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- Cattedrale di San Ciriaco — Perched on the Guasco hill, this Romanesque-Byzantine cathedral gives a real sense of Ancona’s layered past and delivers one of the best panoramas over the port and Adriatic; the climb is short and worth it for the view and the stonework.
- Arco di Traiano — This well-preserved Roman triumphal arch stands at the old harbor mouth: a compact piece of imperial history that anchors Ancona’s identity as an ancient port city.
- Mole Vanvitelliana (the Lazzaretto) — An 18th-century pentagonal “island” quarantine complex turned cultural venue; it’s photogenic, often hosts exhibitions and events, and tells the story of Ancona’s maritime and medical past.
- Santa Maria della Piazza — A small, atmospheric Romanesque church right by the water with an intimate piazza; it’s a
- Cattedrale di San Ciriaco — Perched on the Guasco hill, this Romanesque-Byzantine cathedral gives a real sense of Ancona’s layered past and delivers one of the best panoramas over the port and Adriatic; the climb is short and worth it for the view and the stonework.
- Arco di Traiano — This well-preserved Roman triumphal arch stands at the old harbor mouth: a compact piece of imperial history that anchors Ancona’s identity as an ancient port city.
- Mole Vanvitelliana (the Lazzaretto) — An 18th-century pentagonal “island” quarantine complex turned cultural venue; it’s photogenic, often hosts exhibitions and events, and tells the story of Ancona’s maritime and medical past.
- Santa Maria della Piazza — A small, atmospheric Romanesque church right by the water with an intimate piazza; it’s a peaceful stop that shows Ancona’s medieval civic life without the crowds.
- Teatro Romano and Colle Guasco — Ruins of the Roman theatre nestled under the cathedral hill; you can stand among the stones, imagine performances from two millennia ago, and enjoy quiet views over the city.
- Passetto and the memorial to those lost at sea — A rugged cliff path with steps down to small beaches, wartime memorials and dramatic sea views; ideal for sunrise, a brisk walk, or just watching ferries and fishing boats.
- Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche — The region’s main archaeological collection: local Greek and Roman finds, inscriptions and artifacts that put the port’s strategic role into context—essential if you care about the deeper history.
- Museo Tattile Statale Omero — A uniquely hands-on museum designed for tactile exploration (great for visually impaired visitors but brilliant for everyone); casts, replicas and interactive displays make art and classics feel immediate.
- Teatro delle Muse — An elegant 19th-century opera house in the city center; even if you don’t catch a show, the exterior and occasional guided visits give a window into Ancona’s civic culture.
- Porto Antico and the waterfront promenade — The old port area where fishermen, ferries and waterfront cafés mix; stroll the quays, watch the cargo activity, sample fresh seafood and feel the city’s working-harbour character.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.