Erasmus in Pescara

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Pescara

Why do Erasmus in Pescara? It is a quiet Italian city, located on the coast of the Adriatic Sea and very famous for its beaches. Its small size is perfect for moving easily around the city. Despite being a small city, there are plenty of activities to do, whether you want to relax or party with your friends.

Cost of living in Pescara, Italy

Life in Pescara is not excessively expensive, everything will depend on your budget and what you are looking for. In general, there are quite a few cheap places to eat or drink. A menu in a restaurant costs approximately €15. There are many cheap places to eat or drink in Pescara, so we recommend surrounding yourself with local people, so they can recommend to you which are the best places to eat.

The rental prices of flats or spare rooms may vary depending on the area and their characteristics, for example, if the spare room has a private bathroom or terrace, the rental price is usually somewhat higher. The minimum you can pay monthly for a spare room in Pescara is €200 and the average price is €250.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Pescara

In Pescara, you can find many places and activities to have fun, such as restaurants, pubs and nightclubs. Many young people go to Manthonè Street, as it is full of places where you can dance, have a drink and meet new people. Many nightclubs are on the beachfront, but some close in winter. We recommend you go to the “Megà” since they organize many parties and are open all year round.

Pescara has more than 10 kilometres of beaches where you can relax or do summer sports such as beach volleyball, windsurfing or jet skiing.

There are also cycling and hiking trails throughout the year. A perfect place to go by bike is the Tirino River, running along its banks. This place is also perfect for canoeing and taking photos as it has beautiful landscapes.

Culture and gastronomy in Pescara, Italy

When we think of Italy, we inevitably think of food, imagine trying Italian food from the Mediterranean coast… You have to try the great variety of food in Pescara. We recommend you try the wide variety of pasta, pizzas and gelato. We recommend the Toccaferro restaurant, as it has typical and original dishes. Also, in nearby streets like “Vía Firenze” and “Corso Umberto I” you can find more restaurants like this one.

But not everything is pasta and pizza, you should also try the arrosticini, which are skewers of sheep meat cooked over a fire. They are typical of the Abruzzo area. Pescara is a beach and port city, so you cannot miss the best fish in the area.

Pescara is the city where the famous poet Gabriele D'Annunzio was born, and in addition to giving its name to the university, the house in which this famous poet lived has been transformed into a museum that you must visit.

Advantages of doing the Erasmus in Pescara

• Pescara is a city with an excellent promenade to walk and relax when you are not studying.
• If you like beach sports, this is your place. It has beaches equipped to play beach volleyball or also practice water sports.
• Just 40 minutes by car from Pescara you have the Gran Sasso and Montes de Laga National Park. A place with beautiful views and more than 200 kilometres of trails. You cannot miss this!

Cheap Erasmus accommodation in Pescara

Do you need to find student accommodation in Pescara? In Erasmus Play you can find the best flats, spare rooms and apartments for students in Pescara. The preferred option for students is to rent a spare room in a shared flat because it is much cheaper. Prices for a spare room in a shared student flat can range from €200 per month to €800.

Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Pescara

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