City: Calabria
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Calabria (Italian pronunciation: [kaˈlaːbrja]; Calàbbria in Calabrian; Calavría in Calabrian Greek; Καλαβρία in Greek; Kalavrì in Arbëresh/Albanian), known in antiquity as Bruttium, is a region in Southern Italy.
Restaurants in Calabria
1. Chianalea di Scilla
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,372 reviews
Reviewed By AlanS656 - Glen Iris, Australia
We were recommended to visit this stunning town that overlooks Sicily and the Aeolian islands by a restaurant we had lunch at further north. We were not disappointed. Spending an evening gazing over the sunset view to Sicily and wandering the little streets that run right down to the water was very enjoyable. There was an authenticity to this fishing village set on a steep slope with boats, ropes and fishing cretes hauled onto the stone paths for the evening. Looks like there were plenty of options to dine with venues overlooking or on the water. It really was an unexpected find that my reaserch had failed to disclose. Thank goodness for that tip!
2. Lungomare Falcomata
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4.5 based on 2,011 reviews
Reviewed By giorgiocannella - Rome, Italy
The seafront of Reggio Calabria is almost two kilometers in a wide sky and sea scenario. It has the volcano Etna on the back stage. There is the monument to the Greek goddess Athena in honor of the then king of Italy Vittorio Emanuele III on the background of the Strait of Messina and the monument to the Victory of Italy in the First World War.
3. The Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Isola
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4.5 based on 1,284 reviews
The Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Isola is located in Tropea ( VV ) . It has medieval origins and is the emblem of the city.
Reviewed By trooper92
This little gem is well worth the few stairs down to the beach and up to the sanctuary. The church and its terrace are free; For the rooftop terrace and the gardens a little (2 Euros p.p.) admission fee is charged. Very nice views from the terraces and the garden. The city view is best in the late afternoon. Also nice after dusk.
4. Corso Vittorio Emmanuele
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
Reviewed By alexiaioana00 - Bucharest, Romania
It is the main street of Tropea Centre full of good restaurants and interesting shops, local creations:) Must say it would be even more beautiful cleaner and renovated:)
5. Piedigrotta Church
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4.5 based on 1,130 reviews
6. Capo Vaticano
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4.5 based on 1,285 reviews
Capo Vaticano, the last strip of land before the Straits of Messina, thrusts dramatically from the sea, its white rocks battered and eroded by centuries of breakers that have taught sailors to respect and fear this fascinating, almost mysterious place. Capo Vaticano its majestically enthroned in a turquoise sea, as it dominates the archipelago of the Aeolian Islands to the north-west, the Gulf of to the north-east, to the south-west the Gulf of Gioia Tauro and, beyond, the Straits of Messina culminating in Mount Etna.This part of Calabria, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, contains the ancient fascination of a thousand years of history. The sea that caresses the snow-white beaches and the wildness of the rocks make visitors lose their sense of time, as it conceals beneath its waves the secrets of ancient shipwrecks, the relics of which have frequently been discovered. Life in the area is dominated by fishing; its waters are visited by the great swordfish, tuna, blue sharks etc.
Reviewed By jerseygirlgonecali - Encinitas, United States
My husband and I are planning our third trip back to Capo Vaticano, Ricadi, this May! We usually have gone in the fall Sept, Oct. Everything pretty much closes down mid Oct after the Germans leave. Sept is a great time to go, off price rates on hotels and beach front resorts! We stayed in Sept at Hotel Villaggio Stromboli for $37.00 euros per night with a large balcony and sea view! The next year we went, we spent a bit more, for around 60.00 euros per night we stayed at Hotel Baia del Godona Resort and Spa, it was wonderful, has its own spa and its own beach! The pool was wonderful too! Each of these resorts I mentioned has their own restaurant on site, so you can add lunch and dinner to your stay if you chose to. Breakfasts were included! Make sure you go to Tropea and Pizzo too, both towns are wonderful. I would recommend Pizzo for dinner and to watch the sunset at night from the piazza. The town is beautiful at night when the lights come on! Tropea has large beaches with beach bars, restaurants and of course the wonderful old town. Capo is a true hidden gem! We have visited Praia a Mare and San Nicola Arcella further up the coast. Both have pebble beaches with black sand and volcanic formations, it is nice to lay on the warm pebbles, like a spa experience! Praia a Mare has Dino Island where in the summer you can take a boat tour out in the caves of the Island, there is also a primitive cave church at the top of the town that is a must see. The gem of San Nicola Arcella is the Arco Magno hidden beach and the quaint, well kept small town! There is a trail head just above the main beach there. It is maybe a mile hike to the hidden beaches but well worth it! Once there, there are 4 separate beaches separated by the mountains. One is a hidden cove like beach with an arch, boats come through the arch and if you are there at sunset, you will have the opportunity to see the sunset through the arch! It reminds me of something you would see in Pirates of the Caribbean movies! Make sure to take water and snacks with you and spend part of the day here! Capo beaches have paddle boats for rent in summer as well as small boats with outboard engine to rent. Lounges and umbrellas are also for rent. I think we paid 20 euros per day for the 2 lounges and umbrella. Paddle boats were 10 euros per hour. You can also rent kayaks. Capo is our favorite area, the water is calm in summer and is great for snorkeling, kayaks and paddle boats. We are planning on buying a part time retirement villa there soon! Not many Americans come here, but we have always been able to find someone who speaks English. We also use our translator on our phones to communicate. Most restaurants and resorts, hotels, have staff that speak English as well. We encountered Germans, Brits, Scandinavians, Russians, and other Italians here on vacation. Once we did run into a couple from upstate NY here. We usually get a flight from LAX to Miami, then on to Naples, then rent a car to drive down. You can also fly from Naples or Milan to Lamezia Terme, then drive about 40 minutes to Capo. If you want to see the other towns I mentioned then driving down from Naples is recommended. You can stay a few nights in San Nicola Arcella and check out Praia a Mare, which is right next to it.
7. I Vicoli di Pizzo
8. Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 701 reviews
Reviewed By ReneeWestVirginia
We visited both the original and the new cathedral on a sunny October day. Grounds were lovely, a waterfall and pathway along the stream is very serene. Silence is required in the old cathedral as it is a holy shrine to the Catholic world. Perhaps the most interesting aspect was the unexploded bomb on display outside the sanctuary; it had been dropped by the Allies on the cathedral where villagers were hiding for safety. They attribute the miracle to the protection of their Saint Francesco di Paola. The cathedral was targeted because it was believed that the Fascist Party Secretary was hiding there.
9. Castello Aragonese di Le Castella
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,914 reviews
Reviewed By rickwX9441ER - Exeter, United Kingdom
We visited the castle in the late afternoon which is a great time to go because you get the cool breeze and the sunset. €4 per adult seemed like good value for money. Signs in multiple languages. We wandered around for about an hour enjoying the views and learning about the history.
10. Spiaggia Paradiso del sub
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