Car Hire Chieti

Chieti is a beautiful town of Italy, located in the Chieti province, in the Abruzzo region. Chieti has an area of 23 square miles and a population of nearly 55,000 residents. Each year on May 11, the locals celebrate the spiritual patron of the city, San Giustino de Chieti. The city has a long history, as it was established by the Arcadians and named initially Tegheate. When Romans took over, the town was flourishing and it even had a population of more than 60,000 inhabitants. Later, it became a part of the Duchy of Benevento. During World War II, Chieti magically escaped bombing. The city looks wonderful and it is filled with places you need to see.

Top Attractions within Chieti

The Gothic Cathedral is one of the main buildings of Chieti. It was initially built in the 11th century by Attone I, rebuilt in the 14th century with original parts and after a few earthquakes, rebuilt in the 17th and 18th century in a beautiful Baroque style.

Lake Bomba is an impressive attraction of Chieti. Tourists come to visit it attracted not just by the beautiful water, but also by the incredible traditional village in which the lake is located. If you want to see nature in all its glory, you need to visit the area of Bomba.

La Taverna di Mamma Luisa is one charming Italian restaurant you can visit at 16 Via Nicola da Guardiagrele. It is small and cozy, decorated with warm colors and with great traditional music in the background. The atmosphere is wonderful and the food is delicious.

Agriturismo Pesolillo is at 40 Via Colle Rotondo, in Chieti. You should go and enjoy a 100% traditional Italian dinner in it. The food is freshly made all the time and the service is excellent. The wine is very tasty and great desserts are often offered on the house.