Steps from Everything
Located on a quiet street a stone's throw from Piazza Alfieri, discover medieval towers, museums, hidden crypts, and ancient buildings. Restaurants, taverns, historic cafes, and wine bars are all within walking distance of your door.
📍 Our Address
Just 140 meters from the Mercato Coperto in the heart of Asti's historic center.
Walking Distances
On foot you will reach in just a few minutes:
Piazza Alfieri
2 minutes
Theater of the Palio and city events
Piazza San Secondo
2 minutes
With basilica and historic porticoes
Piazza Statuto
5 minutes
Cozy and charming square
Train Station
5 minutes
Via Cavour towards Piazza Statuto
Mercato Coperto
140 meters
Fresh local produce and delicacies
Gulliver Supermarket
100 meters
Convenient grocery shopping
Discover Historic Asti
Immerse yourself in centuries of history, culture, and authentic Italian experiences
Medieval Towers
Historic defensive towers from the Middle Ages
Museums
Local history and art collections
Hidden Crypts
Ancient underground chambers
Historic Restaurants
Authentic Piemontese cuisine
Traditional Taverns
Local dining experiences
Historic Cafes
Coffee culture and local gathering spots
Wine Bars
Taste renowned Piedmont wines
Local Markets
Fresh produce and regional specialties
Where to Eat & Drink
Our favorite tables in the historic center, all a short walk from your door. Book ahead in high season, and ask us for the current recommendation.
Osteria del Diavolo
5-minute walk
An intimate, family-run osteria in Piazza San Martino, set in the old sacristy of the neighboring church. Traditional Piedmontese and Astigiano dishes; a lovely patio in summer.
Campanarò
6-minute walk
A small, warm restaurant on Corso Alfieri celebrating territory and tradition, with a deep Piedmontese cellar and a name to know when white truffle is in season.
L'Angolo del Beato
5-minute walk
Family-run since 1977, tucked into Vicolo Cavalleri. Regional, seasonal cooking and a cellar of more than 400 Piedmontese labels. A classic for a proper local dinner.
Pompa Magna
7-minute walk
An enoteca with kitchen near Piazza Roma, known for a long wine list heavy on Barbera d'Asti alongside honest Piedmontese plates.
Osteria del Palio
4-minute walk
One of Ana's go-to trattorias for classics like bagna cauda and agnolotti del plin, in the heart of the centro storico.
Wine: Tastings & Cellars
You are in the middle of Barbera d'Asti and Moscato country. Sip in town, or drive out to legendary cellars in the UNESCO wine villages nearby.
Assetati Enoteca & Wine Bar
In town
A wine bar in the historic center with hundreds of labels for sale and a rotating selection by the glass, perfect for an aperitivo of Barbera and local salumi.
Coppo
~30 min drive (Canelli)
A historic sparkling-wine house in Canelli (founded 1892), famous for its UNESCO-listed 'Underground Cathedrals' cellars. Book a tour and tasting.
Michele Chiarlo
~25 min drive (Calamandrana)
A benchmark Monferrato producer of Barbera, Barolo, and Barbaresco since 1956, with an open-air art park at La Court. Visits and tastings by reservation.
Nizza Monferrato & Canelli
~25-30 min drive
Two UNESCO wine towns a short drive away, the home of Nizza DOCG and Asti Spumante, dotted with cellars and enotecas worth an afternoon.
Day Trips from Asti
Asti is a perfect base for exploring Piedmont. Trains and short drives put the region's icons within easy reach.
Alba
~45 min by train / ~30 min drive
The capital of white truffle and Slow Food, ringed by the Barolo and Barbaresco vineyards. A direct regional train runs on weekdays; by car it is an easy trip.
Barolo & Barbaresco
~40-50 min drive
The most storied wine villages in Italy, with castle-top hamlets, panoramic cellars, and the wine museum (WiMu) in Barolo. Best explored by car.
Langhe-Roero & Monferrato Hills
From your doorstep
A UNESCO World Heritage landscape of rolling vineyards, hazelnut groves, and hilltop villages. Endless scenic drives and walks in every direction.
Turin (Torino)
~35-55 min by train
Piedmont's elegant capital: royal palaces, the Egyptian Museum, historic cafes, and grand arcades. Frequent direct trains make it an effortless day out.
Markets & Festivals
Time your stay around the rhythms of local life, from the twice-weekly market to Asti's world-famous autumn celebrations.
Weekly Market
2-minute walk
One of Piedmont's largest open-air markets fills Piazza Campo del Palio, Piazza Alfieri, and Piazza Libertà every Wednesday and Saturday. Food stalls in the morning, plus clothing, flowers, and local specialties.
Douja d'Or
September, in town
Asti's celebrated wine festival each September, when the streets and Piazza Alfieri turn into a vast open-air enoteca showcasing the finest wines of the region.
Festival delle Sagre
September, in town
One of Italy's biggest food fairs, held the second weekend of September: dozens of village pro loco associations serve traditional Astigiano dishes in Piazza Campo del Palio.
Palio di Asti
2-minute walk
Italy's oldest historic horse race gallops around Piazza Alfieri each September, preceded by a spectacular medieval pageant. See our dedicated Palio guide for dates and stay tips.
Read our Palio guide →Getting Here
Multiple convenient options to reach our historic location
Arriving by Car
- Via Angelo Brofferio is just outside the ZTL (limited traffic area)
- No special permission required to drive through
- Paid parking spots available around the block (€1.20/hour)
- Working hours: 8 AM to 7 PM on working days
- Additional parking in Piazza Campo del Palio and Piazza Alfieri (2-minute walk)
- Parking in front of the market available
Arriving by Train
- 5-minute walk from the train station
- Walk along Via Cavour towards Piazza Statuto
- Taxis available at the train station exit
- Direct route through historic city center
Arriving by Bus
- Central Bus Station location
- Follow same directions as train station
- 5-minute walk to the apartment
- Well-connected to regional destinations
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Make Asti Your Home Base
Right in the historic center, steps from the restaurants, wineries, and squares above. Book your stay at Appartamento del Palio and explore Piedmont from the perfect location.
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