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Basilica of Aquileia

Aquileia, Italy

History

The basilica of a once great Roman city, floored with a vast 4th-century mosaic of fish, birds and biblical scenes. The Roman forum and river port are a short walk away.

Nearest town
Aquileia, Italy
Category
History & culture
GPS
45.7695, 13.3703
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • AquileiaCampsite
    1 km from Basilica of Aquileia · 115 pitches
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Isola del ParadisoCampsite
    5 km from Basilica of Aquileia
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Tenuta PrimeroCampsite
    10 km from Basilica of Aquileia
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Punta SpinCampsite
    11 km from Basilica of Aquileia
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Villaggio EuropaCampsite
    11 km from Basilica of Aquileia
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Village Mare PinetaCampsite
    20 km from Basilica of Aquileia
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Italy · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Basilica of Aquileia?

Basilica of Aquileia is in Aquileia, Italy, at GPS 45.7695, 13.3703. It is about 10 km from Grado.

Can you camp near Basilica of Aquileia?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Aquileia, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 26 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Basilica of Aquileia?

Basilica of Aquileia is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Friuli: from the Adriatic lagoons to the Julian Alps.

What is there to see near Basilica of Aquileia?

Places worth a stop nearby: Šmartno (27 km), Miramare Castle (28 km), Piran (31 km) and Strunjan Landscape Park (32 km).

When is the best time to visit Basilica of Aquileia?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)