly:

5. What are some amazing places you can visit in Trentino, Italy?

Trentino is small in size, yet it packs lots of surprises. There is lots to see and do here! Have a look at this blog post for some great ideas:

• 15 Amazing Places to Visit in Trentino – The Coolest Corner of Italy (With Map and Practical Tips)

In Conclusion

Trentino is an autonomous province in the north of Italy. It’s famous for its unspoilt nature, almost 300 lakes , and deep layers of history. It stays off the beaten tourist track and it’s a place to head to when you need peace and quiet as well as to stay active.

In the above blog post, I have listed ten of the best cities and towns to visit in Trentino, Italy. From the provincial capital Trento to hidden gems like Arco and famous ski resorts like San Martino di Castrozza, there are many destinations here to explore and fall in love with.

Free from the maddening crowds that besiege Italy’s famous tourist magnets and yet offering a long list of things to do and enjoy, these ten cities and towns in Trentino are a great destination for an Italian holiday. Surrounded by lush nature, they offer the ideal combination of city comforts, active exploration, and full relaxation.

I hope that this blog post will galvanise you to discover the cities and towns of Trentino for yourself.

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17 Cool Things to do in Trento, Northern Italy in One Day

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I’d never even heard of Trento nine months before I visited, let alone wanted to go there, but I’m very pleased I did. If you haven’t heard of it either, Trento is the capital city of Trentino in the Dolomites region of Italy . It’s barely one hour away from both Switzerland and Austrian borders so the place can feel more Alpine than Italian most of the time. And despite its compact size, there are plenty of awesome things to do in Trento on a day trip if you’re visiting the region.

I attended Traverse 2019 earlier in June , which is a content creators conference hosted by a different city every year. This year, it was Trento in Trentino. So a few of the activities in Trento I’m going to suggest and restaurants I ate at may have been included in my ticket price.

Like any other Italian city, the food in Trento is amazing, the gelato is amazing and the Duomos, cafés and streets are gorgeous. But it has a mountainous, outdoorsy feel too, you know? Let’s check out all the top things to do in Trento that you can see in one day!

Awesome Things to do in Trento in One Day Guide

Trentino Guest Card

If you’re planning to do a lot of activities in Trento and the surrounding areas, it’s definitely worth knowing about the Trentino guest card . It’s completely free, you just need to be staying in a participating hotel for at least two nights otherwise, the card is €40. The card comes in both paper and app form but the app is much easier to use on public transport . The paper/card version is a bit of a faff.

There are tonnes of perks included like free public transport, free or discounted entry to museums, castles and other attractions. I think the card itself lasts one week even if you’re not staying at the hotel for one a week, but double-check that. Because you can even use the Trentino guest card for attractions out of the region like the Verona Arena which is really helpful.

Find out more about the Trentino guest card here.

8 Things to see and do in Trento

1. castello del buonconsiglio.

Visiting the Castello del Buonconsiglio is probably one of the main things to do in Trento. It’s an absolutely stunning 13th-century castle just on the outskirts of Trento’s main city centre . It’s a bit of a mish-mash of different eras and designs as parts of the castle have been added on over the years and I think that’s why it’s so interesting. But without a doubt, the best part of visiting Castello del Buonconsiglio is the bloody lovely view across the whole city to the mountains .

The castle is open 9:30-17:00 Tuesday-Sunday (closed Mondays) and the entrance fee without a card is €10. You might want to spend up to two hours here but I was definitely done after 90 minutes.

2. Piazza Dante

If you’re travelling to Trento via train, then  Piazza Dante is one of the first places you’ll see in the city. It’s not the most impressive green space you’ll ever see, but it is free and worth taking a look in since you’re in the area.

Piazza Dante has a fountain and a statue of the main man, Dante, himself. What more could you possibly want from a small park?!

3. Take the cable car up to Sardagna

Definitely one of my favourite things to do in Trento! If the view from the top of Castello del Buonconsiglio isn’t enough for you, then the panoramic views of Trento from Sardagna are surely enough to satisfy you.

Take the cable car to Sardagna which is where the Busa Degli Orsi Panorama viewpoint so you can see over the entire city of Trento. Cable car journeys are roughly every half an hour but they’re quite small. So during peak times, you may have to wait for the next cable car. And I only spent 30 minutes at the viewpoint before catching the cable car back down which I thought was ample time to look out and take a few snaps. It was also enough time for the teenagers I took the cable car with to smoke cigarettes before travelling back down again…

There is apparently a little village up there about 15 minutes walk from the cable car if you fancy exploring further. Without a Trento card, the return journey is €5 but if you have the card then transport is free.

4. MUSE Science Museum

I didn’t visit the  MUSE Science Museum but I hear it’s really great and a must-do in Trento if you have kids. They have a special sensory room for children under 6-years-old and their nature exhibits focus on the surrounding Dolomites region. It’s situated in the newest area of Trento in the Le Albere neighbourhood , which was planned by architect Renzo Piano. Aside from the amazing name, he’s possibly one of the most exciting architects working today and designed a lot of the key upgrades to Valletta, Malta’s capital city including their parliament building no less.

Again, entrance is free with the guest card but €10 for adults without . MUSE is open 10:00-18:00 Tuesday-Sunday and closed Mondays. Something tells me you probably shouldn’t be visiting Trento on a Monday, a lot of the top attractions are closed!

5. Piazza Duomo & the Fountain of Neptune

You can’t really miss Piazza Duomo and the  Fountain of Neptune in Trento! It’s the heart of the city centre and where most of the bars and restaurants are, too.

6. Cattedrale di San Vigilio & Museo Diocesano Tridentino

Funnily enough, Trento’s Cathedral AKA Duomo is situated within Piazza Duomo and it sometimes goes by its official title of Cattedrale di San Vigilio. Honestly, it’s one of the prettiest cathedrals I’ve ever seen . I love the colour of the stone and how it’s detailed without being over the top. The Duomo was first built around the 4th-century (though there have been  many updates since) just outside of the original city walls. It’s open every day except Tuesdays from 10:00-12:00 and 14:30-17:30, and just 14:30-17:30 on Sundays.

The Duomo is also right next to the Museo Diocesano Tridentino and I think they’re part of the same complex. The museum houses a lot of artefacts like paintings, sculptures, tapestries and a lot of items found in an excavation under the Cathedral itself around 50 years ago . The opening hours are a bit all over the place: Monday-Saturday from 9:30-12:30 then 14:00-17:30, Sundays 10:00-13:00 and then 14:00-18:00. Oh, but the museum is closed Tuesdays so I guess Tuesday ain’t a great day to visit Trento either!

Admission is €2 for the Duomo and €7 for the Duomo and the museum.

7. Cesare Battisti Mausoleum

I didn’t visit the Cesare Battisti Mausoleum but it’s supposed to be one of the top things to do in Trento so here it is on the list! It’s across the river Adige in the Piedicastello neighbourhood on a little hill so another great view (I do love a good viewpoint). Funnily enough, the mausoleum houses the remains of a guy called Cesare Battisti, would you believe. He was an activist for the unification of Italy which included communities on the borders like Trentino and Trieste.

There is an exhibition about Battisti inside the structure , too. The mausoleum and museum is open 9:00-19:00 every day and I  think  the mausoleum is free to visit but I’m not sure about the exhibition.

8. Teatro Sociale

The Teatro Sociale won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but if you like catching the odd opera every now and again, why not check out Teatro Sociale’s upcoming performance programme and see if there’s anything you’d like to watch?

Teatro Sociale is a gorgeous building and where the conference I attended was held. The rooms are so ornate and have clearly been well preserved despite a lot of contemporary updates. And the theatre itself is one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen. And they don’t just host touring operas but plays, musicians and dance performances, too.

9 Places to eat and drink in Trento

So I don’t expect you to be able to eat at nine different restaurants/bars/gelaterias in one day! But the nine I’ve listed are all great, so whichever gelateria/bar/restaurant you pick for your day trip to Trento will be a good one!

1. Il Gatto Gordo Bar

The first conference party was held at Il Gatto Gordo and it’s a really nice bar. It’s a great bar for aperitivo and their cocktails are very *extra* which is a plus for a hipster like me. I’m talking drinks served in actual coconuts and pineapples and we’re far away from a Thai beach where you might expect to be served drinks like that.

Il Gatto Gordo also serves gastropub food like stacked burgers and chicken wings.

2. La Gelateria

3. Uva e Menta Caffè

I didn’t get a chance to go to Uva e Menta but I really wish I did! Apparently it’s one of the best craft beer bars in Trento so I’m quite gutted. I think it’s a similar bar to Il Gatto Gordo but serves more traditional Italian food (pizza, pasta, etc., you know what Italian food looks like!). And its beer selection is better than it’s cocktail selection. It is a BrewPub after all so you’d expect the beer to be good!

4. Cherry Gelataria

Maybe the second-best gelateria in Trento (in my uneducated opinion) is Cherry Gelateria , but they still serve incredibly gelato. This is the place to visit if you want vegan gelato!

5. Ristorante al Vò

As a budget traveller, Ristorante al Vò isn’t normally a restaurant I would eat at but a three-course meal was included in my conference ticket price , and wow. It’s really bloody great food. So fresh and just one of the best meals I’ve ever had. If you have a bit more to spend on food in Trento then I’d definitely head here. And I don’t think it’s crazy  expensive, just a little pricer than most restaurants in Trento. I had a vegetarian flan, lasagne and something that resembled a posh Jaffa cake and they were all so good.

Everyone at the conference who has food restrictions ate at Ristorante al Vò and the owner’s mother even made the vegan eaters special gelato for dessert! You can’t go wrong with a friendly family restaurant in Italy, can you?

6. GROM Gelato

The final gelateria in Trento I’m recommending, GROM Gelato . It’s only after I visited GROM that I found out it’s a chain gelateria. But it’s still really delicious gelato so I don’t think that should make any difference. It was still beautiful and actually, maybe a little cheaper than the others.

7. Green Tower Ristorante Pizzeria

Green Tower Ristorante Pizzeria was the other three-course meal included in my conference ticket price. If you’re looking for a Napoli-style pizzeria in Trento (which is hands-down my favourite kind) then Green Tower is for you. The vegetarian pastry for start was lovely and the chocolate mousse for dessert was also delish but the buffalo mozzarella pizza was the biggest delight . It was so soft, you cut open the cheese and it oozed like cream. Absolutely divine. 10/10 would wolf down again.

8. Antica Birreria Pedavena

We visited Antica Birreria Pedavena on the last night of the conference in Trento for essentially a beer and pizza closing party. Birreria Pedavena is a BrewPub that looks more like a German/Austrian beer hall than anything traditionally Italian. I think the food is decent and it’s a great place to take the family for a nice evening meal because they have so  much space inside.

9. Hotel Aquila D’Oro

And finally, Hotel Aquila D’Oro ‘s downstairs restaurant is a great choice for aperitivo and some lighter bites, which is exactly why we went there. After a wine tasting, we felt like we needed to soak up some of the wine with, erm, an Aperol spritz (or a ‘Hugo’ cocktail seems to be all the rage in Northern Italy right now!) and bruschetta for me. They had loads of other lighter meals (salads, flatbreads, etc.) and a great selection of cheap cocktails which makes for a very happy Becca.

Accommodation in Trento

You might like to stay in a different part of the region of Trentino outside of Trento itself. Which is totally fair enough as there are lots to see in the Dolomites region! Of course, one of the main advantages of staying at one of the hotels in Trento is that you might be given a Trentino guest card and all the benefits that go with it. Hotels are reasonable in Trento which is good because there isn’t much choice. Definitely no hostels in Trento , either.

Though I can totally see why families, in particular, would prefer to book one of the Airbnbs in Trento . Again, they’re also quite affordably priced (you can book entire apartments for just over £30 a night) and might be the way to go if you’ve hired a car to explore more of the region.

And those are all the cool things to do in Trento, Italy in just one day! Are you planning a trip to Trento in the Trentino region and the Dolomites? Let me know in the comments below!

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What To Do in Trento: A Guide To Northern Italy’s Hidden Gem

Last updated on January 8th, 2024 at 10:57 am

In a super popular country like Italy, it’s hard to believe there are still hidden gems, but this article on what to do in Trento is here to prove otherwise.

Nestled in the embrace of the tall mountains that comprise the Italian Alps, Trento is an almost unbearably picturesque town. With so many fantastic things to do in Trento, its rich history and quintessentially Italian vibes, Trento is the ideal destination for a city break or a base for further exploration.

Here’s what to do in Trento for an Italian escape to remember.

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What To Do in Trento at a Glance

No matter its small size, Trento is remarkably diverse and appeals to all sorts of travellers. While in Trento, you can explore the town’s vast history , a pivotal moment of which was the Council of Trent . Held between 1545 and 1563, the Council of Trent defined the doctrines of the Catholic Church in response to the Protestant Reformation that emerged in Europe in the 16th century.

For art lovers, Trento is a treasure trove of museums and a wonder of Renaissance architecture and Baroque style . On the other hand, nature and outdoor activity enthusiasts won’t be disappointed either. Surrounded by mighty mountains, dramatic gorges and peaceful lakes, Trento has no shortage of natural wonders to escape to .

Trento Travel Tips

• Where is Trento: Trento is an Alpine town in Northern Italy and the capital of Trentino, which alongside South Tyrol, constitutes the region of Trentino-Alto Adige. It was part of Austria until 1919 when it became part of Italy. The city of Trento lies on the Adige River and it’s close to the Dolomites.
• Best time to visit Trento: Trento is a great city to visit either in the summer for hiking and nature activities or in winter for skiing and other winter sports.
• How many days in Trento: For Trento itself, two days to explore the entire town are enough. However, the region of Trentino has a lot to offer. Therefore, it makes sense to add a few days to plan some day trips to nearby wonders, such as Castel Beseno, one of the area’s most fascinating medieval castles.
• How to get to Trento: The closest airports to Trento are those of Bergamo (two hours by car), Verona (one hour by car), and Venice (two hours by car). From there, you can get to Trento either by renting a car at the airport or with Flixbus .
• Where to stay in Trento: Trento is home to several affordable luxurious hotels within a 15-minute drive from the city centre. Some lavish options with outstanding reviews include Be Place and Hotel Villa Madruzzo . On the other side, Torrione Trento boasts a perfect location in the heart of the city offering its guests lovely and comfortable rooms.
• How to get around Trento: Trento is a flat and walkable city. Most of the tourist attractions are within walking distance. Outside the city centre, you can use public transport. That said, the best way to explore the Trentino region is by hiring a car .

Travel Resources To Help You Plan Your Trip To Trento

• Take a Flixbus from/to Trento here .
• Take the train from/to Trento here .
• Find the best deals for your accommodation in Trento.
• Book the best tours with GetYourGuide or Viator in Trento.
• Venturing out of Trento on a dreamy Northern Italy road trip? Rent your car here!
• Travel without worries.  Click here  to buy your travel insurance .
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Top 20 Things To Do in Trento Italy

1. stroll around the historic centre of trento.

If you’re wondering what to do in Trento, the first thing should be to explore its historic centre. Trento is a Renaissance gem where yesteryear’s tales and secrets lie around every corner.

Today, beautiful frescoed homes mix with cobbled streets to guide you through a classic Italian city centre. Beginning in Piazza Dante , venture through the eye-catching Old Town towards the Buonconsiglio Castle and eventually Piazza Duomo .

Pedestrian streets blend in with the slow-moving traffic to create a calm atmosphere. Locals sip on espressos and the aromas dance out of some of Trento’s best restaurants. As always, don’t be afraid to wander and get lost. Trento’s narrow passageways are full of charm.

Take this guided walking tour to dive into the depths of Trento’s history.

2. Feel La Dolce Vita at Piazza Duomo

After exploring the historic centre in depth, stick around and enjoy the sweet life at Trento’s main square, Piazza del Duomo. The atmosphere here draws you in. You can also count on the people-watching being equally good as the square’s popular sites.

When you aren’t admiring the local lifestyle, you can gaze up at the impressive Duomo di Trento, the Cathedral of San Vigilio that stands on the square’s edge. On your way towards it, you’ll likely pass the alluring Neptune Fountain that was originally built in 1768. 

Another highlight of the square is the Palazzo Pretorio . Dating back to the 12th century, Torre Civica is one of the most elegant towers in Trento.

3. Catch Your Breath at Piazza Dante

A short walk from Trento’s train station, Piazza Dante presents a great contrast to the bustling Piazza Duomo. Where the latter is full of activity, culture and architecture, Piazza Dante heads the other way.

It’s more of an open green space , where families gather and you can catch your breath after a busy start to your time here. The open gardens are perfect for basking in the sun, enjoying a picnic or simply watching the world go by.

But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some enticing facades to admire. This is still Italy. Here, you can check out the Grand Hotel Trento , Palazzo della Regione and the statue of Dante Alighieri .

4. Visit Castello del Buonconsiglio

On your trek through the historic centre, be sure to spare plenty of time for Castello del Buonconsiglio, one of the best places to visit in Trento. From the 1200s to the late 18 th century, royalty lived here and it remains the largest castle in the region. Renovations mixed with changing architectural styles from different eras have led to an enormous complex that is all things medieval, Renaissance and Baroque.

As you explore, you’ll be struck by the imposing Torre Aquila , which is embellished with secular art. Within the fortress, you’ll also have time to enjoy Magno Palazzo and all of its Middle Age frescoes, alongside the beautiful garden. Last but not least, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a spectacular view from the castle’s terraces.

For opening hours and ticket prices, visit the official website .

5. Ride The Cable Car To Admire Epic Views

Speaking of views, nothing can beat nearby Sardagna . On the banks of the River Adige, a cable car soars up to the heavens, connecting the valley to the lofty town of Sardagna. Set on the precipice of Mount Bondone, this town is hundreds of metres above the world below. 

If you’re looking for a way to admire the beauty and scenery of Trento and the surrounding area from above, then this is the way to do it. From the viewing platform , not only can you experience the best views of the historic centre, but also the rolling river that courses through the spectacular Adige River valley.

The cable car begins in the morning and continues until night. Stay late and enjoy the best sunset in town. Check out ticket prices, timetables and the location of the cable car station here .

6. Sample The Exquisite Trento DOC Wine

Using traditional techniques, Trento DOC produces a vibrant, sparkling wine made purely of Trentino grapes . Harvested by hand, this is a lengthy process, one that has been handed down from generation to generation.

Months, even years, can pass to create a bottle that is up to their high standards. It’s a wine that represents the region’s landscapes, which span from high altitude to the warmth of the Mediterranean climate. 

Throughout the year, Trento DOC holds tasting events. Tours with wine tastings will also take you on-site and around one of Italy’s best wine regions.

7. Savour Delicious Italian Food

Trento’s location in the Dolomite Alps and its history as a part of Austria has led to a fascinating mix of eats that creates a new take on one of the world’s favourite cuisines .

The restaurant-to-population ratio in Trento is large. Some of the best we tried are Al Vò , with classic Dolomite cuisine including vegetarian dishes, and Green Tower if you’re itching for some fresh pizza.

Lastly, there’s Fosterbrau . This restaurant is a zesty mix of Italian and Austrian food with great vegetarian options. The beer is cold, there’s canederli, a northern Italian version of the knodel, and yes, pretzels.

Experience Trento’s authentic cuisine by dining at a local’s home for a memorable experience.

8. Eat Your Weight in Gelato

You’ll never be far from a gelateria when in Trento. In fact, you could find a dozen within the historic centre. You really can’t go wrong wherever you go. However, our favourite was Gelateria Cherry Trento , primarily because of the unique flavours they offer, such as fior di latte and pistachio .

9. Walk Along Via Belenzani

The wide-open Via Belenzani spans out from Piazza Duomo and marks yet another path to wander down. It’s famous because of the painted facades that act like an open-air gallery as you walk along. 

Historic palaces stand alongside each other, each decorated with intricate murals and frescoes. These span various eras and artistic styles. There are stories to discover, from historical tales to mythological motifs, while some of the art is purely a delightful addition to the building’s architectural design. The street is an artistic rainbow with its own restaurants, shops and gelaterias.

10. Discover The Quaintest Cafés

Italy has long had a strong coffee culture . An espresso is more than just a morning pick-me-up. It brings people together. It’s simply a way of life. Wander any of the Italian cities and you’ll see the older generations huddled at the bar sipping tiny cups of coffee. Squares are lined with families and friends, bringing a coffee-fueled conviviality to the atmosphere.

It’s no different here in Trento. In fact, you could argue it’s more poignant. Caffe al Castel , is a great place to dine on sweet treats and sip your cappuccino as you look up to the sprawling Buonconsiglio Castle. 

The charming La Vie en Rose combines amazing coffee with vegan cuisine (plus delightful decor). To top it off, Casa del Caffe faces the colourful townhouses along Via S. Pietro.

11. Get in The Depths of Trento’s Past

Guests staying at any of the accredited hotels in Trento will receive a Trentino Guest Card . This unlocks many of the town’s main attractions, allowing you to dive into its past and visit many of the top Trento attractions at a discount.

A part of Trento’s history that you’ll quickly become enchanted with dates back to the Roman times. This is best exemplified by the city of Tridentum . This Roman city lies beneath the very streets of Trento and excavations have unlocked an ancient world waiting for you to visit.

The slow progress of time allows you to venture through various eras from the Middle Ages, Renaissance and more recent centuries.

12. Explore The Museo Diocesano

If you’re still wondering what to do in Trento, your journey into Trento’s past doesn’t stop at Tridentum. You’ll have more opportunities with a visit to the Museo Diocesano Tridentino. The Tridentine Diocesan Museum is found within the Palazzo Pretorio on the edge of Piazza del Duomo.

Head inside to discover a rich treasure trove of religious artefacts, artworks and carved masterpieces . The permanent collection spans over 800 years, with works from the 13th to the 19th centuries, some dating as back as the 11th century.

You can see how artistic styles and wood carving techniques have shifted throughout time. Beyond that, you can uncover historic manuscripts, golden embroideries and sumptuous Flemish tapestries .

For opening hours and ticket prices, click here .

13. Don’t Skip The MUSE

The variation of exhibits makes a visit to the MUSE (Museum of Sciences of Trento) one of the best things to do in Trento for families. There are plenty of historic buildings in such a small town. But this museum is much more modern, designed by Renzo Piano and having been built in 2013.

Within is a captivating science museum spread across multiple levels. Each takes you to a unique landscape. These include local mountain geology to prehistoric climates, flower-rich fields and glacial expanses. The museum is very interactive , with several experiences that require all the senses. It helps to bring the museum to life.

Plan your visit to the MUSE here .

14. Enjoy a Riverside Walk

Coursing through Trento is the Adige River . Just outside of the historic centre you can make your way to the water’s edge and enjoy a nice early morning or evening riverside walk.

The trail guides you through the valley towards Ponte San Lorenzo . This is an old-time bridge with magnificent views along the river towards the ancient Chiesa di Sant Apollinaire . It’s been a religious site since the 500s, with the current church dating back to the 13th century. Continue past the Palazzo delle Albere , the MUSE and eventually the Le Albere pedestrian bridge .

15. See The Quirkiest Tunnels

One of the more unique things to do in Trento is to discover its quirky tunnels. It’s a case of fantastic urban renewal that has transformed two road tunnels into happening exhibition spaces.

The two tunnels, Galleria Nera and Galleria Bianca (Black and White tunnels) are now art and event spaces that have captured the hearts of locals. Galleria Nera is renowned for its large-scale installations. Galleria Bianca is used primarily for events. Temporary exhibitions are, of course, always changing, so there’s always something new to see.

16. Head To Piazza Fiera

Just a short stroll from Piazza Duomo is another popular square renowned for its bustling Christmas markets . Enveloped in old architecture and medieval fortress walls, Piazza Fiera feels like a warm hug.

Throughout the year, it’s a square with a great atmosphere. Crowds gather at dusk to enjoy the restaurants and get a nightcap. However, it goes to another level from mid-November to early January. This is when the Mercatini Di Natale takes place, transforming the square into a veritable winter wonderland.

17. Climb Up Doss Trento

You’ve stretched your legs in town, so why not do the same in the mountainside? We use the term mountain loosely as it’s more like a small hill. But we digress.

Trails take you up to Doss Trento, the perfect place to enjoy some lively views of the city below. However, the true highlight is the Cesare Battisti Mausoleum .

A hero of the Irredentist Movement, which allowed Trento to join Italy, Battisti was captured by the Austrians before the movement was complete. He now rests in the mausoleum that features 16 gorgeous marble columns.

18. Step Inside Teatro Sociale

Fancy a date night in Trento? Then book a pair of tickets to see a live show at the Teatro Sociale. Set within a historic palace, the theatre dates back to 1819 and has become a part of local folklore.

The Teatro Sociale ran shows continuously (outside of wartime) up until 1989 when it underwent 11 years of renovations. It has since regained its status as the most prestigious theatre in the region, where at any given night almost 700 theatregoers can gather in unison.

19. Be Amazed by The Orrido di Ponte Alto

Just ten minutes from the historic centre, in the town of Cognola , the amazing natural setting of the Orrido di Ponte Alto is worth visiting. Prepare to be captivated by the duo of tumble waterfalls that surge down 40 metres into a tapering gorge.

Fenced walkways guide you up the canyon’s face to various viewpoints, some directly above the falls. They provide all the excitement of rock climbing without the fear of falling. All visitors require a guide. But the fun history, such as the site’s 16th-century hydraulics , makes it worth having a knowledgeable companion.

20. Plan a Day Trip To Lake Garda

Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy , is around 90 minutes south of Trento. The gleaming, deep blue lake makes for the perfect day trip. But that’s before you factor in the surrounding mountains that envelope the water’s edge.

Travellers can head out early and make their way to the lakeside town of Riva del Garda on the northern shores. Spend some time exploring the adorable town before venturing onto the lake. You’ll have all the options for adventure at your disposal, from kayaks and SUPs to catamaran tours.

This full-day guided tour gives you a taste of several gorgeous villages scattered around Lake Garda.

Would You Visit Trentino & Trento?

Now that you know what to do in Trento, would you consider adding this lesser-known town to your Italy itinerary? If so, which of these top things to do in Trento would you be eager to explore? Let us know in the comments!

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30 INCREDIBLE THINGS TO DO IN TRENTINO

We will show you all the incredible things to do in Trentino, Italy for all the seasons. When thinking about Trentino you don't need to associate only winter and snow.

Last Update: December 4, 2023

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Talking about Italy our conversations are always going to the amazing region of Trentino. Some of the best travel memories are linked to our escape in summer in Trentino, last year. Before visiting this region in northern Italy we didn’t know about so many incredible things to do in Trentino . Trento, the largest city and the surrounding area is rich in amazing adventures, hidden paths and incredible gems.

Talking about Trentino, most people will think about mountains, the amazing lake Garda , the Dolomites and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo . People also think about Trentino for small, cute and remote villages, natural valleys and incredible scenarios.

If you stop yourself to think that Trentino is just that you will realize that there are some incredible adventures that you can do just here. We have tried to highlight the best things to do in Trento and Trentino for everyone, families, couples or just friends. This region has a lot to offer in every season, from summer sports to winter hikes.

Visit Trento Old Town

Enjoy the landscape from buonconsiglio castle in trento, enjoy the frescos in piazza duomo, cable car and view of trento, enjoy a spritz or a hugo as aperitif, visit the muse, climb the gorges of ponte alto, kayak in santa giustina lake and visit the unique parco fluviale novella, castle of cles, 10 – on the dolomites on an e-bike, 11 – picnic by the river, 12 – bees and sweet honey, enjoy a spa treatment, hit the slopes in winter, try the local cuisine, sip trento doc, visit the national park adamello, pass the suspension bridge “ragaiolo”, 19 – barefoot in the meadows, 20 – tree hugging, 21 – reach the chalet on the mountain peak, 22- rafting on river noce, 23 – enjoy riva del garda, 24 – enjoy the view from monte bondone, 25 – coffee taste in a typical torrefazione, visit the lake of toblino at sunset, 27 – stroll around lake tovel, 28 the best view from lake of bries, 29 – hike to the tre cime di lavaredo, 30 stroll around the little old town of rovereto, reach trento by car, to trento by plane, travel to trento by bus, compare the prices of the best hotels in trento, incredible things to do in trentino.

• 1 Visit Trento Old Town
• 2 Enjoy the landscape from Buonconsiglio Castle in Trento
• 3 Enjoy the frescos in Piazza Duomo
• 4 Cable Car and view of Trento
• 5 Enjoy a Spritz or a Hugo as Aperitif
• 6 Visit the Muse
• 7 Climb the Gorge
• 8 Kayak in Santa Giustina Lake and Canyon Rio Sass
• 9 Castle of Cles
• 10 Up to the Dolomites on E-bike
• 11 Picnic by the river
• 12 Bees and sweet honey
• 13 Enjoy a Spa treatment
• 14 Hit the slopes in winter
• 15 Try the amazing food
• 16 Sip Trento Doc
• 17 Visit the National Park Adamello
• 18 Pass the suspension bridge “Ragaiolo”
• 19 Barefoot in the meadows
• 20 Tree hugging
• 21 Reach the chalet up the mountain
• 22 Rafting on river Noce
• 23 Enjoy Riva del Garda
• 24 Enjoy the view from Monte Bondone
• 25 Coffee Taste in a Typical torrefazione
• 26 Visit the Lake of Toblino at sunset
• 27 Stroll Around Lake Tovel
• 28 Hike to the Tre Cime di Lavaredo
• 29 The best view from Lake of Bries

Things to do in Trento City

Trento is seen just as a transport hub, a point where it arrives to discover the Dolomites . Tourists arriving in Trento are mostly not that interested in discovering the city, which instead is really fascinating and rich in arts, culture and architecture.

Said that it is nice to walk around the city, discover the amazing Piazza Duomo with the ancient frescos on the side of the square. Being Italian we are used to this kind of architecture, but honestly, Trento has impressed us. Most of the city centre is walkable and traffic-free, the ideal to enjoy the city. Trento is in a valley and although there are some steep slopes, the whole city is mostly flat. 

After spending over a week in the city we are happy to say that Trento is worth visiting. Below are some of the reasons why you should visit Trento if you have the chance.

If you are willing to spend at least 2 days in Trentino, you are eligible to receive a Trentino Guest Car d for free . This special card will allow you to access for free in some of the touristic points mentioned, free transport around Trento and the surrounding area. Check more information on the local website.

Trento is a really old city, cute and compact. Thanks to a traffic-free city centre you will enjoy a walk around the main landmarks. The old town has been developed around the main square, Piazza Duomo.

This is the location where is the Cathedral of Trento and some of the noble palaces of the city. The Old Town of Trento is extended on one side to the other big square Piazza Dante , where is the train station and on the other side the Buonconsiglio Castle . The border of the city is marked with “Via Dietro le Mura” , which is the street with the old city wall. You can still see a section of the old wall in Piazza Fiera .

All around the old town you will find amazing cafes, boutiques, cute squares and little gardens. If you are visiting Trento in summer don’t miss the opportunity to have lunch or dinner at one of the local restaurants with outdoor seating.

As all the old towns in Italy, the magic is in the narrow alleys. This known as vicoli, sometimes tight, will take you from main streets to hidden gems passing by cross passages.

This place could have taken the number one position on our list of t hings to do in Trento easily. Anyway, you can’t miss the Buonconsiglio Castle. This amazing building is dated back to the 13th century, which has been renowned, abolished and expanded over the years. This palace was the residence of the Prince Bishops of Trento, offering a large view over the valley and safe shelter against invasions.

The building is a mix of many styles, from the main medieval part, Castelvecchio (Old Castle) , to the Renaissance addition of the Magno Palazzo (Great Palace) . The last upgrade of the castle was the Giunta Albertiana, which can be dated back to the 17th century and is decorated in Baroque style.

Over than just the incredible view and the photographic spots you can admire in the Buonconsiglio Castle , this awesome structure is hosting some of the best frescos in Italy. The side of Torre Aquila has got a cycle of frescoes inspired by the seasons and the months of the year. Being a rural place, far away from a big metropolis is really nice to understand how life was back in time. 

Location | Museo Castello Buonconsiglio Opening Hours | From Tuesday to Sunday 10 am to 6 pm Cost | FREE with Trentino Guest Card – 10€ Normal Access + 2€ for Torre Aquila

We have already mentioned that the Frescoes are one of the main attractions in Trento. We can’t avoid including those in our list of best things to do in Trentino. Admiring the frescos in Piazza Duomo is for free. You will be surprised at how beautiful those are. Even if you are just walking by Piazza Duomo you will recognize the Fresco.

Those are just in front of the Cathedral of the city, on the facade of the Cazuffi Rella Houses . The scenes painted on the walls are coming from the Greek mythological scenes, and are the perfect match with the fountain dedicated to Neptune in the centre of the square.

The frescoes are showing allegories of love, abundance and fate.

Trento is surrounded by mountains and so you understand that the view from above is stunning. There is a way that you can enjoy the panorama. Taking a cable car is an unmissable thing to do in Trento. From the riverside of the Adige , you can take the cable car all the way up to the Sardagna on Mount Bondone . You will reach 600 metres above sea level within less than five minutes.

From the top of the Sardagna, you will enjoy the view over Trento, with the river above and a stunning landscape over the mountains and the valley. Our experience on the top of Trento was unique . Grab your spritz at a local bar and enjoy the view. This place is the ideal to see the sunset in Trento and maybe the sunrise. 

Location | Cable Car Station of Valle – Trento Cost |   Ticket cost 5€ return – Free with Trentino Guest Card Opening Time | Every day from 7 am to 10.30 pm

We have started to mention the spritz already before, it is not Italy without the local traditional aperitif. In Trento it is common to make their own products, coming from tradition with organic procedures.

We enjoyed our stay in Trento so much, which made us almost go from a bar to bar for an entire afternoon. When you order an aperitif, which is mostly a pre-lunch or pre-dinner, you will get a glass of wine, spritz or mixed drink. This will be accompanied by small tasty portions like snacks, olives, nuts or focaccia and pizza. In Trento, you can try the local variation of Spritz. The Hugo is a typical drink of Trentino, made with local products. Inside the Hugo are well-mixed elderflower syrup , soda water and prosecco with mint .

Despite my initial reluctance, I have to admit that is so good and refreshing. We have enjoyed it well done in Piazza Duomo at the Cafe’ 34 and VINOM Enoteca & Wine Bar.

Even that there are many other places serving an awesome aperitif all over Trento.

Just about 20 minutes walking from the city centre there is the MUSE, the Museum of Natural Science. This place is completely customized for kids, with learning paths, live experiments and amazing activities.

Consisting of 4 floors, divided into sections which are mostly dedicated to the Alps, flora and fauna. The Muse is amazing to discover how things work from the chemistry and physics side.

Location | MUSE Science Museum of Trento Opening Hours | Tuesday to Friday from 10 am to 6 pm – Sat and Sun open until 7 pm, The Muse is closed on Monday Cost |   Entrance fee is 10€ – Free with Trentino Guest Card

Speaking of climbing, which is not secondary in Trentino , all surrounded by the dolomites, we have to include the powerful adrenaline to climb a gorge with a water stream on your side. It was the first time for me and was incredible. After visiting the amazing internal path of the gorges of Ponte Alto, ideal for photography and incredible to understand how many gallons of water are pumped down by the mountain every day.

We ended in the wild, climbing a steep rock, down the gorges. It was like in a funnel, where we were at an inch from the water, and I was too brave to reach it and touch it. (Assisted by a local experienced guide) .

Over than just this incredible experience, the gorge of Ponte Alto, often associated with the name of “Orrido di Ponte Alto” in the local language, is wonderful engineering work. To prevent the flooding of Trento, in the 16th century the course of the river was altered.

This created two amazing waterfalls, unimaginable for that time. For security reasons, you can visit the gorge only with a guided tour which you don’t need to pre-book online.

Location | Gorge of Ponte Alto Guidate Entrance Cost | Free with Trentino Guest Card or €5 euro for adults, and €3 euro for children between 6 and 12 years old. Opening Time | Winter Time from 10 AM to 4 PM and Summer Time from 10 AM to 6 PM

Things to do in Trentino Val di Non

Many people associate Trentino with winter sports, which is a mistaken assumption. This amazing region in Northern Italy has a lot to offer also in spring and summer when the temperatures are mild and ideal for outdoor activities.

Renting a Kayak in Santa Giustina Lake will be one of the best things to do in Trentino. This place is in the heart of Val di Non , a part of Trentino well known for the production of tasty and fine apples. The lake of Santa Giustina is an artificial dam, very large and surrounded by meadows and vineyard.

Take a guide with you which will explain the surrounding area. Be aware that the lake is windy and accordingly with your fitness, you should go far or stay close to the bank.

While going on a kayak on the water surface of the lake, you can get inside the narrow walls of an ancient canyon. The Canyons of Santa Giustina Lake has been carved in the rocks for ages, forming part of the Fluvial Park of Novella Santa Giustina.

Location | Lake of Santa Giustina – Val di non Tours | Fluvial Park Novella Santa Giustina Activities

This side of Trentino is rich with incredible attractions and insane beauty. Apart from the Buonconsiglio Castle, please note down the Castle of Cles as a thing to do in Trentino. This incredible fortification overlooking Santa Giustina Lake is the perfect spot for photography enthusiasts.

Unfortunately is not permitted to visit the intern of this Royal Palace, but already the facades and the surrounding scenario will give you happiness. In summer, from time to time, the castle will be open to the public for special events.

Things to do in Trentino Val di Sole

This could be the most adrenaline thing to do in Trentino. Was incredible to hike up the Dolomites on two wheels. We have reached 2000 metres, through a rough path up to the Malga Monte Sole . This place is also an amazing Hotel and Restaurant where you can taste the local cuisine.

The view from the top is insane, and even in summer, you can see the glacier of Adamello . To give you some direction, you are just above Madonna di Campiglio and Dimaro , location of some of the best ski chalets in Italy.

Location |  Malga Monte Sole Chalet

One of the main reasons to visit Trentino is for sure the direct contact with nature, the surrounding and the hearth elements. This part of Italy has got everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Part of the relax is to be free to walk barefoot by the river, enjoy a glass of Trento Doc with some snacks on the side.

More than just an activity, this suggestion is the heart of the many things to do in Trentino, even if your holiday is short. The sounds of the river stream, without cars of human sounds around, will relax the body but mostly the mind.

Immersed in the pristine nature of Val di Rabbi, there are a small windmill and museum dedicated to our little friends, bees. The MMape is a small world that will take the visitors to the sweet corner of bee culture.

The experience is incredible, while I (Toti) have a phobia of bees, Alessia did this activity alone and was incredibly surprised back in the hotel.

For her, it was an incredible journey across the five senses, with direct contact with nature. A trained instructor will assist guests on the extraction of the honey, daily care and obviously the later sweet taste of the nectar.

Location | Via al Molin, 3, 38027 Croviana TN, Italy Cost | Free with Trentino Guest Card or 5 euros for adults and 3 euros for children up to 14 years old Opening Hours | Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 AM to 1 PM and from 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM

If you are willing to have a relaxing holiday you can see that Trentino has got a lot of things to offer. While exploring the amazing Val di Sole we have been to the Monroc Hotel.

A superb 4-star hotel close to the ski lift. The hotel has got some of the best features, so you can enjoy an incredible SPA just inside the building. The Spa Treatment, steam room, Jacuzzi and chrome and aromatherapy paths will take your holidays to the next level.

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You can’t visit Trentino without thinking about hitting the slopes. This region has some of the best ski chalets and huts in the whole country. The high summits of Dolomites are a dream come true for every ski enthusiast.

If you are willing to visit Trentino in winter, it is best that you check your next accommodation in Madonna di Campiglio , Dimaro , Folgarida or Bormio .

We have been surprised by the local cuisine of Trentino. While Italian we know that the bel paese has a culinary tradition well-rooted in modern cuisine, but this region has been a blast for us. If you don’t know the local dishes change from region to region in Italy, and in Trentino is mostly influenced by the close border with Austria and so German cuisine .

Something that we have tried before, but has been a totally new taste are the local pasta, the Strangolapreti . Translated “strangle the priest” are served in all kinds of ways but mostly with the game or local sausage. Another amazing dish to try is the dumplings, those are filled with spinach and melted cheese and butter.

What Toti loved at most is the speck. This is a traditional smoked ham, which is tasty and can be enriched in many ways, some also include the use of honey. Obviously to try the local cheese, mushrooms and the meat of deer.

After the dish tips, you have to accompany your lunch or dinner with an amazing wine or spumante. The Trento Doc is a local answer to the spumante. Don’t associate it with the traditional brut and dry you can find in the supermarket. The Trento Doc is a high-level sparkly wine which can be found just in Trentino.

The aromatic taste is unique and is worth trying also for aperitif or dinner in style.

In part we have covered the Adamello National Park already before, but it is good to mention this amazing natural area once again.

We bet that you have seen some photos from the incredible picks of the Dolomites , mostly those that are shot from here. The Brenta Dolomites and the Adamello glacier are the favourites of tourists and photographers. On a clear day, the picks of Brenta Dolomites burn at sunset, turning the shadows colours in red. This natural park is 620.51 sq Km and is the largest protected area in Trentino.

The top picks reach over 3500 metres, while the smallest altitude is 477 metres. The Adamello Glacier is one of the largest existing in Europe, it can be seen also in summer.

Inside the National Park Adamello, there is a fairytales bridge passing side to side, across a fascinating and powerful waterfall.

The suspension bridge Ragaiolo is also known as the Tibetan Bridge. It is a 100 metres-long rope bridge , suspended 60 metres over the Ragaiolo waterfall. If you are afraid of heights, don’t cross the bridge, despite crossing it is really safe and incredible.

From the top of the bridge, you will feel some water splashes, which testifies to the power of the waterfall.

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Being in a protected natural area will also leave you just surrounded by nature. Our guide was insisting that only getting an intimate touch with nature will help you to breath free. We don’t think of that, but taking off your shoes and being free to walk on the meadows has got a powerful stimulation for the whole body and for blood circulation.

Also, take the chance to put your feet in a fresh stream directly from the highest summit. It is so amazing.

Talking about intimate contact with nature, you can also go Tree Hugging. Leaving your mind apart for a minute, you will go in a peaceful moment of relaxation away from time and space.

That was our experience tree-hugging in the Adamello Brenta National Park . It was the ideal after a long train on the paths of the inside natural reserve.

The best places are the one away from the crowds, where the products are fresh, the air is good and pristine and the animals can graze free.

Reaching the chalet up the mountain will give you another dimension of fresh products and a freedom feeling. Like the one we have got after the long trail from Val di Rabbi inside the Adamello National Park.

If you have still a little space for incredible adventures, why not go for a rafting activity on the river Noce. Early birds come with us. At the sunrise when the air is fresh and the daylights still young, you can take a raft and enjoy the energy of the water in Trentino .

There are different paths and the average session is about 2 hours long. When we experienced the rafting, it was really hard because until the night before the river was overflowing, making it impossible to go for this activity. While the day after the water level was reasonable to go rafting.

The prices are also cheap compared to many other places we have been before, from 20€ to higher depending on the path and length.

Some Rafting Booking you can make in advance: River Rafting for Families Rafting Extreme Rafting in the River (a group of 6)

If you are enjoying the calm of Trentino you should experience the unwind by the lake. This region is well known for the impressive lakes, one of the most important is Lake Garda. Location of fabulous scenario all around the banks of the river there are small and medium villages.

Riva del Garda is one of the most famous places around the homonyms lake, on the northern shores, just an hour away, driving from Trento. You can reach it also by bus from Piazza Dante, which takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, passing by amazing landscapes.

Things to do in Riva del Garda | Enjoy a MiniCruise or a thermal park entry for a day . Book here your full day tour of Lake Garda !

We have already mentioned Monte Bondone or Mount Bondone talking about the cable car of Trento. This area is pretty awesome for winter enthusiasts looking for incredible slopes. Monte Bondone, in fact, has got more than 20km slopes for every level and is just half an hour away driving from Trento. The roads are pretty easy and can be reached even with heavy snow.

While we visited the summit of Mount Bondone in summer we enjoyed the landscape and the amazing sunset over the dolomites . This place is ideal for summer hikes or e-bike cycling paths . If you love climbing, this place is ideal with many routes to practice. If you are brave you can go to Mount Bondone Adventure Park and try the circuits, like the zip lines.

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Knowing the local traditions is the first step to get an intimate approach with your next trip. If you are willing to visit this amazing region, it is well to know that you should write down in your list of things to do in Trentino to visit a local roastery.

The roastery is known in Italian as Torrefazione , and the recipes are coming from the ancient traditions. In Italy we taste coffee in one shot, incredible but true. We know well when a coffee is good or tastes really bad. In Trentino there are many roasteries really well, most of them are surrounding the area of Trento.

The local roastery we have visited and highly recommend you is in Rovereto. Look for Caffè Bontadi .

The best lakes to visit in the Dolomites

That has been one of the most magical moments in our whole trip in Trentino. The amazing Lake of Toblino is a fairytale place with an awesome castle right in the middle and the summit of the dolomites at the back.

The purpose of our trip to the lake was a photographic session, which ended up becoming the best experience for both, but especially for Alessia.

Remaining on the lake topic, why don’t mention the Lake of Tovel and the incredible legends related to it.

Often associated as the red lake, this amazing water mirror is surrounded by forest and snowy mountains even in summer. It is awesome to follow the trail along the lake and enjoy the light games on the water. The Lake Tovel has got an incredible legend that wants the water becoming completely Red.

This strange phenomena even if associated with myths and legends is because of the strong concentration of an alga, the “glenodium sanguineum “. Unfortunately it’s been over 50 years that it is not happening anymore because of the weak concentration.

This is one of the most interesting places in Trentino, Lake Bries is becoming so popular among tourists because of the incredible scenario. The blue turquoise water, uncommon for a lake, makes the perfect reflection mirror for the snowy alps surrounding the basin. The lake of Bries is one of the most instagrammable places in Trentino and a must-visit in the region.

While discovering the lake you can rent a boat and go right in the middle of it, from there you will enjoy an incredible view. If you want to follow the trail along the lakeside, the path is quite narrow in some points and often too crowded. Because of that we suggest visiting the spot early in the morning to enjoy the quiet and wild nature.

If we have to talk about photographic spots in Trentino it is impossible not to mention the Tre Cime di Lavaredo . This is an iconic hike path up the Dolomites, becoming a symbol of Italian Alps. Often associated with the name of “tre cime” or by the German “ Drei Zinnen”, it’s a mass consisting of three peaks. The highest one, Cima Grande is 2,999 metres, the Cima Ovest is 2,973 and the Cima Piccola is 2,857 metres above sea level.

Once the Tre Cime di Lavaredo were the border with Austria, today those are just part of Italy South Tyrol , and still facing a double language-speaking split. You can reach the viewpoint of the peaks easily, following local guides even in winter.

Rovereto is a cute town a few minutes away from Trento. From many it is seen as a version of Trento in a more modern way. The presence of the MART , the modern and contemporary art museum is giving to this place more appeal among tourists. This fascinating museum is hosting over 20,000 artworks from artists from all over the world.

You can enjoy the part with the permanent collection, but also take advantage of exclusive Exhibition s. Even if you are not keen to visit the Mart, you can still enjoy the architecture of Rovereto. This city is so romantic and unique, which gives you the best at night.

How to get to Trento

It is maybe the best way to reach Trento. Through the highway A22, you can reach the city and go forward to the border with Austria and Germany. The A22 is connecting Trento with the nearest Verona, which is served by an international airport. From there you can rent a car or start your journey with a guide.

As said the nearest airport to Trento is Verona , there are no airports in the city, but just a heliport mostly used for military and emergency purposes. Verona is away just one-hour driving, but closest by there are also opportunities to find bargain landing in Bergamo and Venice airport. The last two airports are away just 2 hours driving.

From Verona, you can reach Trento by train from the main station in the city centre, Verona Porta Nuova. If you want to reach Trento from Bergamo or Venice you can also book with Flixibus , which is cheap and comfy. There are also opportunities to reach Madonna di Campiglio and the slopes through Flixbus. (Hey… Check out our post about how to spend a weekend in Venice )

The train station in Trento is right in the city centre, it’s also a hub for the trains going through the border with Austria. There is a regular connection to Verona, Innsbruck and Munich . We took the train from Bologna to Trento, with final destination Munich, without any change in Verona.

As said before there are a lot of connections by bus to Trento. Flixbus is the main company which serves the route with many departures and destinations all over Italy. You can also plan a trip by bus to Trento starting or going to Germany and Austria.

Where to Stay in Trento

Trento is not a big city but is fully functional to attract and host tourists. It is a welcoming city with a wide range of places to stay. From luxurious hotels with a view over the mountains surrounding the city to a more budget-friendly option. Trento is the ideal for all tastes, with hostels and Airbnb going very well especially in summer.

During our stay in Trentino, we have been in an Airbnb which was the ideal to reach the city centre and the top attractions of Trento. Later, while exploring the valleys we have been in luxurious hotels with views over the valley and the alps, or just surrounded by nature in a local “Agriturismo” . Obviously depending on your plans to visit Trentino, you should choose your accommodation. Below are our suggestions on where to stay in Trento.

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Explore Trentino: what to see, where to stay and what to eat

Arguably italy’s best-kept secret, trentino is a mediterranean idyll in the heart of the italian alps. its location may promise breathtaking scenery, but there's plenty more beyond that – whether that's exploring ancient cities, cycling through vineyards or sipping the region’s award-winning sparkling wine., why go to trentino.

Trentino isn’t as well known as its neighbouring province of Verona – and that’s just the way the locals like it. Nestled among the mountains and valleys of northern Italy, this region has a serenity you won’t find in some of the country’s more famous areas. Here, life is unhurried but never dull, indulgent but never excessive and rustic yet always refined. If you’re looking for la dolce vita, it doesn’t get much sweeter than this.

That’s not to say Trentino’s story is straightforward though. Its unique history is never far from the surface, with the scars of the First World War – during which the Dolomites became a deadly battleground – and the collapse of the Austrian Empire still evident at many of the province’s cultural sites. To this day, a bell in Trentino’s second city, Rovereto, tolls one hundred times every evening as dusk falls over the valley. It’s a poignant symbol of peace in a region that now epitomises harmony, balance and wellbeing.

History is etched into every cobble in Trentino. But tradition always goes hand in hand with innovation, whether they’re combined in exciting dishes at some of the area’s most spectacular restaurants or in exhibitions at its modern art museums. It’s the dream destination for anyone who appreciates the finer things in life.

The best things to do in Trentino

Explore the region by bike.

Whether you’re a confident cyclist or a complete beginner, biking through Trentino is the perfect way to experience the region from a whole new perspective. On miles of cycle paths, weave your way through world-class vineyards that shelter you from the main roads. Up for a challenge? Head uphill to Castello di Avio , an ancient fortress overlooking the Adige Valley. The steep cobbled streets will mean you’ve earned your lunch at the Locanda al Castello. If you prefer to keep things leisurely, opt for an e-bike, which you can easily hire for around £25 (€30) per day.

Discover the best Trentino museums and galleries

From modern art to Roman artefacts, Trentino’s museums and galleries are full of pieces that offer an insight into this fascinating area. Get under the skin of Riva del Garda at the Museo Alta Garda (MAG) , where you’ll discover everything from contemporary paintings of Italy’s most famous lake to eye-opening photographs of the town under Austrian rule.

In Rovereto, be sure to visit the Museu di arte moderna e contemporanea di Trento e Rovereto (MART) . It’s worth seeing for the building alone – modelled on the Pantheon in Rome, the gallery will take your breath away before you even enter the exhibitions. And once you’re inside, the art isn’t confined to the walls. Visitors who stop off at the museum bistro can enjoy an in-house MART burger embossed with the gallery’s distinctive domed roof.

Get a taste of the good life with a vineyard tour

The San Leonardo wine estate is a world in miniature. An award-winning vineyard, thousand-year-old monastery, family museum and the ancestral home of the Marquis Guerrieri Gonzaga, the estate has many strings to its bow – but like everything in Trentino, it’s managed to find the perfect balance.

San Leonardo wine has been drunk by the likes of Barack Obama and the Pope. That means you’ll be in distinguished company if you opt for the estate’s two-hour guided tour and wine tasting experience (£76/€90pp). The tour will take you behind the scenes of one of Trentino’s most exclusive vineyards before you relax in the rose garden to sample a selection of its finest whites, rosés and reds.

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Enjoy an aperitivo onboard a sailboat

What could be better than sailing across Lake Garda at sunset with a glass of Ferrari Trentodoc in hand?. This gourmet aperitivo experience is a three-hour excursion across iconic Italian waters, available for up to eight people. Discover the story behind an abandoned hotel that perches on the rocks above the waves, all while delighting your senses with an array of sweet and savoury bites.

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The best Trentino hotels and campsites

From luxury hotels to starlit campsites, you’ll find accommodation to suit anyone’s taste in Trentino. Located in the heart of Rovereto, Hotel Leon d’Oro is the perfect base if you want convenience without compromising on the little details: think attentive staff, soundproof walls and even a stunning mirrored ceiling in the foyer. Guests at the back of the hotel can enjoy beautiful mountain views from their bedrooms, so tearing yourself out of bed might be tricky – but a fresh breakfast buffet and swimming pool await those who manage.

If you’re after the full 5-star experience, head to the historic Lido Palace , which has stood on the northern shores of Lake Garda since 1899. Offering gourmet breakfasts overlooking the lake, 42 luxurious suites and dog-friendly facilities for those travelling with their four-legged friend, this hotel and spa is just a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Riva del Garda.

Alternatively, lovers of the great outdoors are spoilt for choice when it comes to camping and glamping spots. With Alpine forests, turquoise waters and the awe-inspiring Dolomites (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Trentino boasts some of the most diverse scenery in Italy. Average summer temperatures of up to 28°C (82°F) make the region perfect for outdoor adventures. Some of its top-rated campsites include Camping Al Lago – where you’ll find a selection of mobile homes, safari tents and wooden huts on the banks of Lake Garda – and Camping Vidor , a family-friendly wellness resort with views of the Dolomites on every side.

Where to eat in Trentino

You’re never far from your next meal in Trentino. The appreciation of good food and drink underpins almost every aspect of life here, from the olive vineyards that carpet the valleys to regional dishes steeped in history. Absolute must-tries include strozzapreti (or ‘priest stranglers’), supposedly named because greedy priests would gobble this delicious pasta so quickly they would choke.

One of Italy’s premier wine regions, Trentino is also world-famous for its Trentodoc sparkling wine. Or rather, it could be world-famous. When asked about importing the wine to a London restaurant, one supplier humorously requested that Trentodoc be kept a secret. It might not have the global reputation of Champagne or prosecco, but many Italians believe it’s better for it. After all, this drink is perhaps best enjoyed among the hills and breezes that give it its distinctive body.

For local cuisine served with a side of spectacular views, Casa del Vino in Isera – a village a few minutes from Rovereto by car – should be at the top of your list. This restaurant and wine bar is tucked inside a 17th-century palazzo, a building that’s been restored with the same attention to detail that goes into every dish. The menu changes daily to reflect the availability of local ingredients. Look out for the rabbit wrapped in pancetta, apple salad with regional cheese and show-stopping tiramisù.

There’s no shortage of coffee spots in Rovereto itself. If a slow morning of people-watching with a cappuccino is on the cards, head to Caffè Bontadi in the centre of Piazza Cesare Battisti. This café, which is owned by the oldest coffee roasting company in Italy, is located in a lively square just off one of the town’s main streets. Enjoy quintessentially Italian coffee beside the Fountain of Neptune, a landmark dating back to 1736, before heading around the corner to explore Bontadi’s quirky museum of coffee machines, cups and saucers.

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Getting to Trentino

Trentino is easy to reach from many major cities. Although there aren’t any airports in Trentino itself, you can drive to the region in one to two hours from Verona, Bergamo, Milan, Venice and Bologna airports.

There’s also a train station in Rovereto, which you can reach in less than an hour from Verona Porta Nuova, Verona’s main station. If you’re planning to travel by train from further afield, long-distance Italian and European trains serve both Trento and Rovereto stations.

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How to Visit Trento, a Charming Italian Town in the Dolomites

This past June I had the chance to visit Trento, a pretty, highly underrated town in northern Italy. I was there for a few days for a conference, so I thought I’d share a bit of what I got up to!

If you’re counting, yes, that means I went to my third travel conference in one year. Who even am I?! And I even spoke at this one! Milou and I spoke about our group, Female Digital Nomads, which has over 50,000 members on Facebook now. It was pretty exciting and nerve-wracking!

Anyway, besides our talk, we had about 4+ days to enjoy this tiny town while getting to know other travel bloggers and eat a  lot  good food! Here’s the lowdown:

Where is Trento?

Okay, so this might be confusing, but there’s the city of Trento, which is what I’m talking about, and the “autonomous province of Trento,” which covers a lot more ground. The northern province is much more commonly known as Trentino, and the city of Trento is its capital.

The city sits in the Adige Valley and is surrounded by the Dolomite Mountains, so the views are about as beautiful as you’re probably imagining at the moment.

Why Trento?

First of all, Trento is  beautiful , and it’s kind of what you’d expect a smaller Italian city to be like. Besides all of us there for Traverse, it wasn’t as touristy as say Rome or Milan, and I’d say it was even less touristy than somewhere like Verona . Everywhere we walked in the town was beautiful, and I kept looking up at all the facades and architecture. I haven’t been to Turin yet, but I imagine it’s how Elissa felt when she was there!

For a bit of history, Trento dates quite far back. Its name actually comes from the Celtic word “Trent,” and it was eventually brought into the Roman Empire. Trento hasn’t always been Italian, either. The Austrian Hapsburgs ruled the area from the 1300s to 1918 until, after WWI, Trento became a part of Italy once more.

How to Visit Trento

How to get to trento.

It’s pretty easy to get to Trento, and we both arrived and left via train from Verona. I have a lot of tips for traveling Italy by train here , but basically you just want to make sure you buy your tickets from Tren Italia. “Second Class” is still quite nice, so I’d go for the cheapest option and just save yourself some money. Don’t forget to “validate” your ticket at one of the little box things before you try to ride. It’s the dumbest, most inefficient step I’ve ever seen, but it’s necessary.

If you’re flying into Italy, the closest airports are either in Milan or Verona. You could, of course, also rent a car at one of those airports and drive. But unless you’re planning to drive around Lake Garda or somewhere more remote, you won’t really need it.

How to Get Around Trento

Walk! No, seriously, I don’t think I ever needed to walk more than 10 minutes in one direction to get around. We stayed at the Grand Hotel Trento , and it was literally right across a small park from the train station! There are signs everywhere to help guide you, but, of course, Google Maps is always handy.

Where to Stay in Trento

Like I said above, we stayed at Grand Hotel Trento. It’s where Traverse & Visit Trentino put us up since we were speakers, and it was such a lovely hotel! It had the BEST views of the mountains both just from our window and up on the sixth floor terrace. The rooms were comfortable, and the breakfast was amazing. Like, don’t miss it. Book n ow

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Best Places to Visit in Trento

Trento is a small, underrated place, so in terms of must-see places, there are very few right in town. Of course, the adventurous things to do in the nearby Dolomites or region of Trentino are endless. Just listening to other Traverse members chat about their post-trips, we heard of everything from hiking to horseback riding to mountaintop yoga to barefoot tree hugging (no, I’m not kidding!).

However, there are a few spots in the main part of town that would be a shame to miss. Here’s what I got around to in my free time:

Castello del Buonconsiglio

I mean, if you’re staying in a town with a castle, it seems a bit criminal to  not visit said castle. Castello del Buonconsiglio dates back to the 1200s when it became the seat of the Bishopric of Trent. Today it’s now a museum and home to the Provincial Gallery of Art. You can tour the different rooms and see various installations and history related to Trento, but, of course, the best spot to see is the viewpoint from the 3rd floor! I also loved looking up and seeing all the ceilings.

The View from Funvia Trento

You HAVE to check out Trento’s cable cars! It’s super easy to walk to the entrance across the river and get there. If you don’t have the Trentino Card, I think it was maybe 5 euros round trip. Just grab a ride up to the top and go grab drinks or lunch at the little restaurant there. You can also follow a walking trail as we saw on a map, but we never went beyond the drinks.

Piazza del Duomo

The main square is the Piazza del Duomo, and you’ll know you’re there by the giant fountain in the middle! As you might guess from the name, it’s where the duomo of Trento is. Traverse’s main area was around this square, so we were here pretty frequently in between sessions. Get the gelato! So yummy.

Le Gallerie at the Tunnels of Piedicastello

Our opening party was held here, and I thought it was quite a cool way to repurpose old highway tunnels into something modern! Both the tunnels have installations but they’re also used for events like ours. They’re around where the cable car entrance is across the river, so it might be nice to stop by and see them, even if just from the outside!

Tours in Trento

Of course, I only touched on the history and the places to see in Trento! If you want to get more of a guided experience, try this historical walking tour .

Where to Eat in Trento

I feel like I spent a good portion of my time in between sessions eating! We were treated to some great places for lunch and I visited some different areas on my own. Also, I didn’t have my camera on me all the time so when I actually went back to look at my photos I only got a really nice photo of one of my meals… Oops!

Ristorante Osio Grigio

This is one of the places I had for lunch. It’s definitely more of a finer dining establishment. We had a vegetable flan, risotto, and this nice sort of iced cream or custard type thing with warm berries in the middle.

Pizzeria al Duomo

You really can’t go wrong with a good pizza place. This was another place I had for my lunch, and it was  delicious ! I got the Trentino pizza, which I highly recommend.

Place that had pasta at 5pm

So, around 5pm after I went up the cable car, I was  really craving pasta. I hadn’t eaten lunch that day, so I was quite hungry. Of course, this is Italy, so most places that serve pasta are closed at 5pm! Dinner doesn’t really get started here until 7 or 8pm. However, I did find this one little place that has it! It’s almost a shabby looking area, but the pasta bolognese was delicious, and it hit my craving a good 2 hours before I could eat dinner. I can’t remember the name, and I couldn’t find it on Google Maps, but it’s somewhere along Via Roma. Hopefully, you’ll eat lunch at a normal time though and not need to go hunting at 5pm!

Clesio Restaurant

When Milou and I first got to Trento, we dropped our things off and went to the hotel restaurant for lunch! We naturally got pasta haha. It’s another finer dining place, and I got the ravioli while she got the spaghetti. Also, the hotel has breakfast which is  awesome . There’s a huge spread with American options like scrambled eggs and pastries galore.

Gelato shops

Can’t go to Italy and not get gelato. My favorite spot was in Piazza del Duomo, and I wound up going there twice. Heck, we even saw one open at like 2am on our way to the bar!

Gatto Gordo

We had the welcoming party at Gatto Gordo! I don’t know too much about it besides our party, which was mostly drinks and some side food. Nice place for a drink and to relax before you go to dinner.

Pizza place next to Gatto Gordo

Right next to Gatto Gordo is a cheap, delicious pizza place. It reminded me of the 1 or 2 euro places that were always opened super late at night in Madrid after we left the clubs. Kind of funny that as a student I thought they were too expensive, and now, I think they’re a total steal. Ha!

I think that’s about it on my tips for planning your own visit to Trento, Italy! I already know I want to return and see more of the Dolomites in the future .

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