TREVISO – GUIDE

Treviso is a small and elegant city in the Veneto region, characterised by canals, porticoes, ancient city walls and charming squares. The historic centre is compact and easy to explore on foot, making Treviso an ideal destination for a relaxing day of art, walking and local food. The city is also closely associated with Prosecco and Tiramisù, two symbols of the Treviso area.

HOW TO GET TO TREVISO:

The most convenient way to reach Treviso from Villa Clementina is by car.

• Driving time: approximately 30–35 minutes
• Treviso’s historic centre includes several ZTL restricted traffic areas, so we recommend parking outside the city walls and continuing on foot.

Recommended parking:
Viale Fratelli Cairoli, 153 – Parking (ex Pattinodromo)

ALTERNATIVE: BY TRAIN

Treviso can also be easily reached by train from Conegliano.

• Departure: Conegliano
• Duration: approximately 20–25 minutes
• Stop: Treviso Centrale
• From the station, the historic centre is easily accessible on foot.

For timetables and tickets:
Trenitalia

WHAT TO SEE IN TREVISO:

Suggested walking itinerary (1 day)

Start: Viale Fratelli Cairoli parking area

1. Porta San Tommaso
   One of the most beautiful monumental gates of Treviso, built in the early 16th century during the Venetian period. It is a perfect starting point for exploring the city.
2. Walk along the City Walls
   Enjoy a short walk along the Renaissance walls surrounding the historic centre. This is one of the greenest and most pleasant areas of Treviso.
   
   For families with children: nearby, you can make a short detour to the green area with animals along the city walls.
   
   
3. Isola della Pescheria
   A small island on the Cagnan river that hosts the traditional fish market. It is one of the most characteristic corners of Treviso.
4. Canale dei Buranelli
   One of the most photographed spots in the city, with traditional houses, porticoes, small bridges and water views. It perfectly represents Treviso’s charming network of canals.
5. Church of San Francesco
   A simple but beautiful medieval church. Inside are the tombs of Pietro Alighieri, son of Dante, and Francesca Petrarca, daughter of Francesco Petrarca.
6. Piazza dei Signori
   The heart of Treviso and the centre of city life. Here you will find Palazzo dei Trecento and some of the city’s most important historic buildings.
7. Palazzo dei Trecento
   One of the symbols of Treviso, built between the 12th and 13th centuries and overlooking Piazza dei Signori.
8. Fontana delle Tette
   One of Treviso’s most unusual historical curiosities. The original fountain dates back to the 16th century; the one visible in the historic centre is a reconstruction.
9. Calmaggiore
   The main pedestrian street in the historic centre, lined with porticoes, shops and historic buildings. It connects Piazza dei Signori with the Cathedral.
10. Treviso Cathedral (Duomo)
    The Cathedral of San Pietro Apostolo is the city’s main church. Inside you can also admire an important Annunciation by Titian.

The itinerary can easily be completed in 3–4 hours, leaving plenty of time for lunch, a coffee, a museum or simply enjoying the city at a relaxed pace.

MAIN MUSEUMS / IN CASE OF RAIN:

Santa Caterina Museum
Probably the best museum to choose if you only have time to visit one. The complex includes the former convent and Church of Santa Caterina and houses archaeological and art collections related to the city.

Luigi Bailo Museum
Particularly interesting for lovers of modern and contemporary art. Its 20th-century gallery contains around 340 works, with particular attention dedicated to the Treviso-born sculptor Arturo Martini.

The museums are normally open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, and closed on Mondays. We recommend checking opening hours, temporary exhibitions and tickets before your visit.

Treviso Civic Museums – information and tickets

RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS:

• Vecia Hostaria dai Naneti – informal and traditional, ideal for cicchetti, sandwiches, cold cuts and a glass of wine.
• Osteria dalla Gigia – a small and popular osteria in the centre, perfect for a quick snack and Treviso-style tramezzini.
• Antica Osteria Ai Carraresi – a good option for a traditional sit-down lunch.
• Osteria San Gregorio – another good central option with generally reasonable prices.

TIRAMISÙ

Treviso is closely connected to the history of Tiramisù. For those who want to try the most famous version, we recommend Le Beccherie, a historic restaurant in the city centre.

The restaurant documents that its “Tiramesù” appeared on the dessert menu in 1972, making it a particularly interesting stop when visiting Treviso for the first time.

Le Beccherie – Tiramisù

NOTES:

• Treviso is small and the best way to discover it is on foot.
• We recommend parking outside the city walls and avoiding driving into the historic centre because of the ZTL restricted traffic areas.
• The traditional city market takes place on Tuesday and Saturday mornings around Piazzale Burchiellati. The area can be busier on these mornings, but the market can also be an interesting part of the visit.
• For a relaxed experience, we recommend spending a full day in Treviso, combining the walking itinerary with lunch, coffee or an aperitivo.
• In case of rain, Santa Caterina Museum and Luigi Bailo Museum are the two main indoor alternatives.

More Information

Musei Civici di Treviso
Comune di Treviso – eventi e manifestazioni