- Must visit
Museo all'Aperto della Grande Guerra Lagazuoi
This open-air First World War museum on Monte Lagazuoi preserves tunnels, trenches, and positions with striking views and strong historical impact.
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Complete guide to Cortina d'Ampezzo
Things to do in Cortina d'Ampezzo
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- Must visit
Museo all'Aperto della Grande Guerra Cinque Torri
An open-air wartime site near the Cinque Torri area, where restored trenches and shelters help visitors grasp the mountain front of World War I.
- Recommended
Museo Etnografico Regole d'Ampezzo
The Regole d’Ampezzo’s main ethnographic museum presents Ladin culture, local history, crafts, and daily life in a beautifully curated alpine setting.
- Must visit
Corso Italia
Cortina’s elegant pedestrian main street is lined with shops, historic buildings, and mountain views, making it the classic place for a central stroll.
- Must visit
Piazza Angelo Dibona
The broad central square beside the basilica is a social heart of town, ideal for orientation, people-watching, and views of the iconic bell tower.
- Must visit
Nuvolau Viewpoint Area
A celebrated high-altitude viewpoint and hike destination, famous for dramatic panoramas and one of the most photogenic scenes near Cortina.
Orzotto d'Ampezzo
Hearty barley soup with beans, potatoes, smoked pork and vegetables. A mountain staple of the Dolomites, prized for warmth and rustic Alpine flavor.
- Vegetarian
Casunziei Ampezzani
Small beetroot-filled ravioli often served with melted butter and poppy seeds. A classic Ladin dish linked to the Ampezzo and South Tyrolean Alpine tradition.
Tagliatelle al Ragù di Cervo
Fresh egg pasta with wild game ragù, often deer or venison. It reflects the hunting traditions and rich forest flavors of the Dolomite valleys.
Ristorante Tivoli
Historic wood-lined restaurant known for Ampezzo classics, game dishes and warm traditional atmosphere in the center of Cortina.
Il Gazebo
Refined Michelin-starred dining inside Cristallo. Expect elegant Italian cuisine, tasting menus and polished service in a luxury mountain setting.
El Tobià
Traditional mountain restaurant with Ladin and Ampezzo specialties, including casunziei and game. Cozy alpine interiors and a long local reputation.
Euro (€)
Cortina is pricier than many Italian mountain towns, with higher hotel, dining, and ski area costs, especially in peak winter and summer seasons.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for pizza, panini, or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- €25-45 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine at cafes.
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