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Get InspiredEuropeItalyVenetoCortina DampezzoCentro Storico

Centro Storico

IT
Tourist Attraction·Elegant, Lively, Scenic
Centro Storico
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Centro Storico
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Centro Storico
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Centro Storico
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Centro Storico
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Centro Storico
Photo by Tuttitaly from Google Places
Centro Storico
Photo by Andrea Cesaro from Google Places
Centro Storico
Photo by Diego Gorgazzi from Google Places
Centro Storico
Photo by Giuseppe Avino from Google Places
Centro Storico
Photo by Paweł z Warmii from Google Places

Centro Storico is the elegant heart of Cortina d'Ampezzo, centered around the bustling pedestrian thoroughfare of Corso Italia. This historic area is where mountain tradition meets modern luxury, featuring a high concentration of designer boutiques, refined nightclubs, and historic landmarks. Visitors can admire the 'El Ciampanin' bell tower, the Duomo, and the Casa delle Regole while surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites, including Tofane and Faloria. Whether you're looking for world-class shopping or a scenic place to enjoy the local social scene, the historic center offers a unique, evocative atmosphere that captures the essence of this famous alpine resort.

Centro Storico is the elegant heart of Cortina d'Ampezzo, centered around the bustling pedestrian thoroughfare of Corso Italia. This historic area is where mountain tradition meets modern luxury, featuring a high concentration of designer boutiques, refined nightclubs, and historic landmarks. Visitors can admire the 'El Ciampanin' bell tower, the Duomo, and the Casa delle Regole while surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites, including Tofane and Faloria. Whether you're looking for world-class shopping or a scenic place to enjoy the local social scene, the historic center offers a unique, evocative atmosphere that captures the essence of this famous alpine resort.

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Address
Corso Italia, 32043 Cortina d'Ampezzo BL, Italy
Websitecortina.bergportal.com
Hours
Open now
Open 24 hours

Highlights

  • The iconic 'El Ciampanin' bell tower.

  • Corso Italia, the town's vibrant pedestrian spine.

  • Panoramic views of the Antelao and Tofane peaks.

  • Historic sites like the Casa delle Regole and Duomo.

  • High-end boutiques and elegant social atmosphere.

Best For

Luxury shopping and scenic mountain strolls.

Time of Day

Lunch, Dinner, Late Night

Occasion Tags

Tourists, Locals, Casual Drinks, Groups

Reviews

4.6
Excellent43 reviews

Centro Storico in Cortina d'Ampezzo is celebrated as a sophisticated and evocative heart of the Dolomites. Reviewers frequently highlight Corso Italia as the center of social life, praising its mix of luxury boutiques and lively atmosphere. The historic architecture, specifically the 'El Ciampanin' bell tower and the Duomo, provides a cultural anchor to the town. Visitors are consistently impressed by the stunning mountain panoramas, including views of the Tofane and Faloria peaks that tower over the streets. The area is described as a 'little gem' that is best experienced by strolling through its narrow streets. Overall, it is seen as a destination that perfectly blends everyday elegance with spectacular natural scenery.

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Location

Cortina d'Ampezzo, Veneto, Italy
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