Things to Do in Ancona

Discover the magic of the Conero Riviera: from Ancona to Sirolo and Numana, among enchanting beaches, breathtaking views and authentic Marche flavors.

Discover the Conero Riviera with our boat excursion service, where every trip is an opportunity to explore hidden corners and enjoy breathtaking views. We offer daily tours departing from the tourist port of Numana, with us you will have the opportunity to visit the most beautiful coves and beaches of the Conero, including the very famous Spiaggia Delle Due Sorelle, you can swim and snorkel in pristine waters that can only be reached by sea, you will relax with a delicious aperitif based on local wine, cold drinks and snacks! Our expert skippers will guide you on a safe and fascinating journey, telling you the history and curiosities of the Conero. Our boats are modern and well equipped to ensure comfort and safety during each excursion. Book your excursion today and experience the Conero Riviera from a unique perspective. We are waiting for you for an experience you will not forget!

Explore the Frasassi Caves on a guided tour. Discover the vast chambers, towering formations, and mineral-sculpted rock that feels like a natural cathedral.

Few things fill the soul with wonder as the sunrise on the sea. A canoe trip becomes spectacular if the context in which it takes place is spectacular. And this is it. Together with a guide, paddleboard to paddleboard we will go to discover wild coves and limestone cliffs of the Regional Park of Mount Conero. We will meet the Bay of Portonovo, the suggestive Vele, the beach of the Forni. Arrived at the splendid beach of the Two Sisters. The time will not be marked in this enchanting dawn, but the colors, which will change at any moment from when the solar disk will appear, until it will rise high in the blue sky.

Explore Ancona and learn about its most important buildings, churches, squares, and historical events. Enjoy stunning and breathtaking views of this unique city situated along the Adriatic coast.

Discover some of the most popular attractions in Rome on a guided walking tour of Vatican City. Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with your guide, and admire the ornate interiors and the famed artworks housed here. Meet your guide close to the entrance to the Vatican Museums and follow them as you set out to explore the most interesting galleries within the museum. See the Rotunda, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps. Take in the ornate ceilings in each room and see the ancient statues, frescoes, and tapestries that adorn the walls. Follow your guide and enter the Sistine Chapel and the Saint Peter's Basilica and listen to your guide for their magnificent history.

Discover the excellence of Marche wines with a tasting of three selected labels, paired with a delicious platter of local products. A unique experience for true lovers of fine flavors!

We will sail aboard a comfortable sailing boat with a maximum of five participants. We are committed to offering an experience of relief and character by taking care of our guests with discretion. Relaxation, wellness, sea life, emotions and cultural exchange on the Conero Riviera to get to know and share a new, intense and unique experience. We will visit Ancona, the fishermen's caves, Mezzavalle, and the bay of Portonovo from a privileged perspective; for those who want to sail longer we will go as far as the Gabbiani beach, the two sisters, Sirolo and Numana. The departure is fixed at 10.00 while the return will be in the late afternoon at 18.00. By agreeing in advance we can adapt the itinerary and times to the needs of the guests. At your request, we organize evening outings with aperitifs and sunset swims. We await your contacts to give you all the detailed information.

Explore Ancona, an old Greek Port Town founded in 387 BC. Walk through the town admiring the views of the high cliffs overlooking the sea.

Experience the thrill of sleeping suspended between trees in the largest protected area of Le Marche. The natural park of Gola della Rossa and Frasassi, a jewel of biodiversity with its 105 species of nesting birds, 40 species of mammals, 29 reptiles and amphibians and over 1250 plant species! Start the adventure by moving slowly, enjoy the journey to the most exclusive base camp in Italy: NOMAD, our camp is set up every time to guarantee a unique experience; ECOLOGICAL, our choices focus on sustainability; WILD, we position ourselves in areas that allow total immersion in nature; INCLUSIVE, even if you are not an adventurer, experienced guides will help you to get out of your comfort zone. If you don't like cycling, don't worry, we have an option for you too!

you will be driving a classic vintage and original Fiat 500 around the beautiful places of the Marche Region, following the route called "roads of castles", where the Verdicchio wine was born.

Experience the unique thrill of a parasail flight over the coast and sea of Numana Put on the harness, clip on the parachute and let the boat drag you Spend 30 minutes to 1.5 hours in the beautiful setting of the Conero Riviera

Discover Ancona on a guided walking tour. Explore the historic center, see the Teatro delle Muse, and visit the Cathedral of San Ciriaco for panoramic views of the city.

The exclusive guided tour of Ancona by e-bike between the city and the countryside! On board an e-bike to discover Ancona by exploring it far and wide! Stop by stop, your guide will tell you stories and tales about the history of the city to immerse you in the history of Ancona at the time of ancient Rome, in the history of the Maritime Republic of Ancona in the Middle Ages up to the era of the Papal States and the Pope, and even today! A complete tour that allows you to fully experience the city thanks to your electric bike that will let you travel throughout the city with pleasure and without effort! You will see breathtaking views, listen to curious stories about the city and its inhabitants and savor the essence of a maritime city that was a true open door to the East! Minimum number 7 people (otherwise a customized price will be proposed)

Explore the evergreen Mediterranean forests of the Conero Natural Reserve on this guided hike from Sirolo. Discover sights like the 11th-century St. Peter's Church and views of the Adriatic coastline.

One of the most pleasant ways to experience experiential tourism is to attend a cooking class and the handmade pasta courses are an excellent opportunity to learn about local gastronomic traditions.

Discover the medieval town of Sirolo and the Accordion Museum (own expense) in Castelfidardo on a day trip from Ancona.

The private experience to discover the Conero Riviera and its wonders! We start from the tourist port of Ancona, sail along the most beautiful coves of the Riviera and then arrive at the Due Sorelle beach! During navigation you can enjoy a sail, relax on the boat or in the shade of the awning. Sea, sun and wonder: this is the experience that will make you breathe the real scent of the Conero Riviera! An aperitif with the typical flavors of the Conero and excellent wine will also be served on the boat. This experience is private and the boat carries up to 6 people, plus the skipper.

Learn local history and discover the entire town in this exclusive e-bike tour of Ancona.

Dive into the Italian way of life by living just like the locals do. Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at host's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic 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 regional cellars and coffee). Cesarine is 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.

Explore the National Archaeological Museum of the Marche on a private guided tour. Discover the history of the Marche region from the Paleolithic to the Roman Age.

Ready to discover the Marche region from a different point of view, but completely Italian-style? Of course, you got it 'on the fly': riding a blazing red Vespa! And it's no coincidence that we used inverted commas first: it is on the wings of the wind that you will fly to discover the unique and extraordinary beauties of our territory in a fun way and in complete freedom. Set off on this adventure with us, you won't regret it: to show you the best routes, those special places where you must pass by at all costs, we will provide you with a Book Tour that you can do at your leisure, since you will have no time limits and can organise your itinerary over the whole day and stop off wherever you feel most inspired. During your ride there will be a remote assistant available, should you need anything, but we leave you with the thrill of discovery!

A day of excitement on a comfy and safe boat that can fit up to 5 passengers. Sailing, relaxing, having fun, and sharing stories about the world around us.

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

Enjoy a 5-course dinner with wine pairings at a restored farmhouse. Savor the flavors of the Conero truffle and dine on the terrace with views of the Conero and vineyards.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Varese 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 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.

Reach the "Raffaello Sanzio" Airport of Ancona by regional train

You will be visiting places unkown even to the locals. The nature is wild and the villages are unique. If you are an experienced rider you will be challenged whether if you are beginner we know where to take you, we always have a way based on your level. You can rent a Bianchi E-Bike with us to enjoy fully the experience. You will go back home with new prospectives.

Luggage storage Ancona. Store your bags in our secure and convenient location across the city. Insurance and 24/7 customer support are included in every booking. Plus, NO size restrictions!

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Ancona through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would. Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.

Enjoy a wine and cheese tasting on day 1 in Gubbio, On day 2 a guided mountain bike tour in Furlo. Day 3 a Truffelhunt including truffle lunch

We will leave from the port of Numana to enjoy the beauties of the Conero Riviera seen from the sea, skirting the beaches of Numana, Sirolo, Le Due Sorelle until we reach the wonderful Portonovo, during the excursion it will be possible to dive into the waters of the Conero Riviera, we will enjoy then an aperitif with snacks and good local wine. The excursion will be enlivened by tales of local stories and legends.

Set sail to discover the beauty of the Conero Riviera: Spiaggia del Frate, Spiaggia Urbani, San Michele, Sassi Neri, Spiaggia delle Due Sorelle, Spiaggia dei Gabbiani, la Vela, Portonovo, Spiaggia di Mezzavalle and il Trave. The skipper will be your reference and will recommend the best points along the coast where you can dive for a refreshing bath and relax under the sun. You will learn about local anecdotes, history and culture. A small aperitif will be offered on board.

What sets this tour apart is the mix of skip-the-line entry, expert guidance, and a curated route that makes the Vatican feel manageable and memorable. Your experience starts before arrival, with dedicated support and a smooth check-in at the Crown Tours office near the Vatican walls. On the day, meet your guide and head past the waiting crowds to enter the Vatican Museums without wasting valuable time in lines. Inside, your licensed guide leads you through key galleries with smart pacing and engaging storytelling, helping you focus on true masterpieces like the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Pio-Clementine Museum, before reaching the unforgettable Sistine Chapel. For guests who choose the full experience, continue into St. Peter’s Basilica with direct access via Bernini’s Royal Staircase, a passage once reserved for popes and royalty. Multiple tour lengths and options let you choose the pace and depth that suit you best.

Skip the lines and experience the Vatican’s three greatest landmarks in one seamless visit, ending with a self-guided climb up St Peter’s Dome with an included audioguide and a rare perspective over Vatican City plus picture-perfect views of Rome. Follow a curated route through the Vatican Museums, from the Gallery of Maps to the Pio-Clementine Museum, home to the Apollo Belvedere and the Laocoön. In the Sistine Chapel, stand beneath Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment. Then enter St Peter’s Basilica via Bernini’s Royal Staircase, once reserved for popes and royalty, while avoiding the Basilica’s external entry system in St Peter’s Square. Inside, admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin. After the guided tour, take the elevator partway up the Dome, then climb to the Lantern viewpoint at the top.

Panoramic Tour Duration: 3 hours. Panoramic excursion along the Conero Riviera. We will discover all the most beautiful beaches admiring the unspoilt nature. Small welcome drink: We will offer some snacks and a glass of local wine. You can also try the parasailing flight with a duration of 15 minutes enjoying an exclusive view of the beaches from above. Riviera del Conero

Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica in a truly personal way, with an experienced and licensed guide in a 3 hour walking tour. Discover all the secrets about the favorite artists of Renaissance and Baroque Popes, combine the with a small group and you have a recipe for sight-seeing perfection! Raphael, Perugino, Botticelli and Pinturicchio are just some of the finest Italian painters you’ll meet on your tour between the halls of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll finally admire the breathtaking Giudizio Universale, Michelangelo's masterpiece. OPTIONAL: You will then enter the magnificent Basilica of Saint Peter, where your guide will share the secrets behind the Burial of Saint Peter, Bernini’s Baldacchino and Michelangelo’s Pietà or the explanation can be just from the exterior. Our Complete Vatican Tour goes beyond to give you a real insight into the Vatican City, join us on this amazing journey throughout the time.

Invite your senses to participate in an essential history lesson of Le Marche's wine culture with a guided tour within one of the region's oldest wineries, complete with wine tasting of native fine wines served alongside a selective platter of local meats.

Our roadbooks will guide you on a journey of about 80km aboard a Vespa 125 (2-seater and single-speed) through the Marche hills. On our way we will cross 8 medieval villages that have preserved all the charm of the millennial history lived. I'll show you places you don't normally find on tourist circuits. Thanks to the characteristics of our means of transport, the Vespa, a true Italian icon, we can quickly pass through alleys and alleys but also go up to the most famous and uncontaminated beaches of Conero. And all this you can live with your closest friends, because we can have up to 5 Wasps available to involve even groups of up to 10 people.

Visit the most popular attractions in Rome on a guided walking tour of Vatican City. Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with your guide, and admire the ornate interiors and the famed artworks housed here. Meet your guide close to the entrance to the Vatican Museums and follow them as you set out to explore the most interesting galleries within the museum. See the Rotunda, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps. Take in the ornate ceilings in each room and see the ancient statues, frescoes, and tapestries that adorn the walls. Follow your guide and enter the Sistine Chapel and the Saint Peter's Basilica and listen to your guide for their magnificent history.

Discover some of the most popular attractions in Rome on a guided walking tour of Vatican City. Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with your guide, and admire the ornate interiors and the famed artworks housed here. Meet your guide close to the entrance to the Vatican Museums and follow them as you set out to explore the most interesting galleries within the museum. See the Rotunda, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps. Take in the ornate ceilings in each room and see the ancient statues, frescoes, and tapestries that adorn the walls. Follow your guide and enter the Sistine Chapel and the Saint Peter's Basilica and listen to your guide for their magnificent history.

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

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.

Dive into the Italian way of life by living just like the locals do. 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 local 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. During this private hands-on cooking class you 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 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.

Dive into the Italian way of life by living just like the locals do. Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a Cesarina's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic local 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 regional cellars and coffee). At the end of the experience, take your souvenir back home: the official Cesarine apron and shopping bag. 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.

Dive into Ancona like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Ancona and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Alberobello typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Ancona as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience 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.

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.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes 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 2 authentic regional pasta recipes and of the iconic tiramisu. 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 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.

Book your Private Transfer from Ancona Cruise Port to Pescara Abruzzo International Airport (PSR). Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport/port transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.

Total distance: 10 km Vertical descent: 840 m Do you agree that hermits in past times always chose the most beautiful places where they could finally find peace? During this hike in the southern slope of the regional protected area, not far from Castelletta among the beautiful green woods and views as far as the eye can see from the grasslands you will discover where Hermit St. Sylvester Guzzolini abbot of the Benedictines, found his in the Hermitage of Grottafucile at the foot of Mount Revellone about 360 m above sea level. This is a trek of intermediate difficulty that combines historical curiosities of the Middle Ages, the company and accompaniment of a young and prepared guide, in contact with the nature of one of the most evocative areas of the area.