The heart of Asti is flooded with a plethora of medieval palaces and merchant houses, many with monumental towers. It was once referred to as the City of 100 Towers of which several still stand majestically within the precincts of the old city walls. The most well known ones are the octagonal Torre de Regibus, Torre Troyana, Tower of the Comentini, as well as the ancient Rossa di San Secondo, built during the reign of the Roman Emporer Augustus. Located in the heart of the city is the great Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, which is one of the biggest in Piedmont and features in Romanesque style. The interiors of the cathedral are adorned with beautiful 18th century frescoes, some altarpieces by Gandolfino d'Asti and precious silver artworks from the 15th and 16th centuries. Clustered around the Asti accommodations are several other magnificent monuments, which are worth a visit such as Collegiato di San Secondo, Santa Maria Nuova, San Martino, and San Pietro in Consavia. If you need a break from your busy history city tour then indulge in some exciting outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, biking, fishing. You can tee off on the greens of any of the wonderful golf courses near holiday homes Asti or simply take a leisurely stroll along the wide tree lined streets of the city and browse through its bustling markets which are filled with countless shops and cafes. You can also enjoy a fantastic excursion to the nearby village of Mombarcaro, which is just a short drive away

Asti is renowned worldwide for its one of the much awaited events of Palio di Asti, in which all the old town wards, called “Rioni” and “ Borghi” and nearby towns compete in a bare-back horse race. The event recalls a victory in battle against the rival city Alba. Get your holiday houses Asti, booked beforehand if you plan to visit the city during Palio di Asti. Your trip to Asti will not be complete without sampling its great red wines along with some traditional delicacies. And if you want to buy something for your loved ones then there is no better gift than a bottle of wine or liquor. For a lavish dinner you can check out the multi cuisine restaurants where you can pamper your palate to world's finest delicacies ranging from Spanish and French to Mexican, American, Chinese. The lively pubs and nightclubs are perfect for experiencing the vibrant nightlife of Asti.