Cortina d'Ampezzo

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Diego Gaspari Bandion/Cortina Turismo
Photo provided by Cortina Turismo
Photo provided by Diego Gaspari Bandion/Cortina Turismo
Photo provided by Diego Gaspari Bandion/Cortina Turismo
Photo provided by Diego Gaspari Bandion/Cortina Turismo
Located in one of the world’s most beautiful Alpine regions, this sophisticated ski town is nicknamed the Pearl of the Dolomites.

Cortina d'Ampezzo is a beautifully classic Alpine ski town set within the Dolomites, UNESCO World Heritage-listed mountains. Explore interesting museums, sample the town’s excellent cuisine and enjoy varied outdoor activities year-round.

Make a winter trip to Cortina d'Ampezzo to explore the slopes of its ski resort. The resort encompasses more than 71 miles (115 kilometers) of runs as well as many cable cars and chairlifts. In the summer, take advantage of excellent terrain for hiking and mountain biking.

Cortina is a scenic mountain town with low-rise white-timbered houses set against a backdrop of rushing streams, lush forests and the rugged Dolomite peaks. The pedestrian-only main street, Corso Italia, is lined with chic skiwear shops and restaurants. Visit this main street on Good Friday any year, when it hosts a grand religious procession.

Look for the town’s lovely Santi Filippo e Giacomo church, which dates back to the 18th century. The church’s commanding bell tower dominates the town center, contrasting pleasantly with the surrounding peaks.

Try some of the town’s delicious regional dishes. One of the most popular traditional local dishes is casunziéi, a half-moon-shaped pasta filled with spinach or beets. 

When you’re not skiing, visit the three main museums, all housed in one building. Admire sculptures and paintings by 20th-century Italian artists at the Mario Rimoldi Museum of Modern Art, inspect ancient fossils dating back to the ages when Cortina was submerged under the sea at the Rinaldo Zardini Palaeontological Museum and view information about community heritage at Regole d’Ampezzo Ethnographic Museum.

Cortina d'Ampezzo is located in the northernmost part of the province of Belluno. To get here, use the regular bus services departing from the train station at Calalzo di Cadore. Another option is driving along the scenic Grande Strada delle Dolomiti from Bolzano. 

B&B Hotel Passo Tre Croci Cortina
B&B Hotel Passo Tre Croci Cortina
3 out of 5
Strada regionale 48 delle Dolomiti 6, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
The price is ¥41,070 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
¥41,070
¥46,383 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (202 reviews)
"Internet was not working properly"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

B&B Hotel Passo Tre Croci Cortina
Hotel Tofana Cortina
Hotel Tofana Cortina
5 out of 5
Localita' Pocol 40, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
The price is ¥50,324 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
¥50,324
¥57,080 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Overall very nice. Staff and service was very good. Tissues in the bathroom. Spa was okay, not great. Tried to make reservations 2nd day but they were closed (in AM)."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Hotel Tofana Cortina
Hotel Alaska Cortina
Hotel Alaska Cortina
4 out of 5
Largo Delle Poste 39, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
The price is ¥33,702 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
¥33,702
¥38,624 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Cortina d'Ampezzo ...
7.4/10 Good! (224 reviews)
"We made a last minute booking to this hotel very late at night and they were able to not just give us a room with separate beds but an upgrade to the one we had booked! Thank you very much! Very spacious, comfortable beds and friendly staff! Areas of improvements would be the AC and attaching a separate ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Hotel Alaska Cortina
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.
Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo
Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo
4 out of 5
Via Roma 37, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
Stay at this 4-star spa residence in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (139 reviews)
"Clean, large room, close to everything"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo
Chalet Falorie
Chalet Falorie
18-19 Località Zuel di Sopra, Cortina d'Ampezzo, BL
Stay at this apartment in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"No problem stay!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Chalet Falorie
Breathtaking view! Cortina center  at 1.3km.
Breathtaking view! Cortina center at 1.3km.
Cortina d'Ampezzo
Stay at this apartment in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort and Lake Misurina ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Camilla's loft. It was on the top floor with views of the green grounds and mountains surrounding it. Two bedrooms, one with a large bed and small deck, and the other with three single beds. The home was bright and breezy when the windows were open. It's a bit far to walk into ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Breathtaking view! Cortina center at 1.3km.
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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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect ski location

5/5 - Excellent

Adam

Stunning scenery.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We went on a guided via ferrata climb (Ra Bujela) that was awesome!

5/5 - Excellent

Jessica

I can’t wait to be back! Incredible alpine village l

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Do try the Tofana cable car, the views of the dolomites are just amazing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Absolutely marvelous. Excellent hiking. High quality local goods to shop in beautiful car-free Main Street. Good food wine and beer.

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