Beach in Italy

Beaches, temples, waterfalls, viewpoints and markets — the things worth building days around. Nothing here is booked on this page: each one says what it is and how long people spend there, then points at the stays and tours in the same area.

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Taormina & the eastBeach

Isola Bella bay

A small wooded islet joined to the shore by a shingle spit that appears and disappears with the sea, in a bay below the town. Reached by cable car and a walk down. Pebbles rather than sand, and clear water — bring something for your feet.

About 3 hours

CapriBeach

bagni di Tiberio

A small pebble beach on the north shore with the remains of an imperial villa behind it, reached by a path down from Anacapri or a short boat from the Marina Grande. Swimming among Roman brickwork, and quieter than anything on the Marina Piccola side.

About 2.5 hours

Cinque TerreBeach

Guvano Beach

A pebble cove below the cliffs between Corniglia and Vernazza, reached on foot and never crowded because getting there is work. Access has changed repeatedly as paths and the old rail tunnel open and close, so check locally before setting out for it.

About 2 hours

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The rest of the guides, and the catalogue behind them.

Where to stay in ItalyTwenty-two areas, who each suits, and how many to fit in.Best time to visitMonth by month — heat, crowds, prices and what closes.Knowing the formCoffee, churches, tipping and the small courtesies.Trip ideasReady-made routes you can hand straight to the planner.

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