Avezzano, Abruzzo

Overview

Discover Avezzano: Private Tours, Experiences & Custom Travel

The tow of Avezzano is located within the Abruzzo region of Italy. It is a flourishing agricultural and commercial center of the Marsica area and it provides a superb tourist base for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside and the nearby National Park of Abruzzo or the Vileno Sirente Park, close to which one finds the magnificent pine forest of the Madonna di Pietraquaria.

This is a wonderful area to visit guided or un-guided although getting in and out can prove difficult with the roads. We can assist you. Get in touch with us for more information and how we can best assist you in this area.

Among the historic sites still visible at Avezzano one finds the archaeological area of Alba Fucens, dating back to the times of Imperial Rome and containing the remains of ancient baths, a forum, a macellum and an amphitheatre. Then there is the Church of St Pietro and the Castle constructed by Gentile Virgilio Orsini. Of Lake Fucino only a few paintings remain as testimony of its past existence.

Among the towns to visit in the area; Celano, Tagliacozzo, Pescina, Trasacco, Carsoli, Magliano de' Marso, Scurcola Marsicana and Capistrello.

Plan Your Experience

Explore Avezzano

Our own photographs

Avezzano Through Our Eyes

Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Avezzano, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.

Avezzano - Fontana di Piazza Torlonia

Private Tours of Avezzano and Abruzzo Region, Italy - Driver in Abruzzo - Driver to Abruzzo from Rome

Avezzano, Italy

Avezzano, Abruzzo - Tower at Castello Orsini

Avezzano, Church in Centre of Town

Map

Get your bearings before you go

Photo Gallery

Costa dei trabocchi - Trabocchi Coast

Gran Sasso National Park Abruzzo Region Italy

Vasto

Agnone e Capracotta

Avezzano

Campitello Matese

Chieti

Costa dei trabocchi - Trabocchi Coast

Gran Sasso National Park Abruzzo Region Italy

L'Aquila

Loreto Aprutino

Ortona

Pescara

Sulmona

Teramo

Vasto

Find it faster

Tell Us Where You Want to Go

Search our tours, places to stay and the corners of Italy we know best.

Tell Us Where You Want to Go

Getting here

The Road to Avezzano

Most of our guests arrive by private car, with a driver who knows these roads and where it is worth stopping along the way. These are the journeys we arrange most often.

Rome Lazio, Fiumicino Airport Pescara Abruzzo and Molise, Abruzzo Airport Orvieto Umbria Civitavecchia Lazio, Cruise Port Naples Campania, Capodichino Airport

Where you are going Avezzano, Abruzzo and Molise

Starting somewhere else? Tell us where, and we will arrange the car.

Plan my transfer

Your Name*

Your Email*

Your Phone Number*

Dates for Travel (MM/DD/YYYY)

Number of Adults

Number of Kids under 12 years

Your request *

In their words

Stories That Stay With You

Here's what our guests share about their unforgettable journeys

“The trip was great; we appreciate all the hard work you and your team invested to make our experience a once in a lifetime trip. We appreciate all the attention to the details, in particular Giuseppe spending the time and the focus with us on the road and as w…”
Leon and Michele Read their story

“I traveled with JoAnn West through your services, guided by Giuseppe, in July of this year. What a wonderful experience; your service is really top notch! If I return to Italy for a tour, I will absolutely use your services again and recommend you to my friend…”
Lucretia Brower Read their story

“I am a travel agent with All About Honeymoons and I would highly recommend Italy Vacation Specialists. Jessica was wonderful in helping us plan in a last minute anniversary vacation during high season without any issues. She even checked on our clients while o…”
Tammy Joyce, All About Honeymoons Read their story

“Jesse, There are no words to describe the fabulous time we had in Italy. Everything went as you promised. Absolutely no problems! The venues were fabulous. The guides were punctual and helpful. It couldn't have worked out better. You and your staff deserve hig…”
Jo Ann West Read their story

“I have traveled to Italy 2x with the IVS for my own pleasure trips and 2x for business with IVS. These guys really pay attention and make your trip go like clockwork. Italy is nuts, just saying! There are so many rules and restrictions now, so we did not want…”
JoAnne Beaudoin, Retired Nurse Read their story

“We're home now from the most amazing trip to Italy! I can't thank you enough for your efforts and coordination of what was without question the finest vacations I've been on to date”
Carol Carson Read their story