Bibbiena: An Ancient Tourist Village in Eastern Tuscany
Nestled in the low mound north of the ancient city of Arezzo, Bibbiena is a charming small Italian town with a picturesque setting. The ancient medieval town hub retains its outline and appeal with stone buildings and stucco precisely tended. Between the narrow streets are shops, cafes and restaurants to enjoy by local residents and visitors. Bibbiena has 12,000 populations but a sense of vitality in the “new” community just outside the defensive walls, but still managed to maintain the town’s historic centre.
Best Time to Visit
The most ideal months to visit Bibbiena, Italy are between the months of June to April and September to October for a pleasant weather, hotel and airfare rates are relatively less expensive and most of the ancient historic sites are not yet flocked by tourists. Visiting Bibbiena during Holy Week will give the chance to be part of the celebration of the annual Rievocazione della Mea, a festive event with parades and shows.
What to Do & Area Attractions
A stroll around the town’s vicinity must start at a visit to the Church of San Lorenzo, a 15th century cathedral that is home to two beautiful works of art such as the Adoration and the Deposition by the famous Andrea Della Robbia. Just a few minutes’ drive will take tourists to Santa Maria of Sasso Sanctuary where the precious artworks of Madonna and Child, and the Nativity were displayed. Another Art Gallery worthy of visiting is the ExpArt Studio & Gallery that features high-level of contemporary art display and art exhibitions. For utmost convenience, tourists may stay either at Hotel Restaurant La Torricella or at Locanda dei Baroni.