Make a holiday rental home or villa in Aquilea, Italy your home away from home

Not to be confused with a city of the same name in Friuli, north-east Italy, Aquilea in the Lucca province is a small hilltop hamlet just a few short kilometres from the famous city of Lucca. Attractions in Aquilea are somewhat limited due to its size, but that in itself is the main attraction for many visitors to this part of Italy, who want to experience traditional Tuscan life and cut out the noise and stress of their normal lives and replace it with the relaxation and serenity that Aquilea has to offer.

Things to do in Aquilea, Italy

Aquilea has a hilltop location, and the views from the village centre are northing short of stunning. Many visitors have commented that they spent hours of their stay simply relaxing outside their Aquilea holiday villa, basking in the warm sunshine with their beverage of choice, and taking in the panoramic views of mountains, olive groves and neighbouring villages.

Aquilea caters for the more active tourist as well, with mountain biking, hiking and walking all easily arranged and making the most of the scenery and weather. Other local activities include fishing, cycling, tennis and paragliding, and you can even reach the beach or enjoy a round of golf if you are prepared to travel for an hour or so in the car.

The city of Lucca is regarded as one of the finest jewels in Tuscany's crown, and can be reached within 20 minutes by car or public transport from Aquilea. A visit here is a must during a stay in Aquilea, and visitors are rewarded with a number of sites of historical interest, well-preserved Renaissance city walls and a plethora of more modern attractions.

Places to visit on holiday in Aquilea, Italy

Renting a holiday villa in Aquilea provides you with the perfect opportunity to explore the local area. It goes without saying that the city of Lucca (11km) is a key destination in this part of Tuscany, but there are many more day trip options. An example is the lakeside town of Massarosa (32km), which has a varied landscape that is ideal for hiking, walking, horse riding and mountain biking.

Weather in Aquilea, Italy

Aquilea is something of a year-round destination, with warm to hot summer months and mild winters. The highest temperatures can be found in July and August, whilst December and January are generally the coldest months. Rainfall is steady throughout the year, with October and November often the wettest months in which to visit Aquilea.

Flights to Aquilea, Italy

The best way of reaching Aquilea from the UK is by flying to Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport (PSA). British Airways, EasyJet and Ryanair are just three of the UK airlines that fly to this destination, and the travel time is under two hours. The airport is 46km from the village centre.