Ancona Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Ciriaco) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Ancona Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Ciriaco). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, this is the best tour available right now:

• Ancona E-Bike Guided Tour

You can enter the Ancona Cathedral free of charge to admire its mix of architectural styles and take in the view from its hilltop perch. Most Ancona tours include a stop here along with other city highlights. Guided tours by bike start at around US$95 while scooter tours start at around €100.

The Ancona Cathedral sits at the top of Guasco Hill, a panoramic spot with views over the old town and coastline. Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for the best light to snap photos and cooler temperatures while you climb to the hilltop church. The cathedral closes for a few hours in the early afternoon from October to April.

Yes, the cathedral is accessible via a ramp located at the church’s side entrance; there are steps leading to the main portal doors. The steep climb to reach the church is challenging for wheelchair users and visitors with limited mobility, but you can book a tour with a driver for drop-off just outside the entrance.

All churches in Italy require modest dress to enter, and the Ancona Cathedral is no exception. Cover your knees, shoulders, and midriff and avoid beachwear and other revealing attire. Items that are permitted include sandals, pants, skirts that reach below the knee, and hats for women. Bring a scarf or shawl to cover your shoulders if visiting in summer.

Yes, photos and videos without flash or tripods are permitted inside the church, but prohibited during religious services. The church’s hilltop setting is one of the most panoramic spots in Ancona—charge your phone and camera battery before visiting, ready to capture the views from above.