Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

L’Aquila travel guide

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You're Going to Love L’Aquila

With a population of 33,691, L’Aquila is a must-see destination in Abruzzo, Italy. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in L’Aquila to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit L’Aquila

L’Aquila in March
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
L’Aquila in March
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to L’Aquila

Plane

Although L’Aquila doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pescara Liberi (PSR), which is located 41 miles from L’Aquila. The shortest flight to L’Aquila from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 2h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving L’Aquila, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from L’Aquila to Naples takes 2h 10m and costs around £14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Florence, expect to pay about £11 for a 2h 40m trip. Located 0.7 miles from the city centre, L'Aquila is the busiest station in L’Aquila. Another popular train station is L’Aquila Sassa Tornimparte, located 5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to L’Aquila is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 56 miles from L’Aquila. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Galdierirent, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to L’Aquila, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Naples, the bus ride to L’Aquila takes 135 miles and will cost you around £12. From Venice, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 400 miles. The most popular bus station is L’Aquila Questura, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of L’Aquila. L’Aquila Via Collepretara is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although L’Aquila doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pescara Liberi (PSR), which is located 41 miles from L’Aquila. The shortest flight to L’Aquila from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 2h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving L’Aquila, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from L’Aquila to Naples takes 2h 10m and costs around £14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Florence, expect to pay about £11 for a 2h 40m trip. Located 0.7 miles from the city centre, L'Aquila is the busiest station in L’Aquila. Another popular train station is L’Aquila Sassa Tornimparte, located 5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to L’Aquila is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 56 miles from L’Aquila. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and Galdierirent, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to L’Aquila, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Naples, the bus ride to L’Aquila takes 135 miles and will cost you around £12. From Venice, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 400 miles. The most popular bus station is L’Aquila Questura, located 0.5 miles from the city centre of L’Aquila. L’Aquila Via Collepretara is also a commonly used station, and is 0.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near L’Aquila

AOIAncona Falconara
PSRPescara Liberi

Airlines serving L’Aquila

Lufthansa
Good (7,489 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,977 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,179 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,065 reviews)
Luxair
Good (61 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (384 reviews)
Volotea
Good (567 reviews)
Air Dolomiti
Good (62 reviews)
Neos Air
Excellent (53 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of L’Aquila

Most booked hotels in L’Aquila

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La Compagnia Del Viaggiatore
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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My Suite Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hotel Porta Rivera
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Hiring a car in L’Aquila

Expect to pay £1.50 per litre in L’Aquila (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.95 and £23.93. The most frequently booked car type in L’Aquila is Economy (Lancia Ypsilon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.50 per litre in L’Aquila (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.95 and £23.93. The most frequently booked car type in L’Aquila is Economy (Lancia Ypsilon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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