Aquileia (UNESCO): monitoring overview of tourism development
A recent monitoring report confirms Aquileia’s central role in Italy’s cultural attractiveness, assigning an overall tourism development level of 75%. The analysis identifies strengths and the areas where targeted interventions are needed to turn potential into shared benefits for residents and businesses.
Key figures
- Tourism products: 93%
- Visitor behaviour: 88%
- Local businesses: 76%
- Territorial governance: 71%
- Infrastructure: 55% (room for improvement)
- Community involvement: 57%
- Accommodation supply: 39 units (3 hotels, 36 non‑hotel)
- Tourist arrivals per resident: 44.3
- Average length of stay: 3.8 days
- Visitors to cultural sites: over 301,000 on average
- Employment in tourism: 28% of workers
- Per capita income: €18,600
Environment and sustainability
The environmental profile includes positive aspects such as limited land consumption (6.3%) and good recycling rates. Still, tourism‑related waste generation (~46.5 kg per resident) calls for improved practices and infrastructure to manage visitor flows sustainably.
Operational priorities
- Strengthen territorial governance to balance heritage protection and economic development.
- Support creation and growth of local businesses, focusing on youth start‑ups.
- Integrate the UNESCO heritage with broader territorial offers to increase local value.
- Improve accessibility and infrastructure for more efficient site enjoyment.
- Manage visitor flows with sustainability measures to reduce pressure on services and communities.
- Develop the culture‑tourism supply chain to generate skilled employment.
What visitors should know
Aquileia provides a rich archaeological and artistic heritage and a scattered accommodation offer. Plan for at least 3–4 days to explore the site and surrounding area at a relaxed pace. The best visiting window runs from spring through early autumn.
Location
Address: 33051 Aquileia (UD), Italy
Coordinates: 45.767329, 13.3695598
Where it is
Location: 33051 Aquileia UD, Italia
Coordinates: 45.767329, 13.3695598
