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Ancona rediscovered
Explored in this way, Ancona takes on a particular and unexpected flavour, and even for its inhabitants, it becomes a different place, to be discovered simply by walking through the historic centre.
Not to be missed
The Ancona of the cinema is very different to the Ancona seen through the eyes of its citizens or visitors. Indeed, precious scenes from Luchino Visconti’s film Ossessione (Obsession) make it possible to discover unexpected images of the city, of the bay and the port as they were in 1943, before bombings destroyed a large part of the historic centre.
From the panoramic viewpoint of the balcony - opposite the important Duomo di San Ciriaco - from which Massimo Girotti surveys Ancona, you go down Via Pio 2nd until you reach the Roman amphitheatre and descend the little steps which lead you to the Museo Archeologico delle Marche. Passing by the Pinacoteca Podesti, which houses several masterpieces (Lotto, Tiziano, Crivelli, Pomarancio), you reach Piazza del Papa - Ancona’s living room - whose tea rooms and restaurants set the tone for this spacious and airy piazza.
From the Teatro delle Muse, which always has a very interesting theatrical programme to offer, you turn towards Ancona’s other coast. Yes, that’s right: even though you’re leaving the sea and the port behind you, you’ll find just as much sea if you continue straight on until you reach the Passetto. Ancona is one of the few cities in which you can see the sun both rise and set over the water! Go along Corso Garibali, with its sparkling window displays and you will reach the wide, tree-lined Viale della Vittoria. Go past the Stadio Dorico, and you will come to the Passetto, scenic viewing point par excellence. Nanni Moretti can be seen running in front of this backdrop in ‘La stanza del figlio’ (The Son’s Room), the 2001 film which took the Palme d’Or at the 54th Cannes Film Festival.
The walk is easy and covers a distance of about 4 kilometres. Several stages of the journey can also be accomplished using public transport (for example, along Viale della Vittoria). The route provides a new, different way to explore the city, not only for those holidaying in Ancona, or passing through for a few hours, but also for its own citizens.
How to get there
By car:
coming from the North or the South, follow the A14 and take the ‘Ancona Sud’ exit. Follow directions for the ‘Centro storico’ (historic centre). This route can then be followed on foot.
By plane:
the nearest airport is Ancona-Falconara. A shuttle bus runs between the airport and Ancona’s main train station, which is linked to the city centre by the urban transport system. Alternatively, we recommend that you arrange a rental car or driver by emailing: travel@paradisepossible.com
By ship:
the nearest port is Ancona, in the historic centre. We recommend that you arrange a rental car or driver by emailing: travel@paradisepossible.com
By train:
the nearest train station is Ancona, linked to the city centre by the urban transport system. For information and train times see www.trenitalia.it
Where to stay
Il casale di Giulia – Sirolo
An old cottage, built with the typical white stone of the Conero region, which has recently been transformed into an elegant and welcoming resort near the coast in the heart of the Parco Regionale del Monte Conero, next to the Conero Golf Club in Sirolo and only 5 minutes from the sea.
Hotel Emilia – Portonovo (Ancona)
Situated at one of the most panoramic points of the Conero Riviera, this 4 star hotel welcomes its guests with spectacular vistas and structural elegance.
La Locanda della Saline – Camerata Picena
A renovated 18th century cottage is the ideal place to rest and relax for those seeking comfortable accommodation within easy reach of Ancona Airport, the A14 motorway, the port and the station, which is still touched by the tranquillity of the Le Marche hills.
Where to eat
Bontà delle Marche – Ancona
On the shelves of the gastronomy section, you will find only products of the highest quality. Tasty sweets, honey and jam, the typical, traditional products of our region. You can stop for lunch or dinner on the first floor, delighting your palate by sampling the best local recipes and the quality of the ingredients selected and prepared for you by the chef.
All the Benefits of Booking through Paradise Possible
- 10% discount on all accommodations recommended by Paradise Possible
- possibility of visiting historical assets that are not usually available and not opened to the public
- assistance of experienced guides in art history with interpreter
- availability of the municipalities where the property is located
- availability of tourist reception at the farm contracted
- quality of courses tailor-made by experts for every itinerary
- assistance of experienced guides to adventure sports on the nature parks
- flexibility to take advantage of the itinerary with the same services for arrangement in group or in pairs.
Costs and methods of Payment :
- Each itinerary will be priced individually;
- For every booking of the itinerary it will be required a pay contribution for the number of people who will benefit of the Itinerary (*) to Paradise Possible and the 30% deposit for booking of accommodation at the selected facility.
- The methods of payment will be indicated by Paradise Possible, while the facility itself will show its own.
For more details on Marche Itineraries or to book, contact us us
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