These are the best beaches in Italy to live the 'dolce vita'

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The Italian peninsula and its islands comprise more than 7,900 kilometers of coastline, with 359 blue flag beaches, which, together with hundreds of coves, are chosen as a destination every summer by thousands of tourists from all over the world.

With so many options, it can be quite a challenge to decide on the perfect place to enjoy la

.

Therefore, here is a list of 10 of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, according to TripAdvisor.

1. Bagni della Regina Giovanna (Campania)

This is not a beach in the traditional sense, but a hidden natural pool with a spectacular natural stone arch and an amazing archaeological treasure that crown it as one of the most beautiful places in Sorrento.

It bears the name of

, who had a special fondness for this site of crystal clear waters and, according to legend, chose this site on several occasions to take her lovers.

Getting to Bagni della Regina Giovanna is not easy, since although there is a parking lot nearby, it can only be accessed on foot (or by canoe) and the journey can be difficult.

But, without a doubt, once there it will have been worth it, because it is one of the

beaches on the Italian coast of Sorrento.

A virgin basin in a wild landscape, surrounded by Mediterranean scrub, ideal for swimming.

2. Porto Istana (Sardinia)

A jewel of the northeast coast of Sardinia, a wonder of soft sand and impressive colors that represents the northern limit of the Capo Coda Cavallo marine protected area.

The bay is a set of four beaches separated by small rocky strips.

It is lined with pink granite and surrounded by green Mediterranean bushes: cistus, strawberry tree, heather, holm oak and wild olive.

Porto Istana.

The four coves, named with ordinal numbers starting from the north, are characterized by a very fine white sand bottom that contrasts with the emerald color of the sea.

The water descends slowly, which makes it especially suitable for children.

There are several plans that can be enjoyed on its beaches: from contemplating the spectacular panorama offered by the vertical majesty of Tavolara Island, to taking relaxing sunbaths or bathing in the paradisiacal waters of the protected marine area.

The windswept coves are popular with boaters and windsurfers.

3. Cala Coticcio (Sardinia)

It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful coves in

.

Cala Coticcio beach is located in the northeastern part of Caprera, the second largest island in the archipelago, facing the Murru rock.

Its fine, snow-white sand, almost dazzling, and the nuances of the crystal clear sea are framed by pink rock cliffs and Mediterranean bushes.

The beach, an authentic natural pool, also known as "Tahiti", is subject to environmental protection and can be accessed by sea with boats that organize excursions around the archipelago and also by land, through a route of hiking.

Cala Coticcio.

The strenuous walk, which must be done with sneakers and a good supply of water, will be rewarded, after the last part - quite steep - by the welcoming iridescent reflections of the sea.

Finally, travelers will be able to immerse themselves in the nature reserve, a real aquarium with many species of fish and starfish.

4. Beach of the Sun (Emilia-Romagna)

The coastline of Riccione, a former Italian settlement, is divided into several resorts, the largest of which is Playa del Sol. For many, it is one of the best places on

to enjoy the sun and surf.

The beach, in the middle of flowery gardens surrounded by palm trees, has different sectors where you can rent deckchairs with umbrellas and tents to enjoy a splendid festive and informal atmosphere.

The complex's swimming pools, whirlpools and jacuzzis area is designed for guests to spend an incomparable day.

Sun Beach.

Also, the little ones will have a great time on the beach or in the kids' club, where activities and games are organized.

Every afternoon, visitors will be able to alternate sunbathing with relaxing soft gym classes or more adrenaline-fueled sessions of zumba, aquagym and group dances.

5. Isola dei Conigli (Sicily)

In 2013, this beach on the island of Lampedusa was named "the most beautiful in the world" in TripAdvisor's Traveler's Choice competition and, after almost a decade at the top, it is not only still the first in Europe, it also continues to be among the 10 best in the world.

There are many reasons why this small bay with an islet in its central part is a true paradise on earth.

It is a real wonder, surrounded by a dream environment, with an incredible marine fauna that offers an

.

Isola dei Conigli.

Its waters, which are characterized by their clarity and blue tones, attract visitors and tourists from all over the world.

The beach owes its name to the presence in its bay of

: a low, rocky formation of about 44 hectares that rises right in the center.

The fact that it is not a true island is evident when the tides are low and the isthmus of sand that joins it to the mainland emerges.

At high tide the sand joint is not visible, but the island can be reached by walking through the water, which is between 30 and 150 centimeters deep.

6. Togo Bay (Puglia)

Located in the beautiful region of Salento, between sandy paths and virgin nature, Togo Bay is an oasis of emotions

Its fine white sand, the ecological wooden umbrellas and loungers, in addition to the crystal clear sea without rocks, are the ideal combination to enjoy the sun and the beach in perfect relaxation.

Togo Bay.

The alternatives to do so are varied and for all tastes: tourists can choose the private area under the shade of soft canopy beds, the freshness sheltered by palm trees or the classic umbrella for two people.

Prices in high season range between 55 and 170 euros, with options for up to 10 people.

7. Porto Giunco ​​(Sardinia)

This corner of the island of Sardinia, a pearl on the southeast coast, is located just 45 kilometers from Cagliari.

The postcard is clear: a sublime extension of fine sand and placid sea that merges with the sky.

Anyone who passes through

a famous tourist town in the southeast of the island, will be dazzled.

Its soft and very pale sand, with shades of pink from granite fragments, is enclosed between a lagoon and the soft blue sea, which takes on an infinite variety of shades.

Porto Giunco.

Porto Giunco ​​is a tropical beach in the center of the Mediterranean, one of the most beautiful in Italy, according to TripAdvisor users, as well as specialized magazines.

Its colors seem painted by an artist and have

and advertisers who have chosen it as the setting for their advertisements.

The oasis is surrounded by dunes covered with junipers, mastic and Mediterranean maquis that perfume the air.

It has a great advantage that its visitors can take advantage of: its large size always allows you to find a space to lie down.

The shallow, sandy seabed is ideal for families with children.

8. Tropea Beach (Calabria)

Tropea is not only recognized in Italy, but also abroad, for being one of the most beautiful small tourist towns in the Calabria region

.

But what its visitors stand out the most are its crystal clear waters and its white sand beaches that stretch along the Tyrrhenian Sea coast, called the Coast of the Gods (Costa degli Dei).

Also, its postcards from its rocky cliffs.

The beaches of Tropea are located on both sides of a spectacular promontory.

It is enough to look up to enjoy an incomparable view crowned by the old fortress of the monastery of Santa Maria (Santuario S. Maria dell'Isola), a 7th century building that is shaped like a castle and stands on this rock of volcanic origin. .

Tropea.

Rowing and discovering the

that its coast hides is one of the greatest attractions that any tourist could imagine.

The most famous is just below this sanctuary, which is called Cueva del Palombaro (Grotta del Palombaro), and inside it hides one of the most magical corners of all of Tropea, a paradisiacal and exclusive beach.

9. The Ribbon (Sardinia)

One of the symbols of the northeast coast and of the whole of Sardinia: a ribbon of fine, shiny sand in the shape of an arch that, with dunes covered with centuries-old junipers, separates a lagoon from the sea.

It is the most famous beach

, in fact it can be reached on foot from the northern outskirts of the city.

It is recognized for being located in one of the most beautiful natural environments in the Mediterranean.

La Cinta forms a

that slope gently, without rocks, towards a clear blue sea, scented with juniper, sea lily and helichrysum, adorning a landscape that has remained unspoiled despite being very popular.

Its seabed is shallow and clear: it is a popular beach for families with children, young people and nature lovers.

Tape.

Thanks to its

, it is a brilliant corner of biodiversity where relaxation at sea and a taste for adventure are combined.

It is the ideal place to take long walks and during these walks travelers will be able to admire aspects of great interest related to the avifauna: coots, terns, red herons and mallards live undisturbed in the lagoon.

Those more curious, too, will be amazed by the

, which can be seen up close, as many of them populate the brackish waters near the dunes.

10. La Pelosa (Sardinia)

Who has not been speechless when contemplating it, at least, through a photograph?

After all, it is

a must-see on a holiday in northern Sardinia.

It looks like a painting: fine, soft, almost impalpable white sand, unique transparencies, ankle-deep water for dozens of meters, Caribbean tones,

.

The sand and the water leave unique sensations on the skin.

The outline is made of soft dunes covered with junipers: the shades and scents of the Mediterranean maquis remind travelers that they are in Sardinia, despite its tropical appearance.

The Hairy.

La Pelosa is an oasis of blinding beauty, at the head of all the rankings according to the opinions of travellers: several times the best beach in Italy, often among the first in the Mediterranean and in Europe, even in the top ten of the

.

La Pelosa is free in more than half of its extension, the rest is a lido equipped with sun loungers and parasols.

You can also rent boats and jet skis.

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