Location: Cassino
Top Things to do in Cassino
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Cassino in Italy, from Europe region, is best know for Historic Sites. Discover best things to do in Cassino with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Abbazia di Montecassino
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4.5 based on 1 reviews
Founded by St. Benedict in 529, this abbey has suffered devastation many times but has been magically recreated.
Reviewed By joylh47 - Alexandra, New Zealand
An amazing tour in a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle with pick-up from (and return to) our hotel. An extremely knowledgeable driver (Paolo Giaccari from Italy Best Excursions) and joined by guide Anna once we arrived at Cassino. We visited the Commonwealth Cemetery, the Polish Museum and the Montecassino Abbey. Nothing was too much trouble for our driver or our guide, requests happily met, questions answered, travel comfort assured. A close relative had fought in the WWII battles at Cassino so we were keen to try and understand the history of the area from all perspectives. The incredible restoration of the Abbey is nothing short of remarkable, given the huge effort involved. Yes, one pays more for a personalised tour but it was important to us to honour all people who fought in the battle and understanding the horror for the local people affected by the four-month campaign at that time of the war.
2. Cassino War Cemetery
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4.5 based on 223 reviews
Cassino War Cemetery lies in the Commune of Cassino, Province of Frosinone, 139 kilometres south-east of Rome. The site for Cassino WAR CEMETERY was originally selected in January 1944, but the development of the battle during the first five months of that year made it impossible to use it until after the Germans had withdrawn from Cassino. During these early months of 1944, Cassino saw some of the fiercest fighting of the Italian campaign, the town itself and the dominating Monastery Hill proving the most stubborn obstacles encountered in the advance towards Rome. The majority of those buried in the war cemetery died in the battles during these months. There are now 4,271 Commonwealth servicemen of the Second World War buried or commemorated at Cassino War Cemetery. 289 of the burials are unidentified. Within the cemetery stands the Cassino MEMORIAL which commemorates over 4,000 Commonwealth servicemen who took part in the Italian campaign whose graves are not known.
Reviewed By ling1931 - Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
With the Monte Cassino Abbey on the hill over looking this Commonwealth War Cemetery which is very well looked after and a credit to those who maintain it.There are 4271 commonwealth servicemen of the w11 buried or commemorated here,it is very emotional as you walk the grounds and see just how young these troops are many in their teens and early twenties,it is also surprising how many different regiments served here,many of which no longer exist.There is access for wheel chairs,the one down side is we were warned of the number of car thefts taking place in the area.A must visit if you are in the area.
3. Polish Cemetary at Montecassino
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4.5 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By prvnipivni - Glasgow, Scotland.
The Polish Military Cemetery sits near Monte Cassino on the mountainous approach the soldiers took during the final bloody assault. It is a moving sight, dignified and very peaceful.
There is a small, modern visitors centre with helpful staff. It provides the context of the Polish struggle in WW2 and the importance of Monte Cassino to the Polish people.
The cemetary is about a 10-15 minute walk from the car park at Monte Cassino, or a short drive. Just head back out onto main road and there is a fork down to the left.
4. Haway Park
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4 based on 119 reviews
The Haway Park in Cassino is one of the largest aquatic park of the central Italy, with more than fourteen aquatic attractions. Like the covered Olympic swimming pool, together with the kid swimming pool, opened during summer and the winter period. To continue with two toboggans, the waves swimming pool, the river with rafts, two free hydro-massage swimming pools and the one with the 'mushroom' inside, the 'Multipista', the 'Jumbo', the 'Kamikaze', the small castle and the magic castle,the bruco mela mostly for children. In addition to water attractions there are two soccer fields, a lot of green areas where enjoy the sun and have picnic moments, a bar and a large free parking. Everyday the animation of the aquatic park will entertain with music and games every moments of the day, with special events organised each Sunday of the week.
Reviewed By Bill H - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Great place to visit and good value.
Plenty of sun beds across site and also plenty of slide options to enjoy.
Really liked you take your own picnic but also food n drink also available. Surprised how quiet park was on our 2 visits but made it easier as less queues at flumes/chutes. Good day out. All activities stop for lunch from 1pm-2pm and cheaper if you visit after 2pm.
Will go back as kids and adults all enjoy
5. Museo Archeologico
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4 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By pietro b - Barga, Italy
There is an indoor part and an outdoor part. we only did the outdoor. Accompanied by a free guide appointed by the Museum. Learned why an Amphitheatre is elliptical and a theatre is semicircular. Also why the Colosseum is called like that. Walking on an ancient Roman road is a very special treat. You can see the mark of the wheels of the carts on the stone!
6. Historiale di Cassino
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4 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By Paul C
I visited the Historiale when leading a battlefield study in March 2017 and the experience was utterly fantastic.
Izabella, our guide, was knowledgeable, passionate, and delivered an excellent tour and I was extremely grateful for her assistance in providing a truly exceptional audio-visual experience for the group.
I would recommend a visit to the Historiale for anyone in the area looking to learn more about the Italian perspective of the Battles of Monte Cassino.
7. Cimitero Germanico della Seconda Guerra Mondiale
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5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Peter L - Durham, United Kingdom
20000 German soldiers lie buried here , very different in appearance & character the Commonwealth Cemetery. Highly recommended.
8. Parco Lord Baden Powell
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Ursini - Italy
Oltre la villa comunale credo sia l'unico giardino pubblico in città: inizialmente molto curato, ora il prato è un pò trascurato ma i giochini sono sempre molto apprezzati dai bambini. Poco ombreggiato, io aggiungerei un guardiano onde evitare l'accesso a malintenzionati comunque l'apertura de La Vecchia Pesa ne ha certamente risollevato le sorti.
9. Rocca Janula
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3.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Rasputin21 - Melbourne, Australia
The Rocca Janula can only be reached if you have your own transport. If you travel by coach or local bus you will only get views of it from the hairpin bends.
It appears to have survived the bombing although refurbishment can be seen in the area around it. The gates are locked so photographs can only be taken through the gate if you have the opportunity to stop.
10. CaMusAC
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5 based on 7 reviews
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