Tours & Activities in Ascoli Piceno

see the imposing medieval Abbey of Santa Maria della Rocca

Embark on a 2-hour tour to discover Ascoli Piceno, between the medieval quarter and the talking windows

I'm a food lover by nature and also a native of Abruzzo. I'm an official Tour Leader recognised by the Abruzzo Region. I’ve been eating truffles since my mother had me in her womb, and since we live in a rich truffle area, I know the art and secrets of truffles very well. When I was 7 I trained my first truffle dog. I'm the founder of Experience BellaVita, a company that promotes sustainable tourism experiences in the less touristic areas of Italy, in Abruzzo. I and my friend Alberto, we do together the experiences that I designed over the years. He has my same qualifications and passion for Abruzzo. 1 of the 5* reviews "My mother and I enjoyed the Truffle Hunt Tour and Meal and it exceeded our expectations in every possible way. Marino is organized, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind and easy to chat with."

Discover its history and curiosities of Ascoli and taste locally-made Anisetta with this walk.

Embark on a guided walk through Ripatransone with our archaeologist. Enjoy a dynamic tour of history, stories and tastings.

Italian language and culture course. Wide program of free activities in the afternoon with other students such as guided tour of the historic center, river walk, cooking class. The school also organizes visits to wineries and vineyards with tasting of the excellent white wines (Pecorino and Passerina) and red wines (Rosso Piceno, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo) in the area, in the companies that produce oil. The Academy also organizes beautiful trips to other cities in the Marche and Rome.

Embark on a 1h30 evening tour to discover Monsampolo del Tronto and learn about the history of the place through stories told by the archaeologist who carried out the excavations in the area

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a Local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and  taste authentic recipes from Ascoli Piceno treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Relax on a comfortable bus with the necessary facilities between Ascoli Piceno Train Station and Rome with Roma Linee.

Ascoli Piceno is a rich, beautiful and fascinating city at all hours of the day. We'll take you discovering its history and curiosities related to the city and people with this walk. At the end, you will have the chance to sip a local made spirit, a digestive drink, eventually mixed with coffee to enjoy the last bit of the tour. This drink will be served in a historical coffee shop of the city (and more in general one of the most ancients coffee shops in Italy) that will be the perfect scenery for this tasting.An alternative evening full of light-hearted curiosity accompanied by our good local guide who will make you feel part of the city.

Immerse yourself in Spinetoli's rich culture and history with this walking tour, guided by a professional archaeological guide.

What could be better than discovering a place in the company of someone who was born and raised there and has always loved it? I will accompany you to discover the wonders of my city among history, curiosities and anecdotes. you will not be just a tourist but a guest!

In the old village of Grottammare Alta, You'll learn to work clay with a primitive technique, creating your personal souvenir in an artistic ceramics laboratory.

Discover the ancient Italian tradition of olive oil making, and visit a typical olive mill. Taste local delicacies paired with fine wine and enjoy extra virgin olive oil tasting.

Relax on a comfortable bus with the necessary facilities between Rome and Ascoli Piceno Train Station with Roma Linee.

The tour takes place with a tour guide and certified touristic cycle, affiliated with the FCI with third party liability insurance coverage. The historical, artistic and cultural aspects of the places visited will be illustrated. N.B .: e-bike rental not included in the price

Discover the romantic city of Ascoli Piceno on this walking tour with your guide. Learn the history of the city and then visit a local cafe to drink a typical digestif, Anisette, and some coffee.

Let's learn how to prepare egg pasta: Tagliatelle and Ravioli with ricotta and spinach ... Other times we make "Pesto" with fresh basil, pine nuts and Parmesan. We also prepare Ascoli Piceno specialties such as "di magro" sauce and "all'Ascolana" olives. First we cook and then we eat what we have prepared together with the teacher and his family ... finishing the dinner with a fabulous "Tiramisu" prepared by us.

Walk through the beautiful historic center of Montefiore dell'Aso and explore history of time while you visit the Museum of the clock.

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Discover this traditional Italian village known for its elaborate lace decorations. Take a guided walk through history as you explore the picturesque town and enjoy a lovely tasting of local wine.

Have you ever been to a local market and traditional food shop in Italy, full of ingredients you'd love to experiment with? This is your chance to  visit a market with a local expert, choose your most inspiring ingredients, and create and name your very own two recipes.  Go food shopping with your Cesarina and choose 3-5 staple ingredients that capture your imagination before immersing yourself in a private cooking class at their home. With their expert guidance, you will learn how to prepare your chosen ingredients and make your own two Italian creations. Cultivate your creativity and confidence in the kitchen by adding an Italian flair to your dishes.  Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Beautiful hills, authentic flavors and lots of fun are the ingredients of this activity: come and discover a world of colors and tastes around these magnificient hills

Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wine. During the lesson, the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Ascoli Piceno cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic Ascoli recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Marche cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of cuisine from Ascoli Piceno and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Your day in Ascoli Piceno is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir. Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

The tour is one of a kind because it allows you to visit the beauties of a medieval village accompanied by an expert guide who is able to show places and views that are difficult to reach by a tourist. It is also possible to admire places usually closed to the public. Finally you will enjoy a suggestive aperitif on a panoramic terrace that will seal this fantastic experience.