Things to do
Things to do and see in CesenaWhatever you may be looking for in a city, Cesena has the perfect mix! From city centre heritage attractions to walking around quaint italian villages, from betting at the races to meandering around galleries. Discover Cesena's history and visit our magnificent working Abbey which provides the most beautiful hilltop views over the city. Take a stroll along the battlements of "La Rocca" and walk inside the walls of the fortress if you dare! Or just outside the city, visit Villa Silvia which is the home of the Italian Museum of Music where you can see rooms of musical machines from times gone by. Shopping in Cesena is quite a pastime, in fact, people make a trip especially to browse around quaint boutiques and top designer fashion stores - you are spoilt for choice - 3 shopping centres - La Terraze, Montefiore and Lungo-Savio, independent stores, the weekly Wednesday and Saturday markets, occasional craft fairs and special events so check our events listing so you don't miss out. During the warmer months, dining outside is a wonderful experience so that you can soak up the atmosphere of the city in the sunshine, while relaxing with a drink and a bite to eat. Enjoy the exciting events taking place at the local fiera or take the children to "luna park" fair when it comes. Sports are only a stone's throw away with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gardens and parks with play areas and even a bandstand for when you fancy an summer evening concert. Why not take a short trip out of the city and visit some of the beautful villages nearby such as Longiano and Bertinoro and don't forget your camera! |
Palazzo del Ridotto
Public Gardens
Cesena Trotto 
Cesena Market
Abbey of St Maria del Monte
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Alessandro Bonci Theatre
Villa Silvia
Biblioteca Malatestiana
La Rocca Events
La Rocca
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The Palazzo del Ridotto is a wonderful piece of architecture whose decor stands out from the rest of the town. The ground floor is currently part taken by a cafe'/bar and part by the Town Art Gallery which hosts contemporary exhibitions.
The garden is a peaceful place to either stroll or just enjoy the moment. Close by are coffee bars where you can quench your thirst and also 2 of the town's popular theatres.
The Cesena Trotto is a unique experience that you can take advantage of through only the summer months.
The hustle and bustle of the market is always a crowd drawer. With lots of bargains to be had on Italian shoes, bags and clothes outdoors and not forgetting the fruit and vegetable market set inside the town hall's courtyard.
The Abbey is a beautiful Renaissance building situated at the top of a large hill just outside the town centre with wonderful views over the city.
Teatro Bonci is one of the main Italian historical theatres. It was built between 1843-1846 under project by Vincenzo Ghinelli and is presented in exemplary form of Italian theatres combining harmoniously the admireable features of the internal space and the sober decorum of the neoclassical facade remembering Piermarini.
Villa Silvia is the museum for music and poetry. An 18th Century building located in the first hills of Cesena.
The Malatestiana Library is the only example of a monastic humanist library which is perfectly preserved in building, furnishings and book collection. Well worth a visit.
Amble on up to "La Rocca Malatesta" (the fortress) to enjoy some music, pictures and fireworks under the stars.
The Fortress 'La Rocca' - protection for the city of Cesena is set upon Garampo hill in wonderful gardens of tall trees and greenery.