What to Do in Vercelli: 5 Must-Do Experiences Among Rice Fields and Traditions

If you're looking for something to do in Vercelli for a weekend away from the usual, you've come to the right place. Vercelli isn't just the European rice capital: it's a hidden city of art, surrounded by mesmerizing landscapes that change color with the seasons. And if you stay in the right place—like among the rice fields, in a B&B just minutes from the city center—you can experience Vercelli in a way very few people know. Here are 5 experiences you can't miss on a trip to Vercelli.

1. Basilica of Sant'Andrea: the Gothic masterpiece that will leave you speechless

The Basilica of Sant'Andrea is one of those places that makes you say "wow" as soon as you enter. Built in 1200, it is considered one of the finest examples of Cistercian Gothic architecture in Italy. The clean lines, the light filtering through the stained-glass windows, the silent cloister: it's the perfect place for a contemplative break before exploring the rest of the city.

📍 Location: Piazza Roma, Vercelli's historic center

⏰ When to visit: Open daily, free admission

Tip: Visit early in the morning, when there are few people and the natural light enhances the interior.

2. Stroll through the rice paddies: an unexpected spectacle

This is the experience that sets Vercelli apart from any other Italian city. The rice fields of the Vercelli area are a natural spectacle that changes every month:

- Spring (April-May): flooded fields reflecting the sky like perfect mirrors

- Summer (June-August): an explosion of intense, almost unreal green

- Autumn (September-October): golden rice fields ready for harvest

- Winter (November-March): bare fields shrouded in mist, a minimalist and poetic landscape

At AMY B&B, located in Asigliano Vercellese, nestled among the rice fields, you can organize guided walks or simply wander out and lose yourself in the fields. No Instagram filter can do justice to what you'll see in person. 👉 [**Find out how to experience the rice fields up close by staying with us**]

3. Piazza Cavour and the historic heart of Vercelli

Vercelli's historic center is perfect for a relaxing stroll. Piazza Cavour is the city's elegant living room, with its elegant porticoes, historic cafés, and Art Nouveau buildings.

From here you can explore:

- The Torre dell'Angelo (the city's medieval symbol)

- The Cathedral of Sant'Eusebio (with its must-see treasure and crypt)

- Via Galileo Ferraris and the city center streets (artisan workshops, independent bookstores)

- On Tuesdays and Fridays, there's also the weekly market: fruit, vegetables, and local cheeses.

4. Taste rice like you've never tasted it before

You're in the rice capital, so you MUST—MUST—try a real risotto.

In Vercelli, you'll find:

- Panissa vercellese: the traditional dish made with rice, salami, beans, and soffritto. Creamy, hearty, and comforting.

- Risotto with Barbera wine or local cheeses

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Where to stay in Vercelli to fully experience these experiences

Here's the secret to truly enjoying Vercelli: sleep outside the city center, surrounded by rice fields. At AMY B&B, just 10 minutes from Vercelli, you'll wake up to the rice paddies outside your window, enjoy breakfast with homemade pastries, and have the freedom to explore the city without the urban chaos.

We offer:

✅ Only 2 rooms (intimate and refined atmosphere)

✅ Breakfast with local products and homemade pastries

✅ Private garden for relaxing moments

✅ Free parking

✅ Personalized advice on what to do and see

When to visit Vercelli?

Every season has its own charm:

- Spring: the most photographed time (flooded rice paddies)

- Summer: bright green and pleasant temperatures

- Autumn: harvest, golden colors, authentic flavors

- Winter: intimate atmosphere, poetic fogs, few tourists.

There is no wrong time. There is only the right time for you.

Staying at Amy Casetta di Charme you will have the opportunity to try all these experiences, immersed in an atmosphere of pure peace and complete relaxation .

And if you are still curious to discover other activities to do here and at AMY B&B, watch the video!

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