Top most beautiful beaches in Italy
Scala dei Turchi Beach, Sicily Located between Realmonte and Porto Empedocle in the Agrigento region, Scala dei Turchi Beach is one of the most unique beaches in Italy with unparalleled scenery: it is not a sandy beach but a dazzling white cliff eroded by wind and sea. According to legend, it was once a hideout for Turkish pirate ships along the Sicilian coast. To reach the beach, you have to walk down a naturally carved staircase in the limestone, surrounded by small sheltered bays.
Scala dei Turchi Beach
Cala Luna Beach, Sardinia Located in the Gulf of Orosei, on the eastern coast of the island of Sardinia, Cala Luna is one of the most unique spots on the island due to its untouched beauty. Cala Luna is surrounded by rugged cliffs and mountain peaks, scattered with caves. It is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, known for its crystal-clear waters ideal for fishing and snorkeling. The sandy beach and shallow waters make it suitable for children. Access to the beach is only possible by boat or by a challenging hike (recommended for experienced hikers). There is a beach bar and a restaurant available.
Regina Giovanna Cove, Campania Legend has it that there was a Roman villa from the 14th and 15th centuries in this location, where Queen Joan of Anjou used to come for bathing. The queen was captivated by the beautiful sea and the scenery here. Regina Giovanna Baths are charming natural pools at the base of a cliff in Capo di Sorrento, just a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The seabed is rocky and quite deep, but the panoramic view is fascinating: from here, you can enjoy sweeping vistas of the Gulf of Naples, the Sorrento Peninsula, and the islands of Ischia and Procida.
Regina Giovanna Cove, Campania
Legend has it that there was a Roman villa from the 14th and 15th centuries in this location, where Queen Joan of Anjou used to come for bathing. The queen was captivated by the beautiful sea and the scenery here. Regina Giovanna Baths are charming natural pools at the base of a cliff in Capo di Sorrento, just a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The seabed is rocky and quite deep, but the panoramic view is fascinating: from here, you can enjoy sweeping vistas of the Gulf of Naples, the Sorrento Peninsula, and the islands of Ischia and Procida.
San Fruttuoso Bay, Liguria
Collelungo Beach, Tuscany This is one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, with a tranquil and rarely visited setting within the Maremma Park, amidst dunes covered in sea lilies and pine forests: that is Collelungo Beach. It is a wide and wild beach where you might even spot some foxes or cows on the beach, surrounded by sandbars and typical Maremma vegetation; the sea is calm and crystal clear. You can access it from the Visitor Center along the “A2 Le Torri” route (5.8 km) or from Marina di Alberese Beach to the south, a few kilometers away in the Tuscany region of Italy.
Collelungo Beach, Tuscany
Le Dune, Sardinia This enchanting beach is a stretch of white sand dotted with Mediterranean vegetation, nestled between soft sand dunes and turquoise waters. Le Dune Beach (also known as “Is Arenas Biancas”) is located at the southwestern tip of Sardinia in the Teulada area. This natural oasis is home to pink flamingos and herons, surrounded by sea lilies and wild thyme; a bit further to the north, there is a stunning lagoon with beautiful ponds.
Le Dune Beach, Sardinia
Punta Aderci Beach, Abruzzo Long stretches of sandy beaches interspersed with rocky outcrops, pine forests by the sea, and scenic hiking trails – Punta Aderci Beach is a highly regarded nature reserve along the Abruzzo coastline. The reserve encompasses Punta Penna Beach, known for its crystal-clear waters and unspoiled natural beauty, Libertini Beach with a dirt path leading to a promontory, and Mottagrossa Beach, one of the most secluded and pristine stretches of coastline on the Adriatic Sea starting from here. These lesser-known but stunning beaches in Italy are hidden gems that, once visited, are sure to captivate your heart!
Punta Aderci Beach, Abruzzo
Tonnara Beach, Sicily Located within the Vendicari Nature Reserve, a marvelous natural oasis on the eastern coast of Sicily, amidst coastal sand dunes, salt pans, and freshwater ponds, lies Tonnara Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy. It is a long stretch of sandy coastline characterized by pristine nature and emerald-green waters. Visitors can enjoy the small island of Vendicari and explore the remnants of ancient tuna fishing activities along the beach, where it is not uncommon to spot flamingos and herons. You can also hike or cycle along some of the paths surrounded by lush vegetation, between watchtowers and ancient ruins.
Tonnara Beach, Sicily
Zagare Bay, Puglia Located on the Gargano promontory not far from Mattinata, amidst towering white cliffs overlooking the turquoise waters and the lush green mountains, is Baia delle Zagare, also known as Zagare Bay, with its fragrant orange blossoms nearby. The unique feature of the bay is the two limestone formations sculpted by the wind. This place encompasses two of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, divided by a rocky outcrop: Baia delle Zagare and Baia dei Faraglioni, both adorned with white limestone cliffs. The beaches can be reached by sea or through branching paths from the main road
Zagare Bay, Puglia
Zagare Bay, PugliaArco Magno Beach, Calabria Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea not far from Cosenza and nestled within a small cove between majestic cliffs and a spectacular sea in the Gulf of Policastro, there lies a highly attractive beach in Italy: Spiaggia dell’Arco Magno – named so because of the rock arch that separates it from the sea. It is not easy to reach: you can either take a boat from the nearby Marinella Beach or venture along a water-resistant path carved deep into the rocks. From the top of the path, you can enjoy a truly breathtaking panorama.
