Pescara is a city in Abruzzo. It is the most populous city of the region, as well as being an active industrial center (metal and mechanics, conciaria, refining of sulfur, petrochemical), agricultural market and port fishing boat. Located on the sea, it is a popular seaside resort.

Culture and History

Traffic is their biggest problem along with limited parking. Taxis are few, it is an easy city to walk. There are pedestrian areas limited to traffic and good sidewalks. Just get in with a good pair of shoes and enjoy

Travel to Pescara - Visa Requirements

Flights and airtickets to Pescara

It is possible to fly from Brussels South (Charleroi) to Pescara using the Italian low-budget airline OnAir http://www.flyonair.it/index.aspx?lang=en

You can also fly Ryanair from London direct to Pescara Airport which is less than 10 minutes from the city.You can take direct flight from JFK and Toronto though with a limited schedule

By train

By car

Buses to Pescara

By boat

There are ferries in the summer connecting Pescara with Split and several islands in central Dalmatia including Hvar. Car ferries are run by Jadrolinija [1] and faster hyrdofoils by SNAV [2]. Ferries leave from the ferry terminal.

Tours and Getting around Pescara

Pescara tourist attractions and sightseeing

Pescara city tours

enjoy the wonderful beaches. Free beaches are limited however the entire shoreline il dotted with "stabilimenti balneari" and ombrelloni, each with his own name and color scheme. You can dine, enjoy a pizza or caffe' in all of them. Red flags means no swimming...white flags you can enjoy the wonderful Adriatic sea Mondays are market days in the area of the stadium. There is a classic open air market where everything can be had just walk through and enjoy

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Pescara souvenirs and shopping

Pescara Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

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Pescara nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Pescara cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

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