Treviso
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Città d'acque, di radicchio e tiramisù | City of waters, radicchio and tiramisu
Why visit
Walk the canal-side promenades through the old town past the Pescheria fish market on its small island and the medieval Loggia dei Cavalieri. The Cathedral of San Pietro Apostolo holds a Titian Annunciation. Eat tiramisu at Le Beccherie (the original) and red Treviso radicchio dishes in season. The Prosecco hills (UNESCO-listed Conegliano Valdobbiadene zone) start just north of town, vineyard tours and wine tastings are a major draw. Treviso airport (10 km away) makes a budget-friendly Venice gateway.
When to avoid
Many treat Treviso as a flight in/out for Venice and miss the city itself, worth at least a full day. Summer afternoon thunderstorms can be violent. Many shops close for siesta (1 to 4 pm) and Sunday afternoons. Driving in the historic center is restricted. Use car parks outside the walls. Mosquitoes near the canals can be serious in summer evenings. Italian-only menus in some traditional bars. Menu turistico signs warn of bland tourist food, follow locals.
