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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Italian
- Climate: Alpine
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Population: Approximately 6,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit depends on your interests: winter for skiing and summer for hiking.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the European Union, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter Italy, including Cortina d'Ampezzo, visa-free for short stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. For longer stays or other nationalities, a Schengen visa is required. Visa on arrival is generally not available. Electronic visas (e-visas) are not standard for Italy. Travelers should have a valid passport, proof of accommodation, return tickets, and sufficient funds.
About Cortina D'ampezzo
Cortina d'Ampezzo is a picturesque alpine town nestled in the heart of the Dolomites in northern Italy. Renowned as one of the premier ski resorts in Europe, it combines stunning natural beauty with a rich cultural heritage. The town is famous for its dramatic mountain scenery, offering visitors breathtaking views, pristine nature, and a charming village atmosphere. Cortina’s appeal extends beyond winter sports; in summer, it transforms into a haven for hikers, climbers, and outdoor enthusiasts. The town also boasts elegant shops, gourmet restaurants, and a lively cultural scene, including festivals and art exhibitions. Its blend of Italian and Austrian influences is reflected in the architecture, cuisine, and local traditions, making it a unique destination. Whether seeking adventure or relaxation, Cortina d'Ampezzo offers a sophisticated yet welcoming environment that attracts travelers year-round.
Top Attractions
1. Tofana di Mezzo - The highest peak in the Tofane group, accessible by cable car, offering panoramic views and hiking trails. 2. Lago di Misurina - A stunning alpine lake nearby, ideal for scenic walks, boating, and photography. 3. Cortina Historic Center - Featuring charming streets with traditional alpine architecture, boutique shops, and cafes. 4. Museo d'Arte Moderna Mario Rimoldi - A museum showcasing modern and contemporary art with a focus on local artists. 5. Faloria Cable Car - A scenic lift that takes visitors up to the Faloria mountain for skiing in winter and hiking in summer.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding during winter, with extensive slopes and well-maintained facilities. In summer, hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing are popular, with numerous trails catering to all skill levels. Paragliding offers an exhilarating way to see the Dolomites from above. Cultural experiences include attending local festivals, exploring museums, and sampling traditional alpine cuisine. Photography, nature walks, and spa visits also provide relaxing options. The town’s vibrant après-ski scene and shopping add to the diverse activities available.
Cortina d'Ampezzo Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Veneto
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding during winter, with extensive slopes and well-maintained facilities. In summer, hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing are popular, with numerous trails catering to all skill levels. Paragliding offers an exhilarating way to see the Dolomites from above. Cultural experiences include attending local festivals, exploring museums, and sampling traditional alpine cuisine. Photography, nature walks, and spa visits also provide relaxing options. The town’s vibrant après-ski scene and shopping add to the diverse activities available.
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit depends on your interests: winter for skiing and summer for hiking. Pack layered clothing suitable for alpine weather, including waterproof gear. Respect local customs and dress modestly in churches and formal settings. Safety is generally high, but be cautious on mountain trails and during winter sports. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases. Learning a few basic Italian phrases enhances the experience.
Average Tour Price: $95
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $200
66 Available Tour Excursions in Cortina D'ampezzo
Are you passionate about mountains and would like to reach more demanding heights? Via Ferrata tracks run through a rocky terrain equipped with metal stepladder and wires which make the progression easier and fun. Dolomites are such a paradise for via ferrata tracks; here is where they were born! We have a choice of several tours and the track will be decided according to the participants' skills and desires.
Price: $164.31
Duration: 4 hours
A full day's walk along the trails of the Dolomites! The best way to discover these magnificent mountains. Come with me on forest trails, panoramic peaks, ridge paths or among the rocks, away from the crowds and on paths known only to locals, to discover the hidden gems of the Dolomites!
Price: $165.50
Duration: 24 hours
Hiking in front of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, the symbol of Dolomites, is an unique experience for any visitor in the Dolomites. With a local Guide expert on the nature, the history and the culture of the place, you not only enjoy the view, but you appreciate the place even more.
Price: $189.14
Duration: 4-8 hours
Discover the most beautiful mountains in the world. Cortina d'Ampezzo, Marmolada with Mount Civetta and Mount Pelmo, are some of the wonderful mountains which will be possible to admire during tour. please contact us in advance to know the itineraries available
Price: $2,246.01
Duration: 8-9 hours
Enjoy a beautiful private winter hike in the Dolomites near Cortina in the company of professionals. All you need is a backpack, a pair of winter boots shoes and the desire to discover these fantastic mountains that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition to safety, our primary goal is to hike where there are fewer people, so you can better enjoy the majesty of the Dolomites. Under our expert guidance, we will hike at a speed suitable for you and your friends, without rushing. The best part of the day is the return: we can rent a sled and quickly go back to the starting point of the tour. It is fun for young people and adults alike! Be prepared to enjoy the Dolomites as the locals do and without having to worry about where to go and how to do it. Your guide is a seasoned professional who will know where to take you-just follow him!
Price: $230.51
Duration: 7 hours
Explore the mighty Dolomites in Italy on this 4-hour guided morning or afternoon ski tour of the Tofano area from Cortina d’Ampezzo. With a guide to lead the way, hit terrain suited to your ski level around Tofano. Make your first turns on the snow, master new tricks, or schuss at top speeds along Tofano’s Pista Olympia — made famous during Cortina’s Olympic Games in 1956. Experience the best of the Tofano area, and admire panoramic views over the beautiful peaks and valleys.
Price: $354.63
Duration: 4 hours
Enjoy your private transfer back to the airport after your holiday into the Dolomites with a customized service with English speaking drivers. Your professional driver will be local from the area of Cortina d'Ampezzo with 4 wheel drive vehicles. Bottles of water and Wi-Fi connection are free on board. Avoid issues about timetables, mountain roads and parking by using a private personal driver to reach the airport from Cortina d'Ampezzo and the Dolomites in a safe, comfortable and fast way.
Price: $295.53
Duration: 2 hours
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the lakes of the Dolomites starting and ending in Cortina d'Ampezzo. You will reach lake Misurina and Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Rifugio Auronoz at the 3 Cime is rechable only from approx. end of May to October, otherwise only view of the 3 Peacks is possible) You will drive further to lake Landro, lake Dobbiaco with spectacular mountain views and finally to the amazing lake Braies for small walk or row boat ride (boat ride availabke only in summer time) Lunch* options: local farm or on the lake river. You will be able to stop for pictures and will receive explanations about the mountains, history and traditions and a map of the itinerary. Bottles of water and Wi-Fi free on board. *=extra cost
Price: $401.92
Duration: 6 hours
The First World War ski tour is a spectacular route, suitable for everyone, winding around the bases of the most famous peaks. The route winds around Col di Lana, where many bloody battles of the First World War were fought.
Price: $472.84
Duration: 7 hours
We'll start in Cinque Torri Ski Area, I'll show you the spot for the perfect picture with the amazing view of the 5 towers. Then we go under Mount Averau, where there's the chalet where we will eat. Then we'll ski till Lagazuoi cable-car. And at the end we go back to the car, skiing down a nice easy slope that pass through the forest.
Price: $768.37
Duration: 6 hours
In the Sesto Dolomites skiing region, you can enjoy 90 km of varied tracks in the heart of the Dolomites - UNESCO World Heritage. One of the highlights is the “Giro delle Cime”, a tour that takes you to the most beautiful corners of the Dolomites.
Price: $472.84
Duration: 6 hours
A snowshoe ride at high altitude, to see the world from an unusual point of view. A snowshoeing that will allow us to see up close the magical and fascinating environment of the Cinque Torri and to see closely some places where fierce fighting was fought during the First World War. A snowshoeing in a dream place, but that allows us to relive the horror of the War for a few moments. For the most trained people it is possible to get off the car with snowshoes instead of taking the chairlift.
Price: $224.60
Duration: 5 hours
Several tracks cross the Dolomites; sometimes through wild and remote areas, sometimes through amazing places well known for their beauty. Let's experience the stunning beauty of Dolomites; Dolomite mountains are characterized by a unique alpine environment rich in sharp rocky towers as well as relaxing forests and lakes. The landscape we are going to walk across is something you will never forget!
Price: $589.87
Duration: 5 hours
This tour has been designed to provide you with the opportunity to enjoy breath-taking views of the most stupendous mountain, lake and valley scenery of the Dolomites around Cortina. During the day there will be numerous stops at scenic viewpoints, walk around lakes and visit many important villages.
Price: $472.84
Duration: 7 hours
If you are a passionate trekker who don’t want to stop walking on the Dolomites during winter make the right choice: snow-shoes! Snow-shoes are a useful tool to run across our mountains and the wintry face of the mountains is the most suggestive thing you can imagine.
Price: $117.03
Duration: 5 hours
Holidays in Cortina d'Ampezzo are spent on two wheels. MTB and E-bike excursions on marked trails, of any order and degree of difficulty. From panoramic routes at high altitude to adrenaline descents in the woods for freeride lovers, to less demanding itineraries for families and for those who want to relax by stopping in one of the many mountain huts and savor the traditional dishes. The starting point is located on the cycle path in front of the Bike rent where you can choose the vehicle you prefer between Mountain Bike and E-Bike or if necessary you can check up your bikes before leaving for the DoloMitico Tour!
Price: $353.45
Duration: 6 hours
Looking for a nice excursion in the middle of the woods? Come with me on this snowshoeing program and explore the beautiful forest near Cortina d’Ampezzo (Dolomites). On this opportunity, I would like to invite you to put your snowshoes on and go across a forest at the base of the Tofane. This is a mountain group that belongs to the Dolomites and is situated west of Cortina d’Ampezzo, in the heart of the Dolomites.
Price: $224.60
Duration: 5 hours
Ski tour + shuttle to discover the most beautiful ski areas of the Dolomites, daily tours departing from Cortina for Sellaronda, Alta Badia, Plan de Corones and Sesto monte Elmo. We are able to satisfy individuals and larger groups with the help of qualified ski and snowboard instructors.
Price: $295.53
Duration: 7 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Cortina d'Ampezzo’s cuisine reflects a blend of Italian and Tyrolean influences. Signature dishes include casunziei (stuffed pasta with beetroot or pumpkin), speck (smoked ham), polenta, and hearty stews. Local cheeses and cured meats are staples, often accompanied by robust mountain wines. Dining customs emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients and convivial meals. Noteworthy restaurants include Rifugio Averau for traditional mountain fare and El Camineto for refined Italian dishes. Visitors should try local desserts such as strudel and canederli (bread dumplings).
Getting Around
Cortina d'Ampezzo is accessible by car, bus, and train connections from nearby cities. The closest airports are Venice Marco Polo and Treviso, with shuttle services or car rentals available. Local transportation includes buses and taxis, but the town is compact and walkable. During peak seasons, parking can be limited and costly, so using public transport or walking is recommended. Taxi services and bike rentals offer convenient ways to explore the area.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit depends on your interests: winter for skiing and summer for hiking. Pack layered clothing suitable for alpine weather, including waterproof gear. Respect local customs and dress modestly in churches and formal settings. Safety is generally high, but be cautious on mountain trails and during winter sports. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases. Learning a few basic Italian phrases enhances the experience.
Culture & Customs
Cortina d'Ampezzo has a rich alpine culture influenced by Italian and Austrian traditions. Social customs include polite greetings and respect for local festivals such as the Cortina Winter Polo and the Dolomiti Ski Jazz festival. Traditional music and folk dances are part of cultural events. Visitors should be punctual and courteous. Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Respect for nature and quietness in residential areas is important.
