Arabba Things to do

Not known for its extensive off-the-slope facilities, Arabba is mainly a skiers' resort, with a quiet apres-ski scene and a small amount of non-skier activities. The general atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing.

Heli-skiing

Night-skiing 

Torch-lit descents

Snowmobiling

Snowshoeing

Paragliding

Ice skating

Ice hockey

Hiking

Mountaineering

Motorised sledging

 

Swimming

Saunas

Steam rooms

Turkish baths

 

Many of the hotels in Arabba have spa facilities and offer a range of relaxing and therapeutic treatments, as well as gyms and fitness centres.

Not known for its nightlife, the apres-ski in Arabba is low-key and quiet, with a selection of bars, located mainly in the hotels and restaurants in town. A couple of bars can be quite busy and stay open late, playing live music. For more choice and livelier nightlife, travel to Corvara.

 

The resort has a number of good restaurants, cafes and pizzerias, with plenty of choice up on the mountain for a hearty lunch or dinner, and the prices tend to be reasonable. Some local specialities to try include polenta, gnocchi and local game. 

Places to visit
Quaint and compact, Arabba is cosy and traditional, and feels both Italian and Tyrolean in character. The town centre has an authentic charm, and is surrounded by spectacular scenery, ideal for exploring. Non-skiers should definitely ride the gondola to the top of Punta Rocca to take in some stunning views. The area is steeped in history as a World War I battlefield. There is a World War I Museum at Marmolada Glacier, a ruined castle in the Livallongo Valley and many beautiful old churches around the area.