
The Best Beaches in Sicily, From Cefalù to Taormina

Tarragona is just over an hour by train from Barcelona, and it’s well worth the trip. It offers an authentic Spanish vibe, unlike its tourist-packed neighbour. The medieval old town is beautifully preserved and alive with locals, while its own Rambla (Rambla Nova) invites evening strolls. Explore Roman ruins, enjoy tapas and beer at the bustling ma... See more
Opposite the oratory, notice how steps lead steeply down on Via alla Marina to Corniglia’s non-beach. It’s a five-minute paved climb to sunning rocks, a shower, and a small deck (with a treacherous entry into the water). From the square, continue up Via Fieschi to the...
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Il Casello is the only place for a fun meal on a terrace overlooking the old town beach. With outdoor tables on a rocky outcrop, it’s a pleasant spot for a salad, pasta, or secondi (€9-13 pastas, €13-18 secondi, daily April-Oct—food and drinks served all day long, closed Nov-March, mobile 333-492-7629, Bacco).
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Sestri Levante, on a narrow peninsula flanked by two beaches, is for sun-seekers.
Rick Steves • Rick Steves Italy 2015
