Villages to Visit Near Vercelli: Easy Day Trips by Car
- amycasettadicharme
- Jan 1
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 9
Staying in Vercelli doesn’t mean staying in one place.
If you’re looking for villages near Vercelli to visit by car, you’ll be surprised by how much you can see in less than an hour’s drive.
Within 10 to 50 minutes from AMY B&B, you can reach medieval villages, street art towns and food-and-wine destinations that still feel authentic, local and uncrowded.
This is a practical guide to the best villages near Vercelli, ideal for half-day trips and easy day trips by car, starting from the countryside just outside the city.
1. Ricetto di Candelo (BI)
📍 40 minutes by car from VercelliWhy go: one of the best-preserved medieval fortified villages in ItalyTime needed: 1–2 hours
Ricetto di Candelo is one of the most fascinating villages near Vercelli if you love history and atmosphere. Completely enclosed by stone walls, it still preserves its original medieval layout with towers, narrow streets and ancient buildings.
It’s compact, easy to explore on foot and perfect for a relaxed visit without rushing.
Perfect if you enjoy:
medieval architecture
photography
small artisan shops
Tip: visit early in the morning or late afternoon for a quieter experience.
2. Vicolungo & Mandello Vitta (NO)
📍 20 minutes by car from VercelliWhy go: history with a short, worthwhile detourTime needed: about 1 hour (longer if you combine with shopping)
Vicolungo is best known for its outlet, but the village itself offers a pleasant stop with the Church of San Giorgio, worth a short visit.
Just a few minutes away, Mandello Vitta hides a small frescoed church that feels completely off the radar — quiet, intimate and unexpectedly atmospheric.
This stop works well if you’re planning multiple villages near Vercelli in one day.
3. Moncalvo (AT)
📍 50 minutes by car from VercelliWhy go: hills, views and food cultureTime needed: half day
Moncalvo is officially the smallest town in Italy and one of the most enjoyable day trips from Vercelli if you’re interested in food and wine.
Set in the Monferrato hills, it offers panoramic views, historic streets and a strong local identity. It’s an easy drive and a great choice for a slow lunch and a walk through town.
Ideal for:
traditional trattorias
hilltop views
discovering Monferrato without long drives
4. Rive (VC)
📍 10 minutes by car from VercelliWhy go: street art in a rural villageTime needed: 45–60 minutes
Rive is one of the closest villages to Vercelli and one of the most unexpected. Historic buildings are gradually being transformed by murals and contemporary artworks, creating a striking contrast between old and new.
It’s a short, easy visit and pairs well with a drive through the surrounding rice fields.
Great for:
a relaxed walk
photography
something different from classic villages
How to Visit These Villages Near Vercelli
All the villages listed are:
easy to reach by car
accessible year-round
suitable for flexible, half-day itineraries
Staying just outside Vercelli allows you to:
avoid city traffic
park easily
combine villages with countryside drives
Where to Stay to Explore Villages Near Vercelli
AMY B&B is located just outside Vercelli, in a quiet rural area with direct road access to all these destinations.
It’s a practical base if you want to explore villages near Vercelli without long drives or crowded routes.
Why it works:
free parking
strategic position for day trips
peaceful countryside setting
ideal for slow, flexible travel
You explore during the day and come back to quiet evenings.
Ready to Explore the Area at Your Own Pace?
These villages near Vercelli are close, authentic and easy to reach by car — perfect for discovering Piedmont slowly, without stress.
Stay at AMY B&B and explore one village at a time, with the freedom to change plans and follow your rhythm.
