Top Pescara Sightseeing Tours

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.

A scooter/bike tour to discover the food and wine specialties of Pescara, an unforgettable sensory experience. Live a unique sensory experience in Pescara. Enjoy a guided tour by scooter to admire the main attractions of the historic center of Pescara. You will be able to see many splendid monuments such as the Cathedral of San Cetteo, the birthplace of Gabriele D'Annunzio and the suggestive cycle-pedestrian bridge of the Pont del Mare. Listen to stories about the Abruzzo city from our expert guide. Experience the tour of Pescara with itinerant tastings: you will be in a centenary pizzeria, to learn about the art of small pizza and taste a piece. You will visit typical places in the city, to taste local cold cuts and cheeses, while sipping a glass of wine. You will discover the strong flavors of the king of street-food: the Arrosticino. Don't miss a porchetta sandwich. In the best homemade ice cream parlor you can refresh yourself with a fantastic ice cream in various flavours.

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.

Pizza and tiramisù are two of Italy’s most popular dishes, but they can be tricky to prepare on your own. This private home cooking class connects you with a local host to discover the tricks to turning out perfect pizza and tiramisù at home. Knead and shape your dough like a pro then assemble tiramisù under the guidance of your instructor. End with a celebratory feast featuring the dishes you’ve prepared together.

Like most of Italy, Abruzzo is famous for its wine, so no visit would be complete without sampling some of the local vino. Visit one the oldest wineries in the region for a wine-tasting session paired with a sampling of local olive oils, cheeses, salumi, and sausages. Follow the entire wine-making process, from weighing to pressing, and visit cellars where hundreds of thousands of bottles are stored for aging.

With this ecological tour aboard an electric scooter or an electric bike you will discover the beauty of the city of Pescara. Its splendid seafront with the suggestive Ponte Del Mare, the village of Pescara Vecchia with the birthplace of Gabriele D'Annunzio. The duration takes into account the planned itinerary and the movements within it.

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