My ultimate experience guidebook
Food scene
Our favorite restaurant in Città della Pieve, Opened in 1962 their Cacio Pepe is probably the best we've had in all of Italy, Top tip, Reservations recommended, And ask the waiter to translate the first page of their menu which is always packed with delicious local specialities.
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Trattoria Bruno Coppetta
90 Via Pietro VannucciOur favorite restaurant in Città della Pieve, Opened in 1962 their Cacio Pepe is probably the best we've had in all of Italy, Top tip, Reservations recommended, And ask the waiter to translate the first page of their menu which is always packed with delicious local specialities.
Excellent short crust pizza's Indoor and outdoor dining, friendly service and seasonal specials, In summertime, if you are not in the mood for pizza order the Orata, a delicious mediterranean seabass or fabulous flame gilled local sausage.
Ristorante Taverna del Perugino
37 Via Pietro VannucciExcellent short crust pizza's Indoor and outdoor dining, friendly service and seasonal specials, In summertime, if you are not in the mood for pizza order the Orata, a delicious mediterranean seabass or fabulous flame gilled local sausage.
From early morning coffee and croissants fresh from the bakers oven to early evening Aperitivo the counter at this popular cafe is always full of mouthwatering dolce, And top tip, They serve amazing pizza by the slice.
Caffé Matucci ( Bar Pippo )
1 Via Vittorio VenetoFrom early morning coffee and croissants fresh from the bakers oven to early evening Aperitivo the counter at this popular cafe is always full of mouthwatering dolce, And top tip, They serve amazing pizza by the slice.
A chic, sophisticted gastro dome where you might see anyone from the Italian Prime minister to and an A list celebrity or pop superstar. An unexpected addition to Città della Pieve's food scene opened in 2019 it is well worth a visit and the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. For those on a smaller budget go for aperitivo and sample their flight of tasting plates which is very affordable. It is well worth a visit if only to admire the stunning architecture and design.
Top tip, The space is often closed for private events so do check in advance that it will be open - even for drinks.
They also have their own cookery school and private classes are available.
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18 Via CappucciniA chic, sophisticted gastro dome where you might see anyone from the Italian Prime minister to and an A list celebrity or pop superstar. An unexpected addition to Città della Pieve's food scene opened in 2019 it is well worth a visit and the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. For those on a smaller budget go for aperitivo and sample their flight of tasting plates which is very affordable. It is well worth a visit if only to admire the stunning architecture and design.
Top tip, The space is often closed for private events so do check in advance that it will be open - even for drinks.
They also have their own cookery school and private classes are available.
Theatre, music, dance.
A stunning circular chocolate-box theatre modeled on La Scala in Milan it hosts local and international theatrical and classical productions throughout the year. Details are available from the tourist office in town.
Teatro degli Avvaloranti
Via Pò di MezzoA stunning circular chocolate-box theatre modeled on La Scala in Milan it hosts local and international theatrical and classical productions throughout the year. Details are available from the tourist office in town.
Spazio Kossuth
34 Via Pietro VannucciMuseum, art and performance space in the heart of Città della Pieve
Wine bars
Trendy neighborhood bar and cafe with lovely outdoor seating in the towns main square. Here you can enjoy cosmopolitan cocktails, pastries and light lunch snacks. Perfect spot for people watching.
Enoteca Fibonacci
1 Piazza Antonio GramsciTrendy neighborhood bar and cafe with lovely outdoor seating in the towns main square. Here you can enjoy cosmopolitan cocktails, pastries and light lunch snacks. Perfect spot for people watching.
Beautiful rooftop terrace for dining al fresco, street side bar for nibbles and cocktails and regular live music. Under new management this lively wine bar attracts an international clientele and regularly features live music.
Cantina Del Saltapicchio Città della Pieve
26 Via Guglielmo MarconiBeautiful rooftop terrace for dining al fresco, street side bar for nibbles and cocktails and regular live music. Under new management this lively wine bar attracts an international clientele and regularly features live music.
City/town information
From its dazzling red brick palazzos, frescos and artwork to its world renowned annual festivals, delicious restaurants and cosmopolitan cafe's and enoteca's the town is perfectly situated for a family friendly holiday or lovers retreat with all the regions famous landmarks within a short drive.
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Città della Pieve
From its dazzling red brick palazzos, frescos and artwork to its world renowned annual festivals, delicious restaurants and cosmopolitan cafe's and enoteca's the town is perfectly situated for a family friendly holiday or lovers retreat with all the regions famous landmarks within a short drive.
My favorite place to food-shop
The owner is an amazing chef and prepares fresh pasta, sauces, cured meats, fish and vegetables. Also pastry as light as air for crostata and pies of all kinds. Also in the summertime you can enjoy platters freshly created in the outside dining area - Or to take away to enjoy at home for sunset aperitivo or a lively lunch.
La Fema
23 Via Pietro VannucciThe owner is an amazing chef and prepares fresh pasta, sauces, cured meats, fish and vegetables. Also pastry as light as air for crostata and pies of all kinds. Also in the summertime you can enjoy platters freshly created in the outside dining area - Or to take away to enjoy at home for sunset aperitivo or a lively lunch.
Vineyards
Its like stepping into a scene from a James Bond movie, The sleek villains lair cut into a mountainside. The winery biodynamic and their award winning range of sparkling, rose, white and red wines have been curated to the highest standards – and are delicious!
For a light wine tasting lunch and tour of the property the cost is between 45-50 euros per person. Reservations in advance are essential.
Tenuta Sanoner
Its like stepping into a scene from a James Bond movie, The sleek villains lair cut into a mountainside. The winery biodynamic and their award winning range of sparkling, rose, white and red wines have been curated to the highest standards – and are delicious!
For a light wine tasting lunch and tour of the property the cost is between 45-50 euros per person. Reservations in advance are essential.
Just 30 minutes from the cottage this stunning vineyard offers a tasting pairing for 35 euros per person which includes typical foods of the region and their own excellent olive oil. They also have a good restaurant open seasonally.
Tenuta Vitalonga Winery
Strada MontianoJust 30 minutes from the cottage this stunning vineyard offers a tasting pairing for 35 euros per person which includes typical foods of the region and their own excellent olive oil. They also have a good restaurant open seasonally.
Great wines offered in a stunning setting overlooking Lake Chiusi, a 20 minute drive from the cottage.
Every Friday and Saturday evening throughout the summer they offer the ‘Picnic,’ from 6pm – 11pm.
This is a little like a party where people gather on their estate to watch the stunning sunset over lake Chiusi, There are 5 or 6 high-end food trucks where you can purchase delicious street food, A DJ adds atmosphere with a live set and 500 people gather and set up on blankets to watch the sunset with friends and family, people dance and it is a great (very Italian) atmosphere.
Reservations are required.
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Madrevite
Great wines offered in a stunning setting overlooking Lake Chiusi, a 20 minute drive from the cottage.
Every Friday and Saturday evening throughout the summer they offer the ‘Picnic,’ from 6pm – 11pm.
This is a little like a party where people gather on their estate to watch the stunning sunset over lake Chiusi, There are 5 or 6 high-end food trucks where you can purchase delicious street food, A DJ adds atmosphere with a live set and 500 people gather and set up on blankets to watch the sunset with friends and family, people dance and it is a great (very Italian) atmosphere.
Reservations are required.
Sightseeing
Castiglione del Lago, city of Slow food, and one of the most beautiful towns in Italy.
Situated on a rocky outcrop, it dominates the Trasimeno Lake with its castle, the four corner towers and the impressive triangular fortress. From the harbor you can embark for mini cruises on the lake and to the islands.
The Natural Park of Lake Trasimeno, the largest of the six natural parks in Umbria, is of particular interest for its geomorphologic, botanical and animal species.
Do not miss a stop in the naturalistic oasis or a boat trip, worth visiting the small but picturesque towns around the shores of the lake such as Passignano, San Feliciano and enjoy a beautiful sunset in the small village of Monte del Lago.
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Lago Trasimeno
Castiglione del Lago, city of Slow food, and one of the most beautiful towns in Italy.
Situated on a rocky outcrop, it dominates the Trasimeno Lake with its castle, the four corner towers and the impressive triangular fortress. From the harbor you can embark for mini cruises on the lake and to the islands.
The Natural Park of Lake Trasimeno, the largest of the six natural parks in Umbria, is of particular interest for its geomorphologic, botanical and animal species.
Do not miss a stop in the naturalistic oasis or a boat trip, worth visiting the small but picturesque towns around the shores of the lake such as Passignano, San Feliciano and enjoy a beautiful sunset in the small village of Monte del Lago.