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What to do and see in Calabria, Italy: The Best Things to do
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. Museo della Liquirizia "Giorgio Amarelli"
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4.5 based on 741 reviews
Guided tours on reservation Visite guidate su prenotazione Hour/ Orari di visita 10 oppure 11 di mattina 15 oppure 16 di pomeriggio
Reviewed By Rach1315 - Rome, Italy
Went there with 3 kids (5 and 3 year old twins). We all enjoyed a lot of the tour packed with history and details of how to make liquorice products. We bought a few souvenirs after the tour. Worth a visit!
3. Tropea Beach
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4.5 based on 3,551 reviews
Reviewed By Serendipityursula
Sunset next to Stromboli Mare in different blues The short walk downstairs to reach the beach Snorkeling and swimming in the emerald and blue clear sea Crema AL caffé nel bar by the beach and and so much More!!
4. 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.
5. Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,795 reviews
Reviewed By paraliabeach_Greece - Kastoria, Greece
its one of the best museums in italy.worths the visit and has many interesting findings of italian and greek ancient times
6. Capo Vaticano
Overall Ratings
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. Piedigrotta Church
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4.5 based on 1,130 reviews
8. Island Dino
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4.5 based on 1,005 reviews
Reviewed By sheilaa139 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Stayed at a friend's villa at The Bridge near San Nicola Arcella. Went 4/3/20 due to return to the UK 11/3/20.....so long story shortened.....flights stopped 10/3/20!!! So my friend and I had a direct view of Dino Island daytime, dusk and dawn: sun and rain et al! The sea surrounding the island is ever changing, rarely the same. The sea and horizon sometimes defined and other times, ran together. Dino looked so interesting we googled for it's history, fascinating it was. Look for yourselves please. Anyway with flights stopping, airports closing but few Covid 19 cases in the South of Italy, we could only look at Praia and Dino from the heights of The Bridge. We were in this 'Golden Cage' for 56 days, allowed by the Police to shop, with masks and gloves in nearby San Nicola Arcella, a beautiful village with all needs catered. We were lucky and happy. Shall want to revisit this stunning part of Italy. Poorer financially but rich in it's lovely people, food and scenery. Roll on that day!
9. Parco Dossi Comuni
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
10. Sila Mountain
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4.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 561annap - Sliema, Malta
Great views from Sila mountains, a very interesting area, about 40 min from Cosenza. San Pietro in Guarano is one of the best little towns in this part of Calabria, with a lovely church and old city centre. People are very friendly and helpful. We even manage to see some snow... but unfortunately no wolves, as they are slowly disappearing!
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