Where can you go from Venice. Beach resorts in italy
Venice, of course, is good in itself, but there are many interesting things in its surroundings. In other words, a trip to Venice can be diversified with day trips to nearby places and towns. One has only to take into account that living in Venice is not cheap pleasure. Therefore, if you are planning to thoroughly travel around the mainland, then it is advisable to stop not on the islands, but somewhere in Mestre, next to the corresponding railway station (read about where it is better to stay during your trip to Venice in the corresponding article), or even in Padua or Vicenza. If you do not plan on frequent trips outside Venice, then you can live on the islands, especially if you are lucky enough to find a hotel or apartment for reasonable money.
As for transport, you can travel from Venice both by railroad, and by road (in this case, again, if you plan to travel by private or rented car, then in order to save money, it makes sense to settle on the mainland). In addition, do not forget about water transport, which you can hardly do without if you want to visit the islands of the Venetian Lagoon. With them, perhaps, we will begin an overview of directions for trips from Venice.
When it comes to the islands of the Venetian Lagoon, the first thing that comes to mind is Murano(Murano) and Burano(Burano)- undoubtedly the most popular destinations for short excursions from Venice. Strictly speaking, both Murano and Burano are part of modern Venice, but from the point of view of a tourist it makes sense to consider them separately, since they are on the periphery in relation to all the main Venetian attractions. In addition, both islands have striking individual features and are quite different from Venice itself. Burano is especially distinguished by its colorful houses.
A visit to these two islands is usually combined in one day: first Murano (it is closer to Venice), then Burano. Both can be reached by water. The road to Murano takes only 10-15 minutes if you go by vaporetto, say, from the Santa Lucia train station (Venezia Santa Lucia, the corresponding stop water transport called Ferrovia) or from the Fondamente Nove promenade. The timetable can be found at actv.avmspa.it (see, above all, the following routes: Linea 3, Linea 4.1 and 4.2, and Linea 12). Burano further. And you need to sail through Murano. The fastest way to get from Venice to Burano is moto-scaffo No. 12 (Linea 12) from Fondamente Nove: one way trip takes about 40 minutes (about 10 minutes to Murano and then another half an hour to Burano).
A trip to Murano and Burano can be supplemented by a visit to another island - Torcello(Torcello), which is located near Burano (Linea 9, sail 5 minutes). This is a quiet and uncrowded place, there are few attractions here, but those that exist are worth seeing.
Lovers of peace and quiet can be recommended to pay attention to the island. Sant erasmo(Sant'Erasmo), a kind of vegetable garden in the middle of the lagoon (Linea 13, about 30 minutes from Fondament Nove). The contrast is striking: in Venice there are usually crowds of tourists, and here, on Sant'Erasmo, a village is a village - beds, fields and vineyards. True, there is also an attraction - the Tower of Maximiliana (Torre Massimiliana), reminiscent of the time when Venice belonged to the Austrians - and even a small beach is present.
By the way, about the beaches. Venice can hardly be called a resort city, but you can find beaches here. From this point of view, the island looks especially attractive Lido di Venezia(Lido di Venezia) where all the necessary infrastructure is available. You can get to the Lido by different routes from different parts of Venice: see, in particular, Linea 1, Linea 2 (in summer), Linea 5.1 and 5.2, Linea 6, etc. Not a bad option for a half-day trip: in the summer you can sunbathe and cool off , and in the off-season - just wander along the sand along the water. And the Lido also has its own attractions. More about this and other interesting from the point of view beach holiday locations, read the article "The Beaches of Venice".
Before leaving the Venetian lagoon, let's pay attention to another interesting town. Chioggia(Chioggia) located south of Venice. Due to its obvious similarities, it is often called "Little Venice". The place is cozy, charming and not at all pompous. This, perhaps, is the value of Chioggi. You should not go here for delights and pictures against the background of beauty, but to see a cute provincial town living its modest life next to the “elder sister”. In addition, there is a good fish market here. And also in the adjoining place Sottomarina(Sottomarina) there is a beach. And if we talk about a beach holiday in the Venice region, then Sottomarina is no worse (and perhaps even better) than the above-mentioned island of Lido di Venezia.
You can get to Chioggia and Sottomarina using different types of public transport. The most convenient and fastest (about an hour's drive) is the bus (Linea 80E - see). A less convenient, but perhaps more scenic route is to go through the islands of Lido di Venezia and Pellestrina: first by bus Linea 11 (see) to the final stop on the island of Pellestrina, and then by vaporetto to Chioggia.
The above ideas are enough to organize big Adventure under the conditional heading "Venice and its lagoon". A good option for those who are not indifferent to Venice and want to get to know it from different sides. However, there are also many worthy places outside the Venetian Lagoon. They are worth visiting for a better understanding of northern Italy at all.
(Verona) deserves much more than a day trip from Venice. Here you can stay for 3-4 days, or even a week, considering that Lake Garda, Mantua and other notable places are nearby (read more about travel routes from Verona). Nevertheless, a day is enough for a quick acquaintance, since it is not long from Venice: about an hour and a half by train (see www.trenitalia.com) to Porta Nuova station, from where it is only 15– 20 minutes walk to the city center. The main thing is not to be limited to the theme of Romeo and Juliet, since Verona is by no means limited to this story. In Verona, there is the antique amphitheater Arena di Verona, and Romanesque churches, and the castle-fortress of Castelvecchio, and other attractions that deserve the most attention.
Vicenza(Vicenza) not as popular with tourists as Verona. But this is more an advantage than a disadvantage, because the city itself is wonderful. Vicenza is often referred to as the city of Palladio, as well as the city of palaces and even the land of Venice. All this is quite true, and many of the Vicenzian palazzo were created by Palladio himself. If they were in the place of other palaces in Venice, no one would have noticed the substitution. In short, a trip from Venice to Vicenza for at least half a day will be interesting, especially if you are interested in architecture. True, in this case, it is worth taking a walk in the countryside - to the Villa Rotonda (about half an hour walk from both the station and the center of Vicenza), and at the same time visit the Villa Valmarana ai Nani (it is on the way) and climb Monte Hill -Beriko, from where a beautiful view of the city opens. If you are lazy, then you can take the Linea 8 bus from the railway station, where, in fact, trains from Venice arrive. It takes only 30-40 minutes to get to Vicenza by high-speed train, or just over an hour by train.
Padua(Padova)- an ancient city, with rich history... Therefore, it is quite natural that many interesting sights are concentrated here: magnificent palaces (in particular, Palazzo della Rajone) and squares (Prato della Valle, Piazza delle Erbe, etc.), one of the oldest universities in the world, beautiful churches (first of all, the Basilica of San Antonio), a botanical garden and of course the Scrovegni chapel with frescoes by Giotto, as well as the famous equestrian statue of Gattamelata by Donatello, not to mention the ruins of the ancient Roman amphitheater. And all this is a half hour drive from Venice, making Padua one of the most obvious destinations for half-day trips. A few hours will be enough for a quick acquaintance with the historic city center. If you want to get to know Padua better, then you can safely go here for the whole day, or even for two or three days (more about where it is better to stay in Padua).
Verona, Vicenza, Padua, and Venice itself are far from millionaires, but still the cities are quite large. However, within an hour and a half from Venice, you can find many small towns that also deserve the attention of the traveler. You can get to each of them for half a day, or you can put two or three such cities in one day, since transport infrastructure allows (all cities discussed below, with the exception of Asolo, can be reached by rail - see www.trenitalia.com).
First of all, let's say about Treviso(Treviso), which is remarkable not only for its airport, but also for its incredibly cozy historical center. Perhaps Treviso has no attractions as famous as the Verona Arena or the Padua Basilica of St. Anthony, but overall the city makes a pretty sweet impression. It's easy to get here: half an hour by train from the Venice Santa Lucia train station and you are there.
Another pretty town - Bassano del Grappa(Bassano del Grappa- located in the foothills of the Alps. It's a little over an hour to drive here. Not fast. But as compensation for the time spent on the road, you can see the most picturesque place, and it will not be superfluous to miss a glass of grappa, for which Bassano is so famous. There is even a grappa museum.
Not alien to alcoholic themes and Conegliano(Conegliano), known for another drink - prosecco. Again, this is the foothills of the Alps, which means that scenic views are guaranteed. The journey from Venice to Conegliano takes about an hour. On the way, you can stop by Treviso for a few hours.
The place is no less picturesque Asolo(Asolo), around which many historical plots are woven. However, getting there by public transport is somewhat more difficult than to Bassano and Conegliano. Probably the most convenient way- get to one of the train stations located nearby (for example, to Bassano del Grappa or to Castelfranco Veneto), then take a bus to the Ca "Vescovo stop (for suitable routes, see www.asolo.it), and from there go up on foot to the historic center of Asolo (Centro Storico), or take the shuttle that runs regularly between the historic center of Asolo and the Ca "Vescovo stop.
Finally, let's look at two small fortified cities. First - Castelfranco Veneto(Castelfranco Veneto), which was mentioned in passing in the context of Asolo. Second - Cittadella(Cittadella)... It makes sense to combine their visit, since it is convenient to go to Cittadella with a transfer just in Castelfranco. In Castelfranco, by the way, in addition to the fortress, it is worth paying attention to the Cathedral, where you can see the "Madonna" by Giorgione (he is believed to be from this city). To Castelfranco from Venice - about 50 minutes by train, and from Castelfranco to Cittadella - no more than 15 minutes. Any other combinations involving Vicenza, Padua, Treviso and other nearby cities are possible, depending on the timetable for the electric trains.
When choosing a hotel or apartments in Italy in general and in Venice in particular, use not only booking sites, but also price comparison services. We recommend Roomguru.ru.
You should do the same when looking for air tickets. Take a look at Skyscanner.com, for example.
If you are not intimidated by the high cost of Venetian hotels, and the city seems quite suitable, in order to stay in it for a few days, study the routes around its surroundings. When choosing where to go from for one day, pay attention to the nearest suburbs, where you can find not only many architectural attractions, but also restaurants with hotels with more humane prices:
- In Mestre, which is called the gateway to Venice, the ancient Watchtower of the 11th century and the Cathedral of St. Lawrence have been preserved. It is from here that magnificent views of the Venetian Lagoon open up. The second reason for the popularity of Mestre, in addition to inexpensive housing, is the abundance of markets, shops with Italian souvenirs and outlets.
- Only 30 minutes by train separates Venice from the city. It has its own canal network, so that the Venetian atmosphere is preserved almost in full, but without significant crowds of tourists.
- An hour and a half by train - and you get to. It was here that Romeo and Juliet once lived, and the main attraction of the town is a house with a balcony, where the famous scene of Shakespeare's tragedy took place.
For detailed information on commuter train timetables and ticket prices, visit www.trenitalia.com.
To Lake Garda
Choosing where to go from Venice by car, tourists usually decide to look at the shores of Lake Garda. In addition to picturesque landscapes and landscapes, travelers can look forward to authentic Italian villages, restaurants overlooking the cliffs, beach holidays, windsurfing, sailing and fishing. For young travelers, the Gardaland amusement park has been built on the shore of the lake, and those who are older will surely like the local water park and oceanarium.
The distance of 200 km is easily covered by car on the A4 highway, which connects Venice, or by train, the desired stop of which is called Desenzano del Garda. Ferries, hydrofoils and even old-fashioned boats ply the lake. paddle steamers... Schedules and prices are available on the website www.navlaghi.it. It is convenient to travel between the cities on the shores of the lake by buses of the ATV company.
Active and athletic
Once in the north in winter and deciding where to go from Venice, fans active rest will certainly take advantage of the relative proximity of the ski resorts. Getting to Cortina d'Ampezza on your own is very easy. All you need to do is take the N29 bus from the Piazza in Venice. Tickets can be bought in advance at www.atvo.it.
Beach vacation
Despite the fact that the Venetian region is called Northern Italy, it is customary to sunbathe and swim here in summer. The towns of Lido di Jesolo to the east and Sottomarina to the south are perfect for a comfortable beach holiday. Buses N 10A and N 80, respectively, depart several times an hour from Venice and Mestre. Prices and details of routes on the website - www.atvo.it. There is a direct ferry from Piazza San Marco to Sottomarino in summer.
8 interesting places you can go from Venice for one day. Self-guided day trips from Venice: Verona, Padua, Trieste, etc.
Many come here to see the city's incredible architecture, gondolas and canals. And, of course, a great time. However, one or two, maximum three days are enough to explore a city, even as extraordinary as Venice. This makes the curious traveler look for itineraries for day trips from Venice. Get some air and explore other fascinating places in the Veneto region. If possible, independently, inexpensively and with the prospect of a safe return to the hotel that evening.
Individual excursions in Venice
If you have not fully explored the city and are not ready to organize leisure on your own, it makes sense to negotiate with individual guide and don't waste time visiting other places yet. Why private tours? Firstly, no matter how much we would like to seem independent and know everything in the world, getting to know the city with a local is fascinating.
Secondly, a limited number of participants for individual excursion(up to 4-5 people) - this is the only chance to hear at least something, remember and not get lost. Especially in a "cramped" city like Venice.
What excursions should beginners look for? You can limit yourself to popular hits - or, which are ideal for the first acquaintance with the city.
Having visited sightseeing tours, you can go further and look towards original, but no less intense routes - or. In the latter version, the guide will take you through the most vile amazing places and bakari (bars).
Day Trips from Venice
We invite everyone else to explore the city and its surroundings on their own. List best places, where you can go from Venice for one day.
Trek # 8 - Verona
Day Trips from Venice - Verona
Thanks to the fact that Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is set in Verona, the city has gained fame as the most romantic in all of Italy. Is this really so, to judge the locals, and the hearts of tourists invariably sink with delight and anticipation. Yes, yes, in Verona, at every step you can rub something, make a wish, for love. The striking facades of houses in Piazza delle Erbe, the central Piazza Bra and the 1st century Arena di Verona, where opera performances still take place, are key places in the city. Apart from Juliet's courtyard, of course.
The journey to Verona from Venice by car or train will take about an hour.
Trek # 7 - Ravenna
Where else to go from Venice? To Ravenna!
Traveling to this city is a good option for a self-guided excursion from Venice, and you will probably have time to return in one day. Why is Ravenna interesting? First of all - Byzantine mosaics, examples of which can be found throughout the city. The most famous examples adorn the Basilica of San Vitale, Piazza del Popolo and the Mausoleum of Gallia Placidia.
By train from Venice to Ravenna can be reached in 3 hours. It will take a few more hours to explore the city.
Trek # 6 - Padua
Padua is a 25-minute train ride away, making it ideal for a one-day excursion from Venice. You will see the sights and be sure to return to the hotel. According to data from the archives, the city was founded in the XII century BC. BC, making it the oldest in northern Italy. In addition, Padua is also very beautiful. Of the sights, it is worth immediately remembering the Basilica of St. Anthony and the grandiose Scrovegni Chapel, famous for the frescoes by Giotto of the XIV century. They stand out on the must see list of this city. For the rest of the time, plan to visit the city's Botanical Garden of Padua (it is also one of the oldest in Europe) and the old university.
Tour # 5 - Treviso
Just half an hour from Venice by train is the medieval city of Treviso, which has preserved its defensive walls, city gates and an old moat in its original form. The city center is small but pretty cute, with brick-walled buildings and good coffee shops. In addition to coffee, be sure to order a glass of prosecco in Treviso and (walking - walking like that!) - both the pride of Italy.
Trek # 4 - Vicenza
One of the best (albeit little known) day trips from Venice you can think of. The city is only 45 minutes away and is known for its stunning architecture, especially the buildings that were designed by Andreo Palladio. Among the most famous are the Teatro Olimpico and the magnificent Villa Rotonda, the main highlight of Vicenza. The historic center is beautiful, like almost everything in Italy. You can just take a walk, but it will be more interesting to visit local art galleries.
Trek # 3 - Sirmione, Lake Garda
Day Trips from Venice - Lake Garda
The city of Sirmione is located on a narrow peninsula that juts out into Lake Garda. The trip there will take two and a half hours, but the magnificent lake, the scent of lemons in the air, and the unique city on the water will cover all the possible disadvantages of a day trip. What to see in Sirmione? The 14th century church and the 13th century Scaliger castle. The rest of the time can be devoted to leisurely walks around the city, since it is tiny.
Trek # 2 - Trieste
Trieste is a two-hour train ride from Venice, making the journey into the city quite long but exciting. Outside of Italy, the city is known as the residence of James Joyce. It is interesting that in the cuisine, architecture and language of Trieste, Italian, Austro-Hungarian and even Slavic influences merged together. What came of this, decide on the spot, if you dare, of course, organize yourself a one-day excursion from Venice. Among the interesting places, we note Old city and the neoclassical Austrian region. The most magnificent sea views of Trieste open up from Castello di Miramare - a castle located in the vicinity of the city.
Important: to visit Trieste and visit the Miramare castle, one day may not be enough.
Excursion # 1 - islands of the Venetian lagoon
Excursions from Venice - Burano island
The waters near Venice are full of islands, the most famous of which are Burano, Murano and Torcello. Murano is famous for its glass craft, where travelers can visit private shops and watch the work of glass blowers, as well as explore some of the old churches. Burano is a fishing village famous for lace making and colorful houses. Torcello Island stands out on the list. Once it was even more significant than Venice, but now the glory has faded. It is a beautiful and quiet place, famous for its ancient Byzantine temples, especially the Cathedral of Santa Maria Asunta.
Walking to the nearby islands is the most popular excursion from Venice. You can travel from island to island by vaporetto. One day is just enough to inspect three islands at once, if you are fully armed - you are guided by the terrain and read a lot before the trip.
Excursions in Venice and its surroundings
The best excursions in Venice are not massive "gondola rides", but unusual routes from local residents. They are created by people who love and know the city. All excursions are conducted in Russian.
It is enough to look at the map to understand: there are more than enough beach resorts in Italy. Wherever you find yourself, wherever you come to in Italy, the sea is always close by. Even from the alpine slopes, you can reach the coast in just 3-4 hours.
It should also be noted that the sea resorts in Italy are extremely diverse. In Italy there are wide sandy beaches, and secluded coves with pebble shores, and beaches with a gentle entrance to the sea, and places where the depth begins at the very coast. In a word, the choice is vast - there is something to talk about. This, in fact, is what we will do.
However, before proceeding directly to, we will make a few reservations (to make it easier for you to navigate, since the text is voluminous).
The review of Italian beach resorts presented in this article is structured as follows. The focus is on popular Italian cities (or rather airports), where it is not difficult to get there from anywhere in the world, including from Russia (read more about air traffic with Italy).
Focusing on these cities / airports, we consider the nearby resorts that seem to us the most interesting both in terms of quality and in terms of transport accessibility... (Most of the beach resorts discussed below are accessible by rail - see www.trenitalia.com.) This is not our intent to list all of the available options. If you like any of the directions listed below, then you can (and even need to!) Delve into the topic - you will find many interesting places that we have not mentioned here.
So, in this review you will find information about the resorts located near the following cities:
Also, the beach resorts of Calabria and Puglia will be briefly considered. The major Italian islands - Sardinia and Sicily ( beaches of sicily considered in detail), since they require special attention.
As you can see, the order of consideration is from north to south, that is, from top to bottom on the map. It seems logical :) However, this order is also due to the fact that it is easier, faster and usually cheaper to get to the north of Italy than to the south. However, northern resorts tend to be more expensive than southern ones. (Although, as you know, there are no rules without exceptions.)
Finally, it should be said that all of the following is focused primarily on independent travelers. If you are interested in standard tours, we advise you to refer to such sites as and where you can find and buy these same tours online. However, it is quite possible here you will find something useful for yourself.
On this, perhaps, we will complete the introductory part. Let's move on to the review.
Where to go to the sea in Italy, and how to get to the best beaches
So, Italy, sea, rest, beaches. Go!
Generally speaking, Venice itself can be considered as a beach resort, since there is an island Lido di Venezia(Lido di Venezia) famous for its long sandy beach. You can get here by water directly from Venice Airport (sailing a little over an hour; see www.alilaguna.it). The undoubted advantage of the Lido is that all the Venetian sights are close by - for example, St. Mark's Square can be reached in just 15 minutes. Thus, it is quite possible to combine a beach holiday with walks in Venice. Read more about this option in the article "The Beaches of Venice".
Another variant - Lido di Jesolo(Lido di Jesolo)... This resort is located east of Venice and has an equally sandy and even longer beach. Venice airport is again close - about 40 minutes by ATVO bus (see www.atvo.it).
Further east you can find places such as Eraclea Mare(Eraclea Mare), Caorle(Caorle) and Bibione(Bibione), which is also quite easy to get to by ATVO buses.
To the south of Venice is the pretty town of Chioggia with its adjoining resort Sottomarina(Sottomarina)... The beaches here are also sandy, and the infrastructure is well developed, but getting by public transport not as convenient and fast as before the above resorts. In this case (especially if you are traveling with small children) it makes sense to order a transfer (see) or rent a car, since this can be done directly at the airport (see www.rentalcars.com, www.economybookings.com and similar sites).
By the way, all these resorts can be reached not only through Venice airport (Aeroporto di Venezia Marco Polo, VCE), but also through the nearby Treviso airport (Aeroporto di Treviso Antonio Canova, TSF), as well as through Verona airport (Aeroporto di Verona Valerio Catullo, VRN). However, a few words should be said about Verona separately.
- Venice. General info + Venice beaches
Getting to the beach resorts in Italy through Verona is perhaps not the best idea (unless cheap tickets turn up - see www.skyscanner.ru, www.momondo.ru, www.aviasales.ru and other flight search engines). However, one cannot fail to notice that it is a stone's throw from Verona to Lake Garda, where there are also beaches. It is clear that a beach vacation on the shores of an Alpine lake is not at all the same as a vacation at sea. However, this opportunity should not be overlooked either. Moreover, Garda is interesting not only as a beach, but also as a thermal resort. From this point of view, it is worth looking in particular at Sirmione(Sirmione).
However, back to the seaside resorts, and pay attention to the next point. Verona can be interesting as a transit point on the way to the beach resorts of the Adriatic in the event that you plan to travel to Italy by train (more about the railway connection between Russia and Italy).
Again, like Verona, Milan boasts proximity to lakes. In addition to Garda, it is worth mentioning at least two more lakes here - Como(Lago di Como) and Maggiore(Lago Maggiore), - where you can also find beaches.
- general information: about Milan, about Bergamo
- Flights: Milan and Bergamo
- Transfers:,
- Car rental locations: in Malpensa, at Bergamo airport
Genoa, as already mentioned, is located on the shores of the Ligurian Sea, and the most convenient way to get to the beach resorts of Liguria is not through Milan, but just through Genoa. In addition, you can not only fly directly from Russia to Genoa, but also take a direct train. There are a lot of options: in Liguria there are both sandy and pebble beaches.
West of Genoa, for example, are San Remo (San remo) , Diano Marina(Diano Marina), Alassio(Alassio), Pietra Ligure(Pietra Ligure) and Finale Ligure(Finale Ligure)... The beaches in the western part of Liguria are quite wide, long, often sandy, although pebbles are not uncommon. All these places are not so far from Genoa, but if you wish, you can find beaches and closer: for example, in Arenzano(Arenzano)- here the beach is pebbly - or in Cogoleto(Cogoleto)- beaches are partly sandy, partly pebbly.
There are also many interesting places to the east of Genoa. Most of the beaches of eastern Liguria are pebbly and at the same time do not differ in length (probably with the exception of the beach in Lavagna, Lavagna). But the water here is clean and the places are picturesque. Attention should be paid, for example, to Sori(Sori) and Camogli(Camogli)- both locations are near Genoa. A little further is located Santa Margherita Ligure(Santa Margherita Ligure)... Even further - Sestri Levante(Sestri Levante); here, by the way, there is a beautiful sandy beach. The further, the more rocky the terrain becomes, however, there are also places for swimming. There are even beaches in the Cinque Terre. The most interesting are in Monterosso al Mare(Monterosso al Mare): there are both sandy and pebble (more).
All of the listed resorts of Liguria are accessible by rail. Genoa Airport (Aeroporto di Genova Cristoforo Colombo, GOA), in turn, has a convenient connection with the train station Sestri Ponente (Genova Sestri Ponente Aeroporto).
A detailed overview of the beach resorts on the Ligurian coast is presented in this article.
Let's return to the shores of the Adriatic Sea, where, in addition to the considered resorts, there is the well-known Rimini(Rimini)... Wide sandy beaches, calm sea and excellently developed tourist infrastructure - all this attracts a huge number of beach lovers in Rimini and its surroundings. There is a place here for families with children, for noisy youth, and for elderly tourists (read more about hotels and districts of Rimini). In addition, this is a favorite destination of Russian tour operators. Therefore, before thinking about independent trip in Rimini, you should carefully study the offers of travel agencies (you can look at the same and). It is highly likely that buying a tour in Rimini will be cheaper than organizing your own vacation.
Conveniently, Rimini has its own international Airport(Aeroporto di Rimini Federico Fellini, RMI), from where, if you wish, you can even walk to some hotels (see, for example, Hotel Ascot). In addition, Rimini is conveniently accessible via Bologna Airport (Aeroporto di Bologna Guglielmo Marconi, BLQ).
However, it is not at all necessary to be limited to Rimini and its immediate surroundings. If you like the Adriatic, but you are not attracted by either Rimini or Riccione(Riccione) nor Cattolica(Cattolica) nor Milano Marittima(Milano Marittima), then you should take a closer look at the located to the south Pesaro(Pesaro), Fano(Fano) and Senigallia(Senigallia)... Here - all the same wide sandy beaches and a smooth entrance to the sea. These resorts are also easily accessible via Rimini airport. The airport of Ancona (Aeroporto delle Marche, AOI) is also worth keeping in mind.
To the north of Rimini you can pay attention to such places as Lido Adriano(Lido Adriano) and Punta Marina(Punta Marina), which is not far from Ravenna.
- General information: about Rimini, about Bologna
- Flights: to Rimini, to Bologna
- Transfers:,
- Car rental locations: at Rimini airport, at Bologna airport
Pisa is perfect as a transit point on the way to the spacious sandy beaches of the so-called Tuscan Riviera (aka Versilia). In particular, from the airport of Pisa (Aeroporto di Pisa Galileo Galilei, PSA) in just over an hour you can take a bus (for more details see www.pisa-airport.com) to such popular seaside resorts as Viareggio(Viareggio) and Lido di Camaiore(Lido di Camaiore)... Nearby also Forte dei Marmi(Forte dei Marmi), Marina di Massa(Marina di Massa) and Marina di Carrara(Marina di Carrara).
Eastern Liguria with its cozy beaches, picturesque bays and more natural beauties, by and large, is also close, and if you are interested in this particular region, then Pisa should be borne in mind as an alternative to the considered Genoa.
Also, look south of Pisa. There are many interesting places: for example, Marina di Cecina(Marina di Cecina), San Vincenzo (San vincenzo) and Follonica(Follonica)... These are quite calm resorts, perfect for families with children.
Separately, it should be said about the island Elbe(Elba) where you can find beaches for every taste: sandy, pebble, and rocky. Elba, by the way, has its own small airport (Aeroporto dell "Elba). You can fly here from Pisa (see www.silverairitalia.it) and some other cities. The more traditional way to get to Elba is by ferry from Piombino. Piombino can be reached by train.
For more information on the beach resorts in Tuscany, see this article. By the way, all of the above places can be reached via Florence (Aeroporto di Firenze-Peretola, FLR). Nevertheless, Pisa is closer and flying to Pisa (at least from Russia) is more convenient and cheaper than to Florence.
- General information: about Pisa, about Florence
- Flights: to Pisa, to Florence
- Transfers:,
- Car rental locations: at Pisa airport, at Florence airport
The outskirts of Rome are also not deprived of beach resorts (the beaches here are often sandy). For example, literally a few minutes drive from the Rome airport Fiumicino (Aeroporto di Roma – Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci, FCO) there is a resort town Lido di Ostia(Lido di Ostia)... From the point of view of logistics, nothing can be imagined better (you can get here from the airport by the Cotral bus), but from the point of view of the quality of rest, there are options that are much more interesting.
If you focus on the immediate vicinity of the Italian capital, then you should pay attention to Anzio(Anzio) and Nettuno(Nettuno)... It is convenient to get from Rome to these resorts by rail - it takes about an hour.
But, perhaps, the most interesting beach resorts are located to the south. This is, first of all, San Felice Circeo(San Felice Circeo), Terracina(Terracina), Sperlonga(Sperlonga) and Gaeta(Gaeta)... However, public transport is not as convenient to get to these places as to Anzio and Nettuno. Therefore, in addition, we also mention Formia(Formia): There are beaches here and you can get from Rome by direct train. In addition, from the Formia railway station, you can easily take a taxi or a bus to the same Gaeta - it takes about 15 minutes.
Concerning Sorrento(Sorrento), then directly in the city and there are almost no beaches as such. One of the few lucky exceptions is the La Tonnarella hotel with access to a small private beach (small pebbles). However, Sorrento is conveniently accessible from Naples (eg by train on the Circumvesuviana railway - see www.eavsrl.it). In terms of beach holidays in Sorrento, it makes sense to target places like Meta(Meta) and Marina di Puolo(Marina di Puolo).
On the Amalfi coast, with the beaches, things are better - you can swim and sunbathe as in the mentioned Amalfi(Amalfi) and Positano(Positano), and in other towns - Praiano(Praiano), Majori(Maiori), Minori(Minori) etc. The beaches are pebbly, small and very picturesque. You can get from Naples to Amalfitana by bus (see www.sitasudtrasporti.it) directly or with a change in Salerno (first by rail, and then again by bus).
South of Salerno, you can pay attention to Paestum(Paestum), Agropoli(Agropoli) and Marina di Ashea(Marina di Ascea)... The beaches here are sandy, the prices are affordable, but the resort infrastructure (in Ashe, for example) is often not well developed. But it is convenient to get from Naples - an hour and a half by train. It is not so convenient to get to places like Santa Maria di Castellabate(Santa Maria di Castellabate) and Cape Palinuro(Capo Palinuro)... However, they also deserve a mention, and if you are traveling by car, then take a closer look at them.
One of the most interesting places in the vicinity of Naples in terms of beach recreation is the island Ischia(Ischia)... There are many beaches in Ischia, and in addition to them there are thermal springs. You can get there by ferry.
It is worth bearing in mind in particular the airport Lamezia Terme(Aeroporto di Lamezia Terme, SUF)... To the north of it is, for example, Amantea(Amantea), and to the south - Tropea(Tropea) with their wonderful sandy beaches... This is Calabria - the region is far from the richest, but the sea and beaches are excellent here. It should be noted that many resorts in Calabria, including Amantea and Tropea, can be easily reached by rail from Naples, or even from Rome (although, of course, it is not close and takes a long time to go). Another Calabria airport is located in Reggio Calabria(Reggio Calabria, Aeroporto dello Stretto, REG)... Nearby, we note such a resort as Shilla(Scilla).
Don't lose sight of Puglia too. You can navigate here by the region Salento(Salento)- "the heel of Italy" - in general, and places like Galipoli(Galipoli), Otranto(Otranto) and their immediate surroundings, in particular. The region is also of interest Gargano(Gargano)- "spur of the Italian boot". And even in Bari(Bari) and Brindisi(Brindisi) where the main local airports are located (Aeroporto di Bari-Palese, BRI, and Aeroporto di Brindisi-Casale, BDS), beach destinations can be found.
The Veneto region, or Venice, is the most frequently visited region of Italy. To a large extent, this is due to Venice, which is not only in the top three most visited Italian cities, but is also included in all sorts of ratings of the most popular centers in Europe. Also, this is a favorite place for many newlyweds. And this is not surprising, because gondola rides and kissing on cozy bridges are so romantic. But this region can boast not only one Venice. Here is the famous Verona - the scene of the play "Romeo and Juliet", written by Shakespeare, as well as famous all over Europe ski resorts such as Cortina d'Ampezzo and Civetta.
The capital of the region is Venice and the region is divided into seven provinces: Venice, Verona, Belluno, Padua, Rovigo, Treviso, Vicenza and has 579 communes. The population is almost five million people, which makes it possible to occupy the fifth position in the country in terms of this indicator, and in terms of the size of its territory it occupies only the eighth place. Note that the region is one of the most developed in Italy and has a rich cultural heritage... Tens of millions of tourists come here every year, and locals, in addition to Italian, they also speak the Venetian language.
Agriculture is an important source of income for the Venice region. Tobacco, cherries, corn, peas are grown here, fishing, food and textile industries play an important role. In addition, tourism also contributes a lot of money to the budget. GDP is 9.4% of the total for the country and the region has a small border with Austria and access to the Adriatic Sea. I must say that Venice has a very rich history.
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At one time, barbarians, Germanic tribes, and also Byzantium ruled here. The period of prosperity can be considered the XII century, when Venice became the capital of the region and, over time, many nearby territories and islands came under the rule of the Venetian Republic. However, in the 18th century Napoleon extended his power here and after his collapse these lands were ceded to Austria, but then became part of Italy.
Venice
Venice is a province with a population of just over 850 thousand people and the capital in the city of Venice. About 260 thousand inhabitants live in the capital itself. It should be noted that this city is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and it is a unique place for tourists, because such a location can be found very rarely. The main attractions can be listed for a very long time and Venice itself is already of great interest, however, below we will give the most interesting places to visit.
Photo: kirkandmimi / pixabay.com Arriving in Venice, you need to take a ride along the famous Grand Canal. This can be done on a gondola, but it will not be a cheap pleasure. If you want to save money, then you can use the vaporetto river trams. St. Mark's Square, albeit a trivial attraction, but there is nowhere without it. Here you can see the Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Cathedral, the clock tower and two granite columns that overlook the canal. The Cathedral of Santa Maria della Salute, built in the 17th century, looks very majestic and was built in honor of the deliverance of the city from the plague, which claimed a huge number of lives.
The Ka'd'Oro palace, which can be found in the Cannaregio quarter, is definitely worth a visit. Do not forget about the Venetian bridges, which are called “Bridge of Sighs”, “Constitution” and the symbol of the city, the “Rialto” bridge. The famous Burano island is located near Venice, and many tourists come here precisely to take photos against the backdrop of colorful houses and post them on social networks. I must admit that the buildings really look very fabulous and bright.
Verona
Verona is a province with the capital of the same name and a population of just over 920 thousand inhabitants, which includes 98 communes. In Verona itself, a little more than 260 thousand people live. If we talk about the terrain, then it is quite mountainous and in these parts there is the largest natural bridge in all of Europe, which is called “Ponte di Veja”. Verona is quite popular among tourists and this city is visited by about 3 million people annually, who are attracted by many preserved architectural monuments, as well as various cultural and musical events.
Photo: Ste93r / pixabay.com We recommend visiting the Piazza delle Erbe, as well as the huge amphitheater “Arena Di Verona”, where an opera festival is held annually, as well as concerts and performances. If you climb the Lamberti tower, then very stunning landscapes open up from it. Everyone who comes to Verona cannot ignore Juliet's house. The house, built in the 13th century on 23 Capello Street according to Shakespeare's tragedy, was once the home of the heroine of this famous play.
Other significant sights include the stone bridge Ponte Pietra, the House of Merchants in Piazza delle Erbe, the Palazzo Maffei, which was built in the 15th century, the Castelvecchio Castle, the Cathedral, the Arches of the Scaligers, as well as the amazing fountain of the Verona Madonna. The pearl of the region is Lake Garda, which is located 30 km from Verona.
Padua
Padua is a province with the capital of the same name and a population of just over 900 thousand people. It has 104 communes and is the most populous in this region of Italy. In general, it must be said that this area is rich in architectural monuments, ancient castles and nature reserves. In the northwestern part of the Venice region, there are the Euganean Hills, which are known for their valleys and unique natural views and landscapes. If you want to heal your health, we recommend that you go to thermal resorts Abano and Montegrotto, which are considered the largest in all of Europe.
Photo: pxhere.com The main decoration of Padua can be safely considered the Prato della Valle square. It is considered one of the largest in Italy, but its appearance is more impressive. In the middle there is an island with statues of prominent Paduanians, with lawns and trees surrounded by a moat with water and it all looks unusually beautiful. In addition, you should visit the Basilica of St. Anthony, the Basilica of St. Giustina, the Zuckermann Palace, visit the Piazza dei Signori and Piazza delle Erbe, as well as look at the Cathedral of Padua.
Another interesting place to visit is the Palazzo della Ragione, which at one time served as a courtroom for the city court and still remains one of the largest halls that are not held by columns. You can also take a walk in the Botanical Garden, which is included in the World Heritage Fund.
Treviso
Treviso is a province with a population of almost 900 thousand people and its capital is the city of Treviso of the same name. This capital can be called “Venice in miniature”, which is confirmed by the locals themselves and there are 95 communes in its composition. This area was founded by the Celts, but it got its prosperity thanks to the Romans. Now it produces wine, furniture, footwear and textiles, as well as various machine-building equipment, and this area is considered economically developed.
Photo: Boris Maric / Wikimedia Commons It should be noted that a vacation in this region of Venice will give tourists not only unforgettable natural landscapes, but also allow them to see many preserved castles, palaces, significant architectural monuments, parks and historical villas. The main waterways are the Piave and Sile rivers. Of the main attractions, it is worth highlighting the Piazza dei Signori, which over the centuries has witnessed many historical events taking place here. It houses the main city buildings: Palazzo dei Trecento, Palazzo dei Podesta and the city tower Torre Civica, which is a local symbol.
I must say that there are always a lot of people here, and if you are tired, you can take a break in one of the restaurants. We also highlight the Cathedral, which can be found in the Piazza Duomo square. It is dedicated to St. Peter and was built in the distant XII century. To summarize, this area is also famous for its inimitable wine and many culinary specialties, and if you love travel, good wine and delicious cuisine, then you should visit here.
Belluno
Belluno is a province with a population of 213 thousand inhabitants and the capital in the city of the same name Belluno. It includes 67 communes. If we talk about the economy of the region, then it is supported by agriculture, cheese production, household appliances and tourism, as well as by the production of glasses from some well-known companies. It should be noted that this is a fairly large area, but a significant part of it is occupied by the Dolomites. Most of the inhabitants live in the southern part, which is called the Valbelluna Valley.
Photo: kordi_vahle / pixabay.com Of the sights, it is worth noting the Cathedral with a 70-meter bell tower on Cathedral Square, as well as the Palazzo dei Rettori, where the rulers of Belluno lived for several centuries. If you are interested in the local nature, then head to the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park. Since a significant part is occupied by mountains, some famous ski resorts are located on the territory of this region of Venice. For example, the fashionable Cortina d'Ampezzo and it have long been chosen by wealthy ski lovers.
No less attractive resort is called Civetta, which is also considered one of the best places for skiing and recreation. They are part of the largest ski area in the world called "Dolomiti Superski" and includes twelve ski centers... Note that all resorts in this area have all the necessary infrastructure for tourists to have plenty of rest, skiing, and also go shopping.
Rovigo
Rovigo is a province with the capital of the same name, in which about 244 thousand people live. Rice, corn, grapes are grown on this territory, and some food industry enterprises are also located here. From more or less large settlements worth highlighting are Rovigo, Adria and Porto Viro. Given that the province has access to the Adriatic Sea, there are resort villages with sandy beaches and clear sea water, for example, Rosolina Mare, Rosa Pineta and Isola di Albarella.
Photo: Atigra / Wikimedia Commons Of the major rivers, we single out the Po and Adige, which generally predetermine the local landscape. If you love food, then in the small towns of this region of Venice, you can taste delicious Italian dishes. If we talk about the sights of the city of Rovigo, then it is worth seeing the ancient towers Torre Donna and Torre Mozza, which have survived from the medieval castle. Marvel at the majestic Palazzo Roverella found on main square named after Victor Emmanuel II. Also worthy of attention is the Palazzo Roncale, which at one time was the residence of the noble family of the same name.
Visit the octahedral church of Beata Vergine del Soccorso, nicknamed the Rotunda, but especially worth mentioning about the Duomo di San Stefano Cathedral - not a very remarkable temple on the outside, but it looks very pompous on the inside. It was built in the distant 15th century and there you can see the fresco "Madonna delle Grazie" and paintings by a famous Italian artist.
Vicenza
Vicenza is a province with the capital of the same name and a population of almost 900 thousand inhabitants, which includes 121 communes. Other major cities are Lonigo, Marostica, Thiene and Valdagno. Note that these parts have a rather varied terrain, where you can find mountains and plains. If we talk about the city of Vicenza, then today it is an important industrial center, where medium and small businesses are developed at a fairly decent level. It is very popular among tourists and if you come to this region, you can see a lot of interesting things here, as well as you will have a good opportunity to do various types of outdoor activities.
Photo: trolvag / Wikimedia Commons A must-see is the central Piazza dei Signori, where you can see the Basilica of Palladian, the construction of which began back in 1549. It must be said that the square itself has been the center of political life for many years. Other significant landmarks include the Kierikati Palace. The construction of this palazzo began in 1550 and was completed only 30 years later.
Fans of theatrical performances should take a look at the Olimpico Theater. The palace of La Loggia of the 16th century, as well as the Temple of Our Lady with a high bell tower, will undoubtedly attract attention of the extraordinary beauty of the La Loggia Palace. There are many working museums in Vicenza, for example, the Museum of Nature and Archeology, the Palladian Museum, which displays the works of the great master and the Museum of the Resistance, which tells about the struggle for independence in this country at different times of its life.
Today, we have tried to tell you about the Venice region and this is quite interesting area Italy, where you can see unique natural landscapes, many preserved historical monuments, castles and various cultural sites. As usual, we definitely recommend you try the local delicacies and wine. In our next article, we will tell you which is located east of Rome on the Adriatic coast. You will learn about popular attractions and interesting places this area of Italy.
