Things to do in Cosenza

Set in the middle of Calabria’s remarkable landscape and located on the top of a sharp hill in the valley of Crati, Cosenza is one of the oldest cities in the region. As visitors walk through the narrow alleys of its steep historic center, they’re bound to be charmed by its unkept an authentic southern allure. The monumental buildings, exquisite churches, and dense maze of streets contrast with the recent years’ renewed vibrancy given by the birth of the largest university campus of Europe; today you’ll find the streets crawling with a curious mix of residents, tourists, and students.
Cosenza is the ideal gateway destination for the Sila National Park, an immense wooded plateau about 50 km from Cosenza, but it also features a number of artistic and historical treasures in the heart of the city as well a rich gastronomical tradition and a vibrant and exciting nightlife.