 Introduction
Arrival Plane
Treviso San Giuseppe Airport is located just three kilometres from the city centre. It is a small airport with flights to London, Paris, Barcelona, Amsterdam and various other European cities. ACTT bus number 6 heads to town every 30 minutes from 06:00 to 21:30. Venice's international "Marco Polo" Airport is located 30 km from the city. The Fly Bus connects the airport with the Venice-Mestre train station where frequent trains leave for Treviso.
Train
Treviso is located on the heavily trafficked Venice-Udine line, which is also directly connected with Venice. Those coming from the south or west normally need to change trains in Mestre. See the Trenitalia website for train schedules.
Car
By car from Rome, head north on the A1 (Rome-Bologna) motorway, passing the city of Florence. From Bologna, go northeast on the A13 (Bologna-Padua) motorway, then go east on the A4 for Mestre. From here, head north on the A4 and A47, turning left on to the SP62 to reach the city.
Churches and Museums
In Treviso the Chiesa di San Francesco (Church of St. Francis) was built from 1230 to 1270. It Is beautiful in its extreme simplicity. The church dates back to the 13th century and contains the tomb of Dante Aligheri's sons. The wood ceiling in the form of a ship bottom is very beautiful and decorated like the vault of heaven.
The Duomo
Was built in the 15th and 16th century on the site of an earlier Romanesque church, with a crypt dating from the 11th and 12th century; the porch was added in 1836. It has a Neoclassical appearance, but its origins are much older. The interior contains pictures by Titian (“Annunciation”, 1517) and Paris Bordone, and fine frescoes by Pordenone (1519-20). The Cappella del Sacramento is decorated with fine sculptures by Pietro and Tullio Lombardo and L. Bregno. To the left of the cathedral stands the Romanesque Baptistery (11th-12th century), with 13th century frescoes and a fine font.
San Nicolò
In Via San Nicolò, at the southwest corner of the old town, the Dominican church of San Nicolò, a spacious Gothic church built in brick (13th-14th century), has round piers and an unusual vaulted timber roof (restored). The interior is simple and solemn. Don't miss the Dominican Chapter Hall in the adjacent Seminary Vescovile, which contains a great fresco cycle by Tomaso da Modena, one of the best painters of the 14th century. The frescoes are a series of full figure portraits of the most famous Dominicans in history: two popes, 18 cardinals and 17 Dominican monks.
Santa Lucia and San Vito
Behind the central Piazza dei Signori stands this complex of medieval churches. The two churches are communicating and form one of the city's most interesting religious spaces. The interior houses 14th century frescoes by Tommaso da Modena and many other outstanding works of art.
Museum of Santa Caterina
The works of construction of the Church and of the monastery,began in 1346 and was was completed only at the end of 14th century after many interruptions. Inside the Church remarkable frescoes are still kept, among these there are some frescoes made by Tomaso da Modena; the most famous of these is dated 1358, which portrays St. Catherine holding a model of Treviso.
The Town Museum "L. Bailo"
The city museum is located in a former Jesuit monastery. It includes various sections: the archeology section contains Veneti and Roman objects and funerary items. The Pinacoteca follows the artistic evolution from the Renaissance to 19th century and includes works by Lorenzo Lotto, Titian, Jacopo da Bassano, Sebastiano Ricci, Tiepolo and many others. The Galleria d'Arte Moderna features art from Naturalism at the end of the 19th century to the second half of the 20th century, with canvases by painters who worked in Treviso.
Casa dei Carraresi
Is located in a pedestrian area overlooking the river Cagnan and the Pescheria. The building dates back to the 13th century, and after careful restoration, it has become the most important venue of temporary exhibitions in Treviso.
Places of Interest
From Piazza dei Signori a gallery leads to the small square of Monte di Pietà. Inside it is possible to visit the Cappella dei Rettori, ornately decorated with frescoes and gilded leather panels. The other rooms house original weights and measures and numerous works of art by Luca Giordano and Sebastiano Ricci.
Piazza dei Signori
In the center of Treviso is the picturesque Piazza dei Signori, with the Palazzo dei Trecento (after 1217), once the seat of the Great Council of the town, and the Palazzo del Podest à with the tall Torre del Comune. The Palazzo Pretorio, a Renaissance palace, houses the town council. A large external stairway leads inside the building, where 15th and 16th century sculpture which survived the 1944 bombings can be seen. Great vaults are located under the Palazzo dei Trecento, where Treviso''s inhabitants meet for pleasant breaks.
Town Walls
The Walls presence dates back to the Roman period in the Treviso history. The present vestiges are formed by a city walls extending for 4 km, largely by medieval (Porta Altinia), fifteenth-century and sixteenth-century buildings, these last were raised to defend Treviso, the most important Venice bastion in mainland, against Cambrai envoys.
The monumental gates
The historical center of Treviso was surrounded by walls almost four km long, mainly built by Venice in the 1500's. Once the walls were completed, a perimeter of water was created by diverting water from the rivers Sile and Cagnan, while still surround the city embellishing it with gardens. Two monumental gates in white stone open in the walls: to the north San Tommaso Gate and to the west Santi Quaranta Gate, both surmounted with the winged lion of Saint Mark.
The canals
Water plays the leading role in Treviso, the city is characterized by a system of rivers and canals which cross it and surround it. Walking through the center visitors encounter truly poetic settings, where medieval houses and buildings are reflected in the clear water of the canals. Wander around the maze of alleys starting behind Piazza dei Signori to discover the most charming corners of the city: Isola della Pescheria (fishmarket island), Canale dei Buranelli, Ponte San Francesco with the windmill, Ponte Dante with the university and Ponte S. Martino.
Porta San Tommaso
At the northeast corner of Treviso is the fine Porta San Tommaso (1518). The northern rampart walk which begins here affords beautiful views of the Alps.
The painted houses
These are another characteristic of Treviso; at one time all the houses of wealthy families were decorated on the outside with large painted motifs. Some of these can still be seem in many areas of the city: from simple geometric patterns to actual mythological scenes from the 16th century. A certain concentration is visible near Piazza Duomo, in Via Riccati, Via Canova and Via della Roggia.
Events
Marathon from Vittorio Veneto to Treviso with finish in the central Piazza dei Signori, due to its athletic level and number of participants it is becoming one of the most interesting in Italy. There are performances and concerts along the route to entertain the audience and cheer up the athletes.
"Primavera del Prosecco" - Wine Festival.
Each year all the towns in the upper Marca Trevigiana celebrate the official debut of the wines from the most recent harvest. A great festival which is celebrated in the unique landscape of the hills of Prosecco, between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, with 15 events held between March and the beginning of June. An excellent occasion for trying the gems of Treviso's wine industry in a very joyful ambiance.
Fantadia - International Multivision Festival - in Asolo, in May.
A week of exhibits, installations, performances, concerts and naturally multivision projections of Italian and foreign performers. Fantadia has become one of the most important showcases of this particular sector in recent years.
Prealpi Bike-Run Marathon - in the second half of August.
This race combines two sports, mountain biking and running. The race is held between Valdobbiadene and Mel, in the lovely setting of Treviso's pre-alp foothills. The first day the mountain bike long distance race is held covering 50 kilometers. The day after the running race covers a 30 kilometer route in the opposite direction. Athletes can decide whether to participate in one or both races.
"Artigianato Vivo" - Craftspeople Festival, in Cison di Valmarino, second week of August.
For 25 years this picturesque town in the foothills has been transforming itself into a unique setting: 120 master craftspeople from all over Italy take over the squares, streets, courtyards and arcades, demonstrating a vast range of techniques and products in a cheerful, lively atmosphere. They are accompanied by food stands, music shows and theatrical performances until late at night. Guided tours and didactic workshops.
Incontri Asolani" - International Chamber Music Festival.
This festival is held in the first half of September in inside the church of San Gottardo. It is an important event for classical music fans, and is held in a highly historic and cultural context: the historic city of Asolo.
Forum Spumanti d'Italia - first half of September.
This is the most important appointment in Italy for the spumante industry. The event includes a wine competition entitled "Spumanti d’Italia”, with the participation of the most prestigious Italian labels. Taste workshops, tasting classes and related conferences are held during the Forum.
International Guitar Festival - "Delle Due Città".
An essential event for guitar lovers is held at the beginning of September, a festival shared between the cities of Treviso and Rome. Some of the top international guitar players perform during the shows. The festival includes exhibits, meetings with the musicians and theater performances.
International Organ Festival "Città Di Treviso" - between September and October.
The most important builders and interpreters in the organ world meet in Treviso to participate in the international festival.. Treviso has a long organ tradition and possesses many historic organs which have been perfectly restored. In 1997 the Treviso Festival sponsored the founding of the European Committee of Historic Organ Cities (ECHO).
Ombralonga - in mid October.
A non-competitive marathon, its protagonists are wine, bars, Treviso and people. Thousands of participants armed with a wineglass, wineglass holder and map of the city, try the long route passing the various "stations", meaning the typical wine bars of Treviso. A way to discover the beauties of the city, indulging in some good prosecco, a cabernet and a few snacks.
Combai Chestnut Festival - last three weeks of October.
In Combai, a town in Treviso's pre-alp foothills, gourmets get together to enjoy the famous chestnuts, as well as excellent Prosecco and Verdiso wines in a unique, joyful ambiance.
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