Aosta

Travel Guide
Aosta
Set amid the Alps, this former Roman settlement is famous for its ancient ruins, medieval art, winter markets and access to superb ski resorts.

With its atmospheric old town, galleries, museums and ski centers, Aosta offers a mix of attractions for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts. It sits at the heart of the Aosta Valley, encompassed by magnificent Alpine peaks such as the Grand Combin, Mont Vélan and Monte Emilius. Romans founded the town in 25 B.C. at a strategic point where the principal roads to France and Switzerland converge.

Start your visit in the walled historic center, home to a range of Roman ruins. Discover elegant palaces, hidden courtyards and grandiose piazzas as you stroll around cobblestone streets. Get an overview of the town’s early beginnings at the Regional Archaeology Museum.

Cross the 1st-century Roman Bridge and walk through the Arch of Augustus. Admire the Porta Praetoria, the one-time entrance to the Roman city. Gaze up at imposing towers, including Fromage Tower and Balivi Tower. Explore the colonnaded cryptoporticus of the Roman Forum, located beneath Piazza Giovanni.

Marvel at the Gothic decorations of the 4th-century Aosta Cathedral. Afterwards, browse displays of art from the 1400s to 1900s at the Cathedral Treasure Museum. Visit the entrancing cloisters of Chiesa di Sant’Orso.

If visiting in the summer months then be sure to catch an open-air performance at the Roman Theatre. In January and December the town’s biggest fairs take place. Try local delicacies at the Marché Vert Noel Christmas market and shop for handicrafts at the centuries-old Santa’Orsa Fair. Appreciate the town’s infectious charm at pavement cafés that frame the many squares.

For mountain adventures, ride the Aosta-Pila Gondola from the town center to Pila ski area. Bike and hike in summer, ski and snowboard in winter and enjoy breathtaking views all year round. Other nearby resorts include Breuil-Cervinia, Champuloc and Courmayeur.

Aosta is less than a 2-hour drive from Milan, Turin and Geneva, Switzerland. Whether in the sun-drenched summer or snow-covered winter, Aosta is an ideal base for exploring the Aosta Valley and the world-famous Mont Blanc.

HB Aosta Hotel & Balcony SPA
HB Aosta Hotel & Balcony SPA
3 out of 5
Via Malherbes 18, Aosta, AO
The price is ₩156,106 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
₩156,106
₩173,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aosta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Nuovababette Theatre and La Maison de la Fontina ...
9/10 Wonderful! (319 reviews)
"Loved the breakfast, really great options, above and beyond. Staff courteous and helpful without being overly warm and welcoming. The hot tub/spa is 25 euros per person for 2 hours, honestly this is way too expensive and not clear on hotel listing. The room was spacious with a good view and amenities, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024

HB Aosta Hotel & Balcony SPA
Omama Hotel
Omama Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Torino 14, Aosta
The price is ₩132,295 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
₩132,295
₩152,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Aosta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Very comfortable, great bathroom."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2024

Omama Hotel
Hotel Duca D'Aosta
Hotel Duca D'Aosta
4 out of 5
Piazza Narbonne 8, Aosta, AO
The price is ₩151,056 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
₩151,056
₩169,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Aosta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
Excellent hotel
"Very pleasant hotel, great location, 5-10 min walk to everywhere. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfast is very good. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Can recommend this hotel to anyone."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024

Hotel Duca D'Aosta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residence Courmaison
Residence Courmaison
3 out of 5
Route Mont Blanc 26, Palleusieux, Pre-Saint-Didier, AO
Stay at this 3-star ski residence in Pre-Saint-Didier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions Pre-Saint-Didier Spa and Totem ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"I loved the place. Very clean, organized. The people running it were very accommodating and helpful. The view was spectacular. I am definitely going to go back."

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023

Residence Courmaison
TH La Thuile - Planibel Residence
TH La Thuile - Planibel Residence
4 out of 5
Frazione Entreues 158, La Thuile, AO
Stay at this 4-star spa residence in La Thuile. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa, and a sauna. Popular attractions La Rosiere Espace San Bernardo Ski ...
7/10 Good! (202 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2024

TH La Thuile - Planibel Residence
Lazy Bee Camping Village
Lazy Bee Camping Village
3 out of 5
Località Teppe, Quart, AO
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campground in Quart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and train station pick-up service (surcharge). Popular attractions Les ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Modern, clean and well set up. Ideal."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2018

Lazy Bee Camping Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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We wish we had more time in the area.

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Great place , impressed with this autonomous area. Good higways, clean , wifi all over the area and people educated