Terracina is a small town in central Italy, in the Lazio region near Rome. It is so ancient that here you can find man-made objects much older than Rome itself. In addition, the sandy shores of Terracina are washed by the warm and clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, which makes it a wonderful seaside resort. Until the end of the XIX century. Terracina hosted the summer residence of the popes. The mild climate, ancient monuments, developed infrastructure, an abundance of hotels for every taste and budget make Terracina a great place to relax in Italy.
How to get to Terracina in Italy
The easiest way to get to Terracina is from Rome. It is from the Italian capital that the maximum number of public transport routes is organized. Well, to Rome, the best option is to fly by plane.
As of the end of April 2017, getting to Rome Termini train station is the easiest and cheapest way by train, departing at 8:36 and at 20:36 with a bus transfer at Priverno-Fossanova station. A second class ticket (there are no others on this route) costs 6.90 euros, and a bus ticket is included in this amount. There are regular buses or the Leonardo Express train from Fiumicino Airport to Termini Station itself. Read more about how to get to the station from the airport here.
Priverno-Fossanova is the sixth train station in a row, starting from Rome. This distance the train travels in 50 minutes. The bus that you need to take to get to the city of Terracina in Italy is delivered directly to the station and to the very arrival of the train. Dispatch - in 5 minutes. To the bus station in Terracina on the way you will need to spend about 35 minutes.
We remind you that this route is relevant at the end of April 2017. The schedule sometimes changes, but you can always check it on the website of the main railway company in Italy www.trenitalia.com. Blogoitaliano wrote a separate article about the features of buying tickets on the Italian Railways website.
Of course, those who value comfort and time can always use the shuttle service or rent a car directly at Fiumicino Airport.
For the rental option, remember that the roads in Italy are paid, and the rates are very differentiated and change every year. Travel costs from Rome to Terracina (115 km) will cost 11-18 euros (2017) depending on the chosen route. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with our article "Car rental in Italy: everything you need to know when booking a car" in advance.
Terracina Hotels
A string of hotels in Terracina stretches along the long coast, so guests will have to walk a few meters to the sea. It is also convenient that many hotels have their own beaches.
The average price of a good double room is around 100 euros per night, but you can easily find more budget options. We’ll tell you a little more about the leaders of the rating of user likes according to Booking.com. It is pleasant that most of the available Terracina hotels position themselves as "speaking Russian."
The choice of hotels in Terracina will allow you to choose a vacation to your liking
- Hotel Acquasanta 3 *. The small three-star Hotel Acquasanta in terms of service even exceeds its formal three-star rating. Free transfer to the city center, free parking, private beach. At the reception you can even borrow a bicycle, and also for free. Most of all, with their reviews, travelers noted a very good location, excellent food and friendly staff
- Hotel Poseidon 3 *. One of the most popular 3-star hotels in Terracina. Hotel Poseidon. In addition to all the obvious things that are appreciated by tourists, the hotel, by its very architectural form in the form of a ship, is very distinguished from other accommodation facilities. Hotel Poseidon is located 50 meters from the sea. There are two outdoor pools on the territory - for children and adults.
Hotel Poseidon is ship-shaped
- Albergo Ristorante Neapolis 3 *. Another three-star hotel 50 meters from the sea coast. In addition to rooms for 2-4 guests, visitors can spend time in the garden, sunbathe on the terrace and enjoy free parking.
- Torre Del Sole 4 *. The 4-star Terracina Hotel Torre Del Sole is a minute's walk from the seafront. On-site facilities include free parking, a sun terrace, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. From the food: in the morning - buffet, for lunch and dinner, Mediterranean dishes are served. The hotel is surrounded by amazing landscaped gardens.
- Grand Hotel L'Approdo 4 *. Finally, the best combination of prestige, stardom, comfort and positive guest reviews is the Grand Hotel L'Approdo. Here you will find everything that four stars provide, and even more. The hotel has its own private beach, free parking, a fitness center, bicycle rental, and transfers to Naples and Fiumicino are organized.
If, for any reason, the hotels presented in the rating do not satisfy your vacation requirements, you can always choose your accommodation option from the link below. A convenient filter system will help you find the hotel of your dreams.
What to see
You can start exploring the sights of Terracina from a historical monument, which is confidently considered the main thing in the city and its environs, and in the history of Italy in general Appian Way. It was along it that almost two millennia ago, the apostle Peter returned to Rome, directly in front of his own execution.
The first section of the “Queen of the Roads” was built under Appia Claudius in the 4th century. BC. and, logically, she was named after him. At that time, it was of strategic importance, as, indeed, almost all Roman roads.
Via Appia first connected the Capenza Gate in Rome and Capua in Southern Italy. Then the road was extended, "reaching" to Naples, and already under Trajan it was brought to the sea, that is, to the present Terracina in Italy.
Appian Way - one of the main attractions of Terracina in Italy
The Appian Way passes right through the city center, dividing Terracina into the Upper, literally strewn with ancient monuments, and the Lower.
Near the Piazza del Municipio, the Appieva road has its original appearance, since over the entire length of more than 500 kilometers it is asphalted and unpaved, and open paving stones are far from everywhere.
In the central square of Terracina Piazza del municipio and in its surroundings many monuments of different eras have been preserved. Here you can find the local Capitol, the Roman Theater, the remains of the Emilian Forum. The architectural dominant of the square is Cathedral of the Patron Saint Cesario. (Cattedrale di San Cesareo). The cathedral itself is worthy of special attention. Inside, a beautiful mosaic floor, laid out in the 5th century, has been preserved. and a copy of the statue of the god Zeus, dated II-III centuries.
Cathedral of St. Cesario
Near the cathedral you can find Wenditti Castle times of the Middle Ages (XIII century), and from the opposite side, attention will attract bishop's palace and Tower of roses.
Do not ignore the ancient Neapolitan Gate, built during the Roman emperor Trajan (I-II centuries AD). At one time they defended the entrance to the city from Naples. Now they themselves, as well as nearby fortress walls and towers present an impressive sight.
Neapolitan gate defended the entrance to the city from Naples
However, the most striking attraction of Terracina is deservedly considered temple of jupiterbuilt in the 4th century BC. on Mount Sant Angelo. Legend has it that precisely these places became the first earthly haven of formidable Jupiter when he was hiding from his father's anger. There is evidence that the first temple in this place was built by the Etruscans, and only then the Romans rebuilt it and "adapted" it to a religious building in honor of their god. In the evening, the temple is highlighted and is something completely unimaginable.
Temple of jupiter
What to do in and around the city
The fact that Terracina is a wonderful seaside resort and a priceless monument of antiquity is far from all of its advantages. For the traveler in Italy, the very location of the city is also very convenient. It is located very close to the largest and most important cities in Italy: Naples, Rome, Pompeii. That is why you can plan your spa vacation in such a way that you still have time to visit them.
Terracina has beautifully equipped sandy beaches
In Terracina itself, there is definitely something to do: sightseeing of ancient sights, beach vacations, boat trips (be sure to ride the sea to the islands of Capri and Ischia). In addition, these places are literally flooded with traditional types of entertainment for sea resorts: restaurants, bars, discos, attractions, water parks and all this against the background of the unique Italian nature.
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