Title: L'Aquila Travel Guide: Best of L'Aquila, Abruzzo Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila-Hotels.d55350.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila-Holiday-Rentals.d55350.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-LAquila.d55350.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-LAquila.d55350.Travel-Guide-Activities)[L'Aquila Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-LAquila.d55350.Car-Hire-Guide)[L'Aquila Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila.d55350.Holidays-City-Breaks) # L'Aquila Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Spectacular views all the way to the top. Italy at its best. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55350/71ee305d-106f-4945-97e0-6bcff5c8cae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Spectacular views all the way to the top. Italy at its best. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55350/71ee305d-106f-4945-97e0-6bcff5c8cae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We just decided to visit this Great Sasso park. it is a beautiful place. Unfortunately, the road was blocked ahead. So I took a picture of the cattle before I left.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55350/17e38681-d5db-48c3-b2c6-4ed68a423b34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The beautiful view of A24.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55350/1dfa4517-0d82-4784-ba39-6680e71804a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arrosticini BBQ http://sleland.weebly.com/blogs/a-is-for-abruzzo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55350/276d23ee-63a1-4dfb-a014-a3b066df0dc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit L'Aquila Things to do Reviews - Top hotels in L'Aquila - Top Holiday Rentals in L'Aquila ![My Suite Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22560000/22558200/22558179/0a0c92c8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### My Suite Hotel Località Sant'Antonio L'Aquila AQ £70 27 Feb - 28 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in L'Aquila. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fountain of the 99 Cannelle and Palazzo ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews) Very much enjoyed our stay, loved the coffee, water and juice on every floor, rooms are small and bathrooms smaller, free parking is about 100M away, busy coffee tabachi shop on main floor. This hotel divides a busy 6 lane road but noise in rooms is not a problem. Wonderful staff in hotel and service ... Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=22558179&PinnedHotelID=22558179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55350) ![La Compagnia del Viaggiatore](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1446000/1445999/cdcaae51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Compagnia del Viaggiatore Strada Statale 80 Km 6, 159 L'Aquila AQ £57 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in L'Aquila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Popular attractions Abbey of St John the Baptist ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews) This hotel is in the most scenic location we have stayed in, the staff are really friendly and accommodating the outdoor pool and jacuzzi was fabulous and the onsite restaurant provided some amazing meals. Really looking forward to returning for another visit Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1445999&PinnedHotelID=1445999&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55350) ![Hotel Federico II](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526100/526076/0d94853b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Federico II Via Strinella, 6 L'Aquila AQ £70 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in L'Aquila. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Forte Spagnolo and Museo Nazionale d'Abruzzo ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (197 reviews) This property has everything you need , the staff are all kind and helpful, the rooms are very comfortable and have all you require. We were sad to leave. The on site parking was safe and secure. A walk uphill and you are in the old town with a map and walking tour supplied by the Hotel. The breakfast ... Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=526076&PinnedHotelID=526076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=55350) [See all 521 properties in L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=55350) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Residence Hotel Azzurro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119600000/119599600/119599542/7ce29317_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Hotel Azzurro Via Giovanni di Vincenzo 2 L'Aquila AQ Stay at this residence in L'Aquila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Fountain of the 99 Cannelle and Palazzo Persichetti are located nearby. 7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews) Tutto bene camera pulita,posizione centrale non alcentro storico ma commerciale su tutto prezzo buono. Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila-Hotels-Residence-Hotel-Azzurro.h119599542.Hotel-Information) ![Relais del Parco Verde e Relais del Parco Rosso](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107990000/107984100/107984030/0705efe2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Relais del Parco Verde e Relais del Parco Rosso Via Fonte Augelli 9b L'Aquila AQ Stay at this apartment in L'Aquila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Palazzo Dragonetti and Piazza del Duomo are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila-Hotels-Relais-Del-Parco-Verde.h107984030.Hotel-Information) ![Relais del Parco Azzurro e Relais del Parco Rosa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999600/107999597/4e3c5366_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Relais del Parco Azzurro e Relais del Parco Rosa Via Fonte Augelli 9b L'Aquila AQ Stay at this apartment in L'Aquila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Palazzo Dragonetti and Piazza del Duomo are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Perfect place for a relaxing stay in a beautiful quite area. Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila-Hotels-Relais-Del-Parco-Azzurro.h107999597.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=55350&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check L'Aquila hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55350&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55350&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55350&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55350&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55350&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=55350&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Parco Nazionale del Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga Explore the great outdoors at Parco Nazionale del Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga, a lovely green space in Assergi. Discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parco-Nazionale-Del-Gran-Sasso-E-Monti-Della-Laga-LAquila.d553248621532500333.Attraction) #### Guardia di Finanza School of Inspectors and Superintendents Enjoy the student vibe at Guardia di Finanza School of Inspectors and Superintendents during your stay in L'Aquila. Discover the area's mountain views and churches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guardia-Di-Finanza-School-Of-Inspectors-And-Superintendents-LAquila.d686861191910543360.Attraction) #### Piazza del Duomo You can find out about the history of L'Aquila with a trip to Piazza del Duomo. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Piazza-Del-Duomo-LAquila.d6103136.Attraction) #### Church of Santa Maria di Collemaggio Church of Santa Maria di Collemaggio is just one of the places to see in L'Aquila, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and churches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Church-Of-Santa-Maria-Di-Collemaggio-LAquila.d6103122.Attraction) #### Fontana Luminosa Fontana Luminosa is just one of the places to see in L'Aquila, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fontana-Luminosa-LAquila.d6103126.Attraction) #### L'Aquila Public Pool You can take time to visit L'Aquila Public Pool during your travels to L'Aquila. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/LAquila-Public-Pool-LAquila.d553248621594534901.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Rome After Dark Mysteries Myths and Haunted History](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50240236/18f09792-0292-425c-9695-a3e21cbe5ec0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rome After Dark Mysteries Myths and Haunted History £16 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rome-after-dark-mysteries-myths-and-haunted-history.a50240236.activity-details) ![Castel del Monte and Trani small-group guided tours from Bari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49908893/64cba9f3-bfcb-4b91-a6bf-c0f71768e442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castel del Monte and Trani small-group guided tours from Bari £155 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/castel-del-monte-and-trani-small-group-guided-tours-from-bari.a49908893.activity-details) ![Trani](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48429724/21924833-0a75-46ed-8e3d-4631bc70bf2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Bari and North Puglia Top Towns VIP Tour with Lunch £1,122 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-bari-and-north-puglia-top-towns-vip-tour-with-lunch.a48429724.activity-details) [See all activities in L'Aquila](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-LAquila.d55350.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of L'Aquila 3.5 Guest rating 5 - Excellent 0 4 - Good 1 3 - Okay 1 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Sadly the fort was closed. ### 3/5 - Okay Verified traveller it's good to see the city being reborn after the earthquake! ## Cities near L'Aquila ![Rural fields with hay bales with mountains on the background at Rocca di Mezzo upland , Abruzzo , Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123154/529b638b-3d1b-49c1-96e6-003cd6f45d69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rocca di Mezzo ![Santo Stefano di Sessanio 01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131785/4aca2732-d510-4c92-9ee4-1977321a024b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santo Stefano di Sessanio ![Altopiano di Campo Felice](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159750/40f3c500-49c5-4dec-a9c8-8d20a0e06245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lucoli ![Castello di Barisciano (AQ)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347685/4e300711-9642-4db5-9ad4-fbd4e5a887e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barisciano - Cities near L'Aquila [Paganica](https://expedia.co.uk/Paganica.dx6048909)[Rocca di Mezzo](https://expedia.co.uk/Rocca-Di-Mezzo.dx6123154)[Santo Stefano di Sessanio](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Stefano-Di-Sessanio.dx6131785)[Lucoli](https://expedia.co.uk/Lucoli.dx6159750)[Rocca di Cambio](https://expedia.co.uk/Rocca-Di-Cambio.dx6186348)[Barisciano](https://expedia.co.uk/Barisciano.dx6347685)[Pietracamela](https://expedia.co.uk/Pietracamela.dx3000026978)[Isola del Gran Sasso dʼItalia](https://expedia.co.uk/Isola-Del-Gran-Sasso-DItalia.dx3000027818)[Fossa](https://expedia.co.uk/Fossa.dx3000027986)[Antrodoco](https://expedia.co.uk/Antrodoco.dx3000028995)[Ocre](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocre.dx3000404232)[Tornimparte](https://expedia.co.uk/Tornimparte.dx3000417806) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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