Making the most of Pesaro
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Because of low depth limitations, larger cruise ships may not berth directly at the dock but anchor offshore and transfer passengers by tender.
The port is close to the city of Pesaro — so if you have time, you could explore the town (beaches, historic centre) before/after your cruise.
Sightseeing
Visit the central square, Piazza del Popolo, which was once the Roman forum and is now surrounded by impressive historic buildings.
The Duomo di Pesaro (Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta) has ancient roots (you can see mosaic floors) and is a nice mix of history and architecture
Explore the Palazzo Ducale — a Renaissance-style palace in the centre that has been through many phases of history.
Pesaro is the birthplace of the composer Gioacchino Rossini, and this heritage is central to the city’s cultural identity.
The coastline in Pesaro offers long sandy beaches, ideal for a relaxing seaside day.
Getting around
The historic centre is very walkable. For nature trips (like Monte San Bartolo) you might consider transport or a car.
Pesaro also has many cycle paths (“bicipolitana”) which make exploring by bike a good option.
Money
Euro