Vasto

Vasto

Central Italy

Abruzzo

Chieti (province)

Vasto Vasto is a town in Abruzzo Region in .

• By car — Vasto is on the A14 Adriatic motorway (exit Vasto), about halfway between Pescara and the Puglia border.
• By train — Vasto-San Salvo railway station, on the Adriatic mainline, connects to Pescara (45 min), Ancona, and Bari. The station is about 5 km from the town centre; local buses connect to the historic centre and Marina di Vasto.
• By plane — Abruzzo Airport (PSR) in Pescara is about 75 km / 1 hour north by car or train.
• By sea — Porto di Vasto (Punta Penna) is a commercial and tourist port; seasonal connections may be available.

Getting around Vasto is quite easy. Walking is the easiest way to get around town. If you are feeling adventurous you can walk from the main town down to Vasto Marina, which takes about 45min from the center of town. There is a very efficient bus system which can get you to any part of the city you wish.

Cathedral of Santa Maria Maggiore , [email protected] .

Punta della Penna Beach .

Baia Village , Punta Penna ( Take the SS16 (local highway) to the area known as Punta Penna, which is where the Port of Vasto is located. Look for signs. ). Definitely the hot spot for the night-life club scene. Located on the northern outskirts of town, it about a 20 minute drive from the center of town. This uber-chic open air locale gets hopping after midnight and people party until sunrise. Many famous celebrities and DJs headline events on Saturday nights. You have to dress well to get in. Vasto Marina - The main attraction to this touristy town is the spectacular beach. Golden sand and warm calm waves provide a relaxing setting. You can rent an umbrella and beach chairs at one of the many local establishments along the main strip or you can opt for the public beaches on either side. The beach becomes rocky as you head north up the coast.

The best restaurant in town is called "Le Cisterne". The food is spectacular and it sits right along the cliff which overlooks the coastline. It is a quick walk from the center of town located just down the steps from the public parking lot at the bottom of the Villa . A must go!

Cafes and bars in the town centre serve coffee, wine, and local beverages. Regional wines and spirits are worth sampling.

Hotels, guesthouses, and bed-and-breakfast establishments offer accommodation. Advance booking is recommended during peak season.

Local shops offer regional products, handicrafts, and everyday necessities. Markets may be held weekly in the town square.

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