Subsonica - Terre Rare Tour in Ancona
Electro-rock band Subsonica celebrates 30 years of music with their Terre Rare tour at Piazza Cavour in Ancona.
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Ancona
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Ancona, the capital of the Marche region, is uniquely situated on an elbow-shaped promontory along the Adriatic coast. Founded around 387 BC by Greek settlers from Syracuse, its name derives from the Greek word 'Ankon', meaning elbow. As a vital maritime gateway, Ancona flourished under Emperor Trajan, who expanded the port in the 2nd century AD, an achievement marked by the well-preserved Arch of Trajan. During the Middle Ages, the city operated as an independent maritime republic, competing with Venice and maintaining strong ties with the Byzantine Empire. Overlooking the harbor from Guasco Hill is the Cathedral of San Ciriaco, an 11th-century masterpiece blending Romanesque and Byzantine architecture. A rare geographical feature of Ancona is that, due to its position on the promontory, both sunrise and sunset can be viewed over the sea. Today, Ancona remains one of Italy's primary ferry ports, linking the country to Greece and Croatia.
- Location: Italy
- Top sights: Teatro Sperimentale "Lirio Arena" · Lunetta di Santo Stefano · Il Valentino
- Nearby: Palombina (7 km)
- Population: ~89.994 (2026)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 9 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 14 | 11 |
| Rain mm | 70 | 81 | 74 | 59 | 60 | 43 | 37 | 39 | 72 | 73 | 83 | 75 |
📋 Practical info
What is this place?
Ancona is the capital of Marche region and a key Adriatic port, connecting Italy to Greece and Croatia via ferries. The city's economy relies on shipping, shipbuilding, and tourism, with a historic center climbing Monte Conero.
Visiting
The port area is accessible to the public, with ferry terminals and the archaeological museum nearby. Visitors can walk along the harbor and watch ferries depart, while the old town provides impressive views from above.
Where to view it
The best viewpoint is from the Guasco Hill where the Cathedral of San Ciriaco overlooks the entire port and the Adriatic. The Passetto promenade also gives sea views with the port cranes in the distance.
Local products
Local markets sell Marche specialties like olive oil, Verdicchio wine, and cinghiale (wild boar) products. The port's fish auction has fresh Adriatic catch such as mackerel and anchovies. Seasonal truffles appear in autumn.
Active season
The port is busiest during summer when ferry traffic to Greece and Croatia peaks. The city is most alive during the summer cruise season and the Coppa Italia rowing regatta in June.
Nearby
Combine Ancona with the Riviera del Conero beaches, the medieval town of Loreto, or a ferry to Split in Croatia. The Grotte di Frassassi caves are also a short drive inland.
Geography
Facts
- Ancona is the only city on Italy's Adriatic coast where the sun both rises and sets over the sea.
- The Arch of Trajan was constructed in 115 AD using high-quality Turkish marble.
- The Cathedral of San Ciriaco stands on the site of an ancient Greek temple dedicated to Aphrodite.
- Ancona functioned as an independent maritime republic from 1100 until 1532.
- The Lazzaretto (Mole Vanvitelliana) is a massive pentagonal structure built in 1732 for quarantine.
- The city suffered extensive damage from Allied bombings in 1944 due to its strategic port.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do ferries from Ancona go?
Ferries travel to destinations in Croatia, Greece, and Albania.
What is the city's landmark?
The Cathedral of San Ciriaco on Guasco Hill, overlooking the harbor.
Is there a beach nearby?
Passetto beach is near the city and reachable via a monumental staircase.
How to get from the train station to the port?
By bus lines 1/4 or about a 20-minute walk.
What is Trajan's Arch?
A well-preserved 2nd-century Roman honorary arch located in the port area.
Ancona: where is it located?
Ancona is located in Italy.
Ancona: what is there to see?
Highlights include Teatro Sperimentale "Lirio Arena", Lunetta di Santo Stefano, Il Valentino.
Ancona: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
Ancona: why is it worth visiting?
Ancona, the capital of the Marche region, is uniquely situated on an elbow-shaped promontory along the Adriatic coast.
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