Things to do in

L'Aquila

Enjoy a guided walking tour of L’Aquila’s historic center. You’ll still see the splendor of the medieval houses together with Baroque and Renaissance architecture of this ancient town built on a valley sorrounded by mountains. On this 3-hour tour you’ll learn about the mysterious foundations of the town, with a mix of history and legend, Knights Templar, and figures such as Frederick II and Pope Celestino V. Start from the romanesque Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggio and reach the highest point in L’Aquila at the Spanish Fort to admire the view after visiting the baroque Basilica di San Bernardino. From the Fort you’ll continue walking till Piazza Palazzo through cobbled roads and beautiful hidden places of the city center. the tour finished wuth a local nought tasting in the most ancient cafè in town.

Explore Abruzzo and discover its popular historical sites with the help of a local guide. Experience the film "Ladyhawke" as you visit the movie's filming locations, too. After meeting your guide, embark on a journey to the National Park of Gran Sasso and the Laga mountains through the ancient sheep route of Tratturo Magno. Arrive at Campo Imperatore, known as little Tibet, to admire the view at 2000 meters above sea level. Take a photo of the place in which Mussolini was imprisoned during the Second World War. Have lunch in a hut in the middle of nowhere where you can buy arrosticini (sheep meat) and cook it yourself on the outdoor grill. In the afternoon, head over to the Castle of Rocca Calascio, which dates back to the year 1380 and is also one of the shooting locations for the movie "Ladyhawke." Next, stop in Santo Stefano di Sessanio, one of the most beautiful Medici-owned villages in Italy. Explore the village and see the traditional arts and crafts shops where you can taste and buy authentic Italian products like saffron from L'Aquila, the red gold, local lentils, and traditional cheese, honey, and jam. Once you're done exploring, your guide will take you back to your preferred drop-off point.