Piazza Grande
The Piazza Grande is the beating heart of Arezzo, one of the most fascinating squares in Tuscany. With its irregular shape and distinctive slope, it tells centuries of history thanks to the buildings surrounding it, testimony to different eras. Originally home to the city market, during the Renaissance it became the hub of civic life.

Architecture, history, and traditions in Piazza Grande

Here is the majestic Palazzo della Confraternita dei Laici, an architectural masterpiece that combines Gothic and Renaissance elements. Piazza Grande is also famous for the Giostra del Saracino, a historic knightly competition held twice a year, and for the famous Fiera Antiquaria, which has enlivened this charming corner of Arezzo every first weekend of the month since 1968.

Thanks to the medieval and Renaissance architectural influences, accentuated by the interventions commissioned by Cosimo I de’ Medici, Piazza Grande represents an unmissable stop for those visiting the city.

Stay in a B&B in Arezzo or a hotel in the historic center of Arezzo

If you're planning a stay in Tuscany, experience the authenticity of Arezzo by choosing a B&B in Arezzo or a hotel in Arezzo in the historic center, just steps from Piazza Grande. Accommodations like Allegra Toscana (200 meters from the square) or La Corte del Re (directly on Piazza Grande) offer:

• Privileged location in the heart of Arezzo
• Charming rooms with kitchenettes and exclusive services
• Breakfast with local products (e.g. Chianti wine, Borgunto EVO oil)
• Personalized welcome and direct booking without commissions

Why choose accommodation near Piazza Grande?

• 📍 Walking access to museums, churches, artisan shops and restaurants
• 🛍️ Antiques Fair at your fingertips (every first weekend of the month)
• 🎭 Cultural events such as the Giostra del Saracino without the need for a car
• 🛏️ Authentic atmosphere: sleeping in the historic center is part of the experience

Discover the charm of Arezzo and be captivated by its history, the hospitality of its Arezzo B&Bs and Arezzo hotels, and the timeless beauty of Piazza Grande. Book directly with us and enjoy an authentic stay in the heart of Tuscany.