Rende

Travel Guide
Rende
Take a step back in time as you meander around the pretty streets of this town encompassed by tall mountains and sprawling plains.

Rende is an interesting destination to visit when touring southern Italy’s Calabria region. This town and municipal area blends the charm of a medieval quarter with the modernity of an urban center. Rende dates back to the Oenotrian era, was a Norman stronghold and was fought over by feudal lords. It became a university town in the 1970s.

Sitting on a hilltop is Rende’s Old Town, with sleepy cobblestone streets and squares lined with ancient churches and noble palaces. Rende Norman Castle is an 11th-century fortress founded by Bohemond I, a leader of the First Crusade. The castle’s towers and portal feature on the town’s coat of arms.

Visit the Zagarese Palace, which houses the Civic Museum of Rende. Browse works by Italian painters such as Giuseppe Pascaletti, Giorgio de Chirico and Mattia Preti. Set in the halls of the Vitari Palace is the Maon Museum. Find thematic exhibitions with a strong focus on artists from the Calabrian region.

Admire more art and architecture at the town churches. The Baroque-style Church of the Rosary and Sanctuary of the Madonna di Costantinopoli both feature frescoes by Cristoforo Santanna. The Church of Ritiro and Church of San Francesco are also worth visiting.

Rende’s culinary scene presents the chance to experience the traditional flavors of Calabria. Sample freshly made cappelletti pasta stuffed with ham and gorgonzola. Another typical dish is tagliatelle with truffles.

About 4.3 miles (7 kilometers) east of the old district is the modern town, called Roges. See displays of contemporary art and photography at the Museum of the Present. Take time out at Robinson Park. To the north is the hamlet of Arcavacata, which is the headquarters of the University of Calabria and site of the Botanical Garden of the University of Calabria.

Rende is just a 25-minute drive from Cosenza. Take a train from Naples and Rome to Cosenza and then catch a bus to Rende, or rent a car to travel at your own pace around this historic area.

Hotel Europa
Hotel Europa
4 out of 5
Via J.F. Kennedy, Rende, CS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥9,423 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥9,423
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rende. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Metropolis Shopping Mall and PalaFerraro ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
"We had a great stay thanks to the amazing staff"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2023

Hotel Europa
BV President Hotel
BV President Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Alessandro Volta 47-49, Rende, Cosenza
The price is ¥9,910 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥9,910
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rende. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Palazzi Marconi and Metropolis Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (147 reviews)
"Very clean and modern. Found the bed to be very hard but other than that, very nice. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023

BV President Hotel
Best Western Premier Villa Fabiano Palace Hotel
Best Western Premier Villa Fabiano Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Cristoforo Colombo, Ss 19, Rende, CS
The price is ¥19,903 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
¥19,903
per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rende. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Palazzi Marconi and Metropolis Shopping Mall ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
Good place to stay.
"A bit out of town but comfortable, very clean and a very good breakfast. Staff friendly. Lots of restaurants to choose from in town. It was a good stop over from driving from Sicily to Puglia. Recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2023

Best Western Premier Villa Fabiano Palace Hotel
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This large vacation home near Cosenza (5 km) has an outdoor area with sun loungers and umbrellas, ch
This large vacation home near Cosenza (5 km) has an outdoor area with sun loungers and umbrellas, ch
Rende -CS-
Stay at this vacation home in Rende. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Chiesa del Ritiro and Chiesa dello Spirito Santo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautiful new home
"We were the first guests to stay at this beautiful home. It is out in the country, and has wonderful views of the countryside and old Rende. Our host, Rossana, met us at the house and showed us everything we needed to know. She speaks fluent Italian (which we do not) and English (which we do). That ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2018

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Luxury Apartment
Luxury Apartment
Rende
Stay at this apartment in Rende. Enjoy a water park, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Palazzi Marconi and Metropolis Shopping Mall are located nearby. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Perfetto
"Appartamento pulito, posizione eccellente, host molto cortese, lo consiglio vivamente."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2022

Luxury Apartment
Vacation home 2. 5 km from Rende and 5 km from Cosenza, with private pool and garden with children's
Vacation home 2. 5 km from Rende and 5 km from Cosenza, with private pool and garden with children's
Rende CS
Stay at this vacation home in Rende. Enjoy private pools, WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Chiesa del Ritiro and Chiesa dello Spirito Santo are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Our stay at
"The house was as expected. The check in was challenging due to the late arrival. Definitely recommend checking in during daylight. If you check in on Sunday, have Rosanna do some shopping for the necessity."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2023

Vacation home 2. 5 km from Rende and 5 km from Cosenza, with private pool and garden with children's
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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