Weekend in Cuneo

House museum dedicated to the journalist and partisan Duccio Galimberti. Small but gives context to the city's resistance history.

Tip: Free entry is often valid only on specific days (check the website). Otherwise it's a few euros. The guided tour is worth it.

Small museum in the former home of Tancredi Galimberti, a key figure in the Italian Resistance. Displays photographs and personal effects with English summaries available.

Tip: Call ahead or check the Facebook page before visiting as opening times can vary; it's often staffed by volunteers.

Medieval bell tower in Piazza Duomo. You can climb it for views over the rooftops to the Alps – the staircase is narrow but manageable.

Tip: Go on a clear morning; the light is best for photos of Monviso. Entry is free but a small donation is appreciated.

A former 13th-century Franciscan church, now a civic hall. Inside you'll find frescoes and a calm atmosphere away from the main square.

Tip: Check if there's a temporary art exhibition—they often set up inside for free. Otherwise, just walk in during opening hours.

Deconsecrated Gothic church repurposed as an exhibition and event space. Stone columns and fresco fragments remain visible inside.

Tip: Check what’s on at the tourist office across the square – the space frequently hosts free contemporary art shows.

A tree-lined promenade on the edge of the old town with panoramic views over the plains and mountains. Peaceful and photogenic.

Tip: Go at sunset. There's a bench near the end with the best view. Bring a coffee from the nearby bar and sit a while.

Large urban park following the confluence of the Gesso and Stura rivers. Flat paths for walking or cycling, with picnic benches and birdwatching hides.

Tip: Follow the path to the old hydroelectric plant at the northern end; it’s a peaceful spot rarely crowded even on weekends.

A large river park along the Gesso and Stura streams. Good for walking, cycling, and birdwatching with views of the Alps.

Tip: Follow the path from the Porta Mondovì gate. Best in spring when wildflowers bloom or after rain when the rivers are full.

Main square of Cuneo, a vast rectangular piazza lined with arcades, known for its weekly market. Good place to start a walk through the historic centre.

Tip: Tuesday mornings are market day; arrive early to see it at full bustle without the lunchtime crush.

The main square of Cuneo, lined with arcades and dominated by the statue of the Alps. A good place to start exploring the city.

Tip: Go early in the morning when the light hits the mountains behind the square. The Saturday market fills it with stalls.