Things to Do in Fano

A central working fountain in the main square, built in 1599 with two basins and a statue of Neptune. The water is drinkable.

🕐 Always open

💡 Fill your water bottle here — it's cold, clean spring water piped from the hills. Perfect for a hot day walk.

A quiet 18th-century baroque church with a simple interior, a wooden crucifix from the 1300s, and a small crypt. No entry fee.

🕐 Mon-Sat 10:00-12:00, 16:00-18:00; Sun 09:00-12:00 (check local times)

💡 The crypt opens irregularly — ask the custodian near the side door. They'll let you down for a look if it's not locked.

Small free museum in the birthplace of this local painter (1856-1937). Contains his original works, sketches, and personal items. Often empty, so you get a private view.

🕐 By appointment only (call +39 0721 881 220 or ask at tourist office)

💡 Ring the bell at the ground-floor door if it looks closed. The volunteer curator lives upstairs and will open up for you — they appreciate visitors.

A wide stretch of public sand just south of the harbour. Clean, no entry fee, with basic facilities like showers and bins.

🕐 Always open (lifeguards on duty June-Sept, 10:00-18:00)

💡 Bring your own umbrella and snacks — the few free beach bars nearby charge double for a panino. Go early (before 10am) for a spot near the water.

A well-preserved Roman triumphal arch from 2 AD, marking the entrance to the old town. You can walk right through it.

🕐 Always open (external)

💡 Visit just before sunset when the light catches the stone — the road traffic is minimal then, so you can photograph it without cars.