Palazzo degli Anziani

Perched atop Ancona’s hill of Guasco, the Palazzo degli Anziani is a striking Gothic-Renaissance civic palace overlooking the harbor. Built in the 13th–15th centuries, it long housed the city’s governing elders and later the municipal council. Its brick façade, crenellations, and elegant arched windows speak to Ancona’s medieval power, while the panoramic views from nearby terraces reward the climb. Though interiors are not always accessible, the building’s setting beside the Cathedral of San Ciriaco makes it an easy addition to a historic stroll, appealing to architecture enthusiasts and visitors seeking a sense of the city’s civic past.