6 nights in adriatic RivieraThe Adriatic Riviera is best known and loved for its wonderful stretch of mile upon mile of soft fine golden sand, bustling nightlife in Rimini and Riccione, and amazing array of historic ruins and buildings some dating back to Roman times and beyond. West coast runs through Italy and San Marino, East coast includes shores of Slovenia, Croatia, and Montenegro. Eye-popping landscapes and historical sites and tMediterranean hospitality will linger in your memories long after your holiday on the Adriatic. 75 miles of fine sand beach stretch out along the Adriatic in an endless picture of parasols, deckchairs and water sports. Marina di Ravenna, Rimini and Riccione are towns designed for seaside tourism. Don't miss Rimini and the charm of its historical centre which complements its superb 9 mile long beach. Stopover at the Piazza Cavour, which is surrounded by palaces: the Palazzo Comunale, Palazzo dell'Arengo and Palazzo del Podesta. Marina di Ravenna is just 8 miles away from Ravenna. A visit to this amazing city is certainly worthwhile, and a perfect compliment to your seaside stay. Colonised by the Byzantines in the 6th century, the town has conserved its unique architectural heritage. Make sure to see the superb mosaics of the San Vitale basilica and the Sant'Apollinare in Classe Church, which Unesco describes as being "an outstanding example of the early Christian basilica in its purity and simplicity of its design and use of space and in the sumptuous nature of its decoration". Made famous by movies from FedericoFellini and blessed with gold sandy beaches and rolling green hills, provides a perfect backdrop for an Italian holiday break.
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Rimini
A popular location boasting some 20 km of sandy beaches, magnificent restaurants, chic and budget hotels, intriguing ancient architecture, huge variation of restaurants and party all night atmosphere. So many head here with just beach and nightlife in mind, that they often forget the many fascinating ancient sites to be found too. Tiberius Bridge, the ruins of the Roman Amphitheatre, the castles, the museums, the fountains; this is just a little that you will discover in Rimini. Popular with families and couples alike, on Rimini’s beach build sandcastles or play beach volleyball, laze under a sun umbrella or jump into the sea and swim or kite surf. |
Cattolica
In Cattolica there are a number of lidos and another huge stretch of wonderful sand. Cattolica Beach on the Adriatic Riviera has superb facilities with many hotels owning a private section as the beaches can get very busy during the summer. On the Adriatic Riviera beaches in Cattolica the water sports are varied, there is a superb choice of cafes, restaurants and bars, and there are generally changing huts and showers too. With fine sands and great beachside facilities. Fishing is hugely popular in the town, so don’t leave without trying some of the delicious fresh fish! |
Riccione
Riccione's combination of charming cobbled streets, chic shopping, family friendly hotels and water parks make it a popular destination for those seeking a stylish holiday on the Adriatic Coast. In Riccione there is also an aquarium and water park. Inland is the medieval city of Ravenna linked to the Adriatic Sea by a canal where visitors can see the St Francis Basilica dating from the 10th century, the Mausolem of Theodoric, Baroque churches and wonderful mosaics. Explore the streets of Montegridolfo where it is said, you can taste the best food in the region and the maritime museum in charming Cesenatico. |
Gabbice Mare
The small, attractive resort of Gabbice Mare has a beautiful coastline stretching up to verdant hills of Gabicce Monte and alongside the traditional rows of umbrellas there are also free, uncluttered, public beaches. A pretty fishing village and is popular for its fantastic blue flag beaches! Gabicce Mare is a beautiful town on the sea of the Adriatic coast, between Emilia Romagna and Marche. A perfect place to spend you holiday at the seaside: the beach is of thin sand, it’s wide and well equipped, ideal for the children plays. The tourism here in Gabicce Mare is strong rooted in the habits, we got the experience by a touristic development which consolidated itself during the years. It’s plenty of hotels, residences and the private flats for rent. Your beach holiday on the Adriatic Riviera. it's a favorite tourist destination. |
Apulia Puglia
Puglia is a long and narrow region of southern Italy bordering the Adriatic Sea, eventually forming the heel of Italy's "boot" in what is called the Salento peninsula. Apulia is the Anglicised version of the Italian Puglia. Puglia produces a great amount of wine and olive oil, and is rapidly becoming a prized tourist destination. Puglia's most striking tourist attraction - because it is so unique - is the trulli district, around Alberobello (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Also striking, in a more sophisticated style, is Lecce, a town famed for its baroque beauty. Along the coast, Otranto is one of the most attractive seaside resorts, with a picturesque old town and blue waters. Around Taranto there are fascinating underground sanctuaries and churches, while at Castellana Grotte, there are impressive natural caverns. |
Cervia
Cervia is one of the most popular and well-known seaside resorts in Emilia Romagna. Every year it welcomes millions of tourists who enjoy the beaches, the greenness of the pinewood and the sea of this territory. Natural beauty, traditions and culture, together with cordiality and hospitality, offer a vacation full of fitness, sport, entertainment and relax. With over 9 kilometers of fine sandy beaches and low level sea, Cervia is particularly ideal for families with children. Surrounded by more than 300 hectares of pine trees and 827 of saline, it represents a genuine naturalistic oasis. The salt mine, the South Station of the Po River Delta Park, appreciated by nature lovers and bird watchers, allows you to see up close flamingos, herons and black winged stilts. |