Asti City Guide
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Italy

Asti City Guide

Piedmont

Asti is a small city in Piedmont, Italy, known for its medieval buildings and wine, especially Asti Spumante. It's walkable and offers a calm atmosphere for travelers and remote workers who want an authentic Italian experience with good food and wine.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Excellent
8

Local food centers on Piedmont specialties like truffles, hazelnuts, and wine. Major local markets supply fresh ingredients. Information on international and late-night options is limited.

Local Dishes:
Asti Spumante, Moscato d'Asti, Truffles, Hazelnut specialties
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Nightlife
Poor
0

Information on nightlife options is limited.

Coffee Culture
Poor
0

No specific details on coffee culture or specialty cafés.

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Tipping
Not Required

Tipping is not mandatory; small tips or rounding up is appreciated. Service charges may be included in bills.

Top Attractions
Asti Cathedral
historic
Impressive Lombard Gothic church in the city center.
Palazzo Mazzetti
museum
Museum with art and historical items.
Troyana Tower
landmark
Offers panoramic city views.
Collegiata di San Secondo
historic
Historic church.
Baptistery of San Pietro
historic
Medieval baptistery.
SIM Cards

SIM cards are sold at carrier shops, convenience stores, airports, and stations. Major providers are TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, and Iliad. eSIMs from both Italian and international providers are easy to get. ID registration is required.

Available at:
TIM shop
Vodafone shop
WindTre shop
Iliad shop
Recommended Apps
Asti SmartBus(transport)
Trainline / Italo / Trenitalia(transport)
Moovit(transport)
FREENOW(transport)
TheFork(food)
Google Maps / ViaMichelin(navigation)
Google Translate / DeepL(tools)
Il Meteo(weather)
WhatsApp(communication)
eSIM apps (Airalo, Holafly, etc.)(connectivity)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Poor
0

No detailed info available on city cleanliness or sanitation.

24/7 Services
Poor
0

No confirmed 24/7 pharmacies or clinics. After-hours services unknown.

Groceries
Esselunga
Famila
Conad
Spar

Supermarkets like Esselunga, Famila, Conad, and Spar offer a good selection including some international products. Large fresh markets run on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Bargaining is usual in markets but not in stores.

Cashless Payments
Widely accepted

Card payments work in most places, but keep some cash for markets and small shops.

ATMs

ATMs are easy to find, including from local banks like Cassa di Risparmio di Asti. International withdrawal fees may apply.

Schools
Local only

Information on local and international schools is limited.

Available Schools:
Unknown

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Not Available
Work-Friendly Cafés
Poor
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
0

No clear information on a dedicated digital nomad community or events.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Excellent
8

Several parks and nature reserves offer walking paths, shaded areas, and running routes.

Running
Good
7

Parks and trails in and around Asti are good for running and walking, including routes through green spaces and vineyards.

Gyms
Not Available

No specific gym information available, but padel clubs are active with good facilities.

Tennis
Poor
0

No details on tennis courts available.

Padel
Good
7

Padel is popular with two clubs having multiple courts and equipment rental.

Yoga
Poor
0

No information on yoga studios in Asti.

Martial Arts
Poor
0

No available information on martial arts schools or training.

Skiing
Poor
0

No ski resorts directly near Asti; region has options further away.

Water Sports
Poor
0

No known water sports facilities in Asti.

Surfing
Poor
0

No surfing spots near Asti.

Diving
Poor
0

No diving sites near Asti.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Poor
0

Dial 118 for medical emergencies. Information on English-speaking staff is limited. Pharmacies follow usual Italian standards.

Hospitals:
Unknown
Pharmacies:
Unknown
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water is safe to drink and follows European safety standards.

Common Scams
Fake tour guides, Fake tickets, Friendship bracelet/rose scams, Pickpocketing

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Excellent
8

Asti has playgrounds, parks, a paleontological museum and a seasonal water park nearby, making it suitable for families.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Poor
0

No specific data on LGBTQ+ friendliness or spaces in Asti.

Pet Friendly
Good
7

Pets need proper vaccinations and paperwork to enter Italy. Green spaces like city parks and nearby hills are suitable for walking dogs.

Communities
Local Wine Enthusiasts (social)

Quick Facts

Population
73,421
Power Reliability
Excellent
9/10

Power is reliable, supplied at 220V and 50Hz. Italy uses a mix of energy sources but outages are rare.

Mountains
Available

Hills nearby offer hiking through vineyards and forests with views of the Alps on clear days. Trails start from local towns.

Languages
Italian(90%)
English(30%)
Emergency
112
General Emergency
113
State Police (Polizia)
115
Fire Department (Vigili del Fuoco)
118
Medical Emergencies
803116
Roadside Assistance (ACI)
1530
Sea Rescue

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Low Risk
3

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Extreme heat
June, July, August
Summers are hot and humid with occasional heat waves reaching near 37°C.
Rainfall
April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Wettest months are between April and November, with more rain in May and November.

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