Top Pescara Art & Culture

Pescara may be known as the “City of Two Cities", but its story goes much further back than the unification of two towns, Pescara and Castellammare Adriatico, in 1927. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll find out how a city devastated by WWII bombs managed to rebuild while preserving its 2,000-year history. Starting at Piazza del Sacro Cuore, you’ll cross both of Pescara River’s banks and discover a city that’s authentically Italian without the tourist crowds. You’ll hear about its origins as Ostia Aterni’s Roman port and how it became a Spanish fortress. You’ll also find out about the city’s strong connection to its most famous son, literary legend Gabriele D’Annunzio. You’ll stroll along seaside promenades lined with historic neighbourhoods, passing by innovative contemporary art galleries and traditional markets. You’ll walk the longest cycle-pedestrian bridge in Italy, the 466-meter Ponte del Mare which offers panoramic views from the Adriatic to the Apennine Mountains.

Tracing your Italian lineage from across the ocean and back through time can be challenging, especially if you don’t speak Italian. With this customized research service and tour, reconnect with your Italian ancestors from Abruzzo. Learn about their lives, visit the towns and villages where they once lived, and uncover historic records in local archives with the help of a local genealogical researcher and guide.

Accompanied by a professional local guide take a walk in the Castle of Rocca Calascio, famous for being the frame and set of numerous films and Hollywood films such as "Ladyhawke" and "The Name of the Rose"! Start by visiting the village below the Castle which you will then reach via the path that leads to the entrance bridge passing through the Church of Santa Maria della Pietà located along the path at the foot of the Rocca. You will continue with a typical Abruzzo lunch made of dishes made with excellence that the area expresses such as the Lentil of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Slow Food Presidium, the Saffron Dell'Aquila D.O.P. and the delicious Canestrato cheese from Castel Del Monte. This will be followed by a visit to the splendid village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio with its newly renovated tower, you will explore its narrow streets and countless shops with its handcrafted products.

This night excursion will take you to the heart of the most authentic Abruzzo, among archaeological areas, starry skies and night sounds. At over 1,460 meters above sea level, in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, stands Rocca Calascio: the highest fortification in the Apennines. In 2019, National Geographic listed it among the 15 most beautiful castles in the world. During the excursion: - you will do a challenging trek in the mountains - you will discover the in-depth history of the archaeological area - night sky observation and landscape photography - suggestive silences accompanied by the sound of night birds only - breathtaking views illuminated only by the moon Summary - Visit to the Medieval Village - Small trekking to Octagonal Church - Visit to the Rock - Brief astronomical info and looks up to the sky - Small trekking to the parking lot

An intense experience between history, tradition and suggestive views. This tour allows you to experience the medieval village and the famous Rocca Calascio in a unique atmosphere, immersed in the majesty of the mountain. Experience designed for lovers of trekking, photography and history. In 2019, National Geographic listed the Rocca among the 15 most beautiful castles in the world. During the excursion: - you will do a challenging trek in the mountains - you will discover the in-depth history of the archaeological area and medieval villages - you will observe birds of prey in flight and take unique panoramic photographs; Summary : - Visit to the Medieval Village of Calascio - Trekking to the village of Rocca Calascio - Visit to the Medieval Village - Trekking to Octagonal Church - Visit of the Octagonal Church - Trekking to the Rock - Visit of the Rock - Trekking to the parking lot