Abruzzo is located 80 kilometres to the east of Rome in central Italy and extends all the way to the Adriatic Sea. The region has sandy beaches, dense forests, national parks and undulating valleys. Its hilltop castles, medieval towns and ancient monasteries add to Abruzzo's mystic charm, which is one of the greenest regions of Europe. From the mountaintops of the Apennines to the underwater splendor of the Adriatic shores, the range of attractions in Abruzzo is impressive. Abruzzo - Customs & Culture - Geography - Weather & Best Time to Visit - Sights & Activities: What to See & Do - L'Aquila - Teramo - Sulmona - Pescara - Chieti - National Parks - Castles & Fortresses - Recommended Itinerary: Two Days in Abruzzo - Budget Tips - Accommodation - Hotel Rojan - Albergo Stella - Hotel Alba - Hotel Gran Sasso - Harri's Hotel Chieti - Places to Eat - Carbonera - La Terrazze - La Cucina di Lullo - Riva Reno - Ristorante Pizzeria bar II Sarto Imbocca - Shopping - Confetti of Sulmona - Chieti - L'Aquila - Antique Shopping - Centro D'Abruzzo - Know Before You Go - Entry Requirements - Health Insurance - Travelling with Pets - Airports - Airlines - Currency - Banking & ATMs - Credit Cards - Tourist Taxes - Reclaiming VAT - Tipping Policy - Mobile Phones - Dialling Code - Emergency Numbers - Public Holidays - Time Zone - Daylight Savings Time - School Holidays - Trading Hours - Driving Laws - Drinking Laws - Smoking Laws - Electricity - Tourist Information (TI) - Food & Drink - Websites