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The Church of San Biagio is a small Baroque church located on the homonymous street, at the nortwest limit of Sasso Barisano, in Matera. Where the Church of San Biagio stands today, there was once the northern gate of the ancient Sassi, Porta San Biagio. The ancient gate was to the left of the current church. The cult of San Biagio in Matera could be related to the Armenian community gathered around the Benedictine Monastery of Santa Maria de Armenis.   SHORT HISTORY OF THE CHURCH OF SAN BIAGIO The church was built in 1642 to replace an old church dedicated to the same saint, which was abandoned due to the humidity. The new church was linked to the healing virtues of Saint Blaise, the Armenian saint martyred in 316 AD. The church is closed all year, but it opens on February 3, on the occasion of the Feast of San Biagio.   ARCHITECTURE OF THE CHURCH OF SAN BIAGIO The church is characterized by a very simple facade, which has two dome-shaped bell-gables and a square window in the center, divided by a column. On both sides of the entrance door, there are two niches with the statues of Read more [...]

Virgilio Grand Hotel is a modern 4-Star hotel in Sperlonga, providing its guests with quality services and comfort. The rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV and a minibar. Some rooms have an LCD TV, a Jacuzzi or a hydromassage shower. The Afrodite wellness center is specifically dedicated to the guests. The Wellness Area includes a sauna, a steam grotto, a heated hydro-jet bathtub and three massage cabins. The Beauty Area offers traditional beauty treatments. Every day at the Cortiletto Restaurant, you can have a rich buffet breakfast. During the summer months, you can enjoy your breakfast and the other meals on the restaurant terrace.   HOW TO GET THERE The hotel is about 300 meters awy from the Piazza Fontana and the main bus station of Sperlonga. Use the map below to find it easily.

Malakiri is a bed and breakfast in Sperlonga, opened in 2016, the result of a long-held wish to share the beauty of this wonderful little seaside town. The rooms of Malakiri are completely refurbished, offering you a very comfortable stay. Each room is air conditioned, equipped with a TV and has a private bathroom. A cozy breakfast room overlooks a pleasant little garden, from which you can enjoy a beautiful view of the sea.   HOW TO GET THERE The B&B is ideally positioned only 120 meters from the Ponente Beach and about 450 meters away from the Piazza Fontana and the main bus station of the city. To find it easily, use the map below.

B&B Sperlonga is a family-run bed and breakfast located in the lower area of Sperlonga, only a few meters away from the Ponente Beach. The B&B offers standard and superior rooms furnished in Mediterranean style. All rooms have private bathroom with shower, balcony, LED TV, WiFi and air conditioning. Breakfast is served in a cozy private area by the reliable and helpful staff.   HOW TO GET THERE The B&B is located about 500 meters away from Piazza Fontana and the main bus station of the city. Use the map below to find the B&B.

Ponente Beach is one of the two wonderful sandy beaches of Sperlonga, located north of the historical center of the city, the other being the Levante Beach, to the south. The beach starts from the Piazza Fontana and stretches to the north as far as the eye can see. It has several hotels and bathing establishments, many shops, restaurants and bars. In the evening, it’s a delight to walk along the beach, on Via Cristoforo Colombo, enjoying a gelato from one of the dozens ice cream booths placed on the sidewalk.   HOW TO GET THERE The main bus station of the city is located right at the southern end of the beach. When you get off the bus, the beach will be right in front of you.

Piazza Fontana is a small square in Sperlonga, located on the beautiful and sunny promenade of the town, just a few meters away from the enchanting Ponente Beach. From here, you can easily reach the delightful white historical center of Sperlonga, and attractions like Torre Truglia, Villa of Tiberius with its beautiful Grotto, and the Museum and Church of Santa Maria di Sperlonga. The square is characterized by two large white arches through which the beach is visible. In the western corner of the square, there is a marble fountain in the shape of an ancient ship. The area is used in the summer to host cultural, music and food and wine events.   HOW TO GET THERE If you arrive in Sperlonga by bus, then you will stop right in front of the square. From there, you can easily reach the Torre Truglia, located about 350 meters away, on the road to the small Port of Sperlonga.

Torre Truglia is a watchtower standing on a rock on the promontory of Sperlonga, built in the 16th century as part of the defense mechanism of the Tyrrhenian coast, which was designed to detect and defend against attacks from the sea.   SHORT HISTORY Torre Truglia was built in 1532 on the foundation of a pre-existing Roman watchtower. Two years later, it was devastated by the Ottoman pirates of Hayreddin Barbarossa. Rebuilt in 1611, it was attacked again in 1623 by the same Turkish pirates. Between 1870 and 1969, it was used by the Guardia di Finanza. Currently, Torre Truglia belongs to the Marine Education Center of the Regional Natural Park Riviera d’Ulisse.   HOW TO GET THERE Torre Truglia is about 350 meters away from the Piazza Fontana and the main bus station of the city. If you walk along the seashore, you will see it from afar.

Present since 1937 in the historic center of Bologna, Ristorante Bolognese is located in an enviable position, close to major hotels, the railway station, the bus station, and a stone’s throw from the central Via Indipendenza. The restaurant, once used as a coal deposit, has a characteristic exposed stone ceiling with vaults, an architectural detail typical of old Bologna. The result is the right atmosphere, intimate and welcoming, in which to propose the typical dishes of the Emilian and Bolognese tradition. The presence of two rooms with a capacity of about 25 seats each makes it particularly suitable for business lunches, dinners or for groups. The Bolognese restaurant has an air-conditioned environment and, in summer, it also has a cozy outdoor veranda. The kitchen is directed by chef Alfredo Morisi with his twenty years of teaching in the old hotel school in Bologna and numerous experiences in the city’s historic restaurants.   HOW TO GET THERE The restaurant is about 240 meters away from Bologna Centrale, the main train station of the city. The closest bus station is Stazione Centrale, about 110 meters away from the restaurant.

Situated a few steps from the Due Torri (the Two Towers), restaurant La Brace is a well-known landmark in Bologna for all lovers of good food. The dishes brought to the table are made after the traditional Bolognese recipes mixed with the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. The menu ranges from typical dishes with home made pasta such as tagliatelle with meat sauce, tortellini in broth, to the famous Rigatoni La Brace or risotto with porcini mushrooms. Depending on the season, the dishes can be enriched with seasonal vegetables and excellent porcini mushrooms. The wide choice of fish dishes will satisfy all your requests, with freshness, variety and imagination.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is Due Torri, about 110 meters away from the restaurant, on the bus lines 14, 19, 25, 27, T1 and T2. To find the restaurant on foot, use the map below.

Buca San Petronio is a restaurant located in the center of Bologna, 50 meters from Piazza Maggiore. Focused on the Italian Style, from food and wine proposals to design and background music, the restaurant welcomes you in an elegant room and a terrace located in one of the most fascinating corners of the city. The menu, rich in Mediterranean flavors, is created with high quality raw materials from the surrounding area – homemade pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano, Altedo asparagus, Parma ham… Colors, flavors, elegance and harmony: these are the basic ingredients of their creations.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is Piazza Maggiore, about 120 meters away from the restaurant, on the bus lines 29, A, C and T2. To find the restaurant on foot, use the map below.

Palazzo del Sedile (Palace of the Seat) is an ancient palace located in the square with the same name, in Matera.   SHORT HISTORY OF PALAZZO DEL SEDILE Palazzo del Sedile was built in 1540 by the Archbishop Saraceno and was used since then as the seat of the Municipality of Matera. The current structure is due to the expansion and renovation works carried out since 1759. The offices of the municipal administration were housed here until 1944, and then moved to the former Monastery of Santa Lucia, in Via Luigi la Vista. Since 1982, the offices are located in the current and modern Town Hall, located in Via Aldo Moro. In the last decades, the palace changed its use, becoming the main venue of the National Conservatory of Music dedicated to the composer Egidio Romualdo Duni. The underground levels of the building host since the early ’80s a modern Auditorium with a capacity of about 450 seats.   ART AND ARCHITECTURE OF PALAZZO DEL SEDILE The facade of the palace is characterized by a large entrance arch flanked symmetrically by two bell towers, one with a sundial and the other with a clock. The facade is adorned with six Read more [...]

Piazza del Sedile is a square in Matera, located between Piazza Vittorio Veneto and Piazza Duomo, a transit place in your way to the Civita, the highest point in the city.   SHORT HISTORY OF PIAZZA DEL SEDILE During the 14th century, the square was called Piazza Maggiore, and was the main hub of the town, housing the market, warehouses and shops. Around the middle of the 16th century, Matera was a free city, under the authority of the King, but not controlled by a feudal lord, like other places belonging to the Kingdom of Naples. Therefore, the town was governed by a self-organized assembly of citizens, whose task was to administer the city and the surrounding territories. This assembly was called Sedile. Subsequently, the square became a political and administrative center, with the governor’s offices, the prison and the municipal building known as Palazzo del Sedile (Palace of the Seat) located here. In the decades following the Unification of Italy, the assembly of Sedile was replaced by the Commissariat for Civic Uses (Commissariato agli Usi Civici). Today, the square plays a socio-economic-cultural role, dictated by the presence of numerous restaurants, bars and tourist attractions.   ARCHITECTURE OF PIAZZA DEL Read more [...]

Casa Faccioli is an elegant Bed and Breakfast located in the historic center of Bologna, really close to the historic Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica of San Petronio and the other main attractions of the city. Casa Faccioli is, actually, a palace, in which the Bolognese painter Raffaele Faccioli lived and created his art. The building was redesigned in 1924 by the famous architect Edoardo Collamarini. The B & B is an excellent alternative to classic hotels. It allows you the freedom to have breakfast in your pajamas directly in the room or even on the terrace, enjoying a privileged view of the ancient towers.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is Rizzoli, about 80 meters away from the B&B, on the bus lines 19, 20, 25, 27 and 62. Bologna Centrale, the main train station of the city, is about 1.5 kilometers away. To find the B&B on foot, use the map below.

Steam House Room & Breakfast offers the privacy of a guest house and the reception of a bed & breakfast in the historic center of Bologna, in a lively pedestrian street full of restaurants and characteristic places, a few steps from Piazza Maggiore, the main square of the city. The B&B has elegant and original furnishings inspired by the industrial style, which recall the adventurous times of the Victorian era. The rooms have private bathrooms with bidet, a desk and a flat-screen TV, and all the units are equipped with a coffee machine. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property.   HOW TO GET THERE Steam House is located about 1.3 kilometers from Bologna Centrale, the main train station of the city. The closest bus station is Irnerio, about 170 meters away from the property.

Hotel Internazionale is a 4-Star hotel located in a historic building in Via Indipendenza, in the heart of Bologna, within walking distance of the main attractions of the city. The ancient part of the building, on Via Indipendenza, was damaged during the Second World War and rebuilt in 1969 under the supervision of the architect Melchiorre Bega. Hotel Internazionale offers 80 double rooms, 12 single rooms, 12 superior and 12 deluxe, to satisfy every type of clientele. The hotel is equipped with a meeting room with natural light, and also offers the possibility of organizing catering services for small groups or individual customers. Free Wi-Fi is available everywhere.   HOW TO GET THERE Hotel Internazionale is located about 650 meters from the Bologna Centrale, the main train station of the city. The closest bus station is Mille Indipendenza, about 80 meters away. To find the hotel on foot, use the map below.

The Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno) is a wonderful fountain in Bologna, made by Giambologna in the 16th century, located in the square dedicated to the same deity of the sea.   SHORT HISTORY OF THE FOUNTAIN OF NEPTUNE The Fountain of Neptune is, in fact, a collaborative project of Zanobio Portigiani, Tommaso Laureti and Giambologna, commissioned by the vice-minister Pier Donato Cesi to glorify the papal government of Pope Pius IV. The purpose of the fountain was to embellish the new Piazza del Nettuno, adjacent to the beautiful Piazza Maggiore. The project was assigned on August 2, 1563, to the Bolognese architect Zanobio Portigiani, to the Palermitan architect Tommaso Laureti, who was delegated to execute the architectural structure of the fountain, and finally to the Flemish Mannerist sculptor Giambologna (Jean Boulogne), commissioned to build the bronze statue of Neptune and the sculptural parts. The Fountain of Neptune was completed in 1566. In 1604, a high fence was built around the fountain, which effectively managed to prevent acts of vandalism. The fence was removed by the city’s administration only in 1888. Throughout its history, the Neptune fountain has undergone numerous restorations. A first restoration took place in 1708 by Read more [...]

Piazza Maggiore is the main square of Bologna and, at the same time, one of the most beautiful in Italy. The square is surrounded by the most important buildings of the medieval city, of which we can mention Palazzo del Podestà, Palazzo d’Accursio, Palazzo dei Notai, Basilica of San Petronio and Palazzo dei Banchi.   SHORT HISTORY Piazza Maggiore is one of the very first squares built in Italy after the fall of the Roman Empire. The square was built starting with the year 1200, when the local people felt the need to have a central market and a public place for meeting. Only in the 15th century, the square received its present form, while in the 16th century the entire area was rearranged by papal will. Also, in the same century, the adjacent Piazza del Nettuno with the splendid Fountain of Neptune was built. In 1860, Piazza Maggiore was named after Vittorio Emanuele II, until 1943, when the king’s equestrian monument was transferred to the Margherita Gardens, where it is still located. From 1943 to 1945, the square was called Piazza della Repubblica, and in June 1945 received its current name.   ARCHITECTURE The square measures 115 meters in Read more [...]

Piazza VIII Agosto, also written as Piazza dell’Otto Agosto, is the largest square of the historical center of Bologna. On each Friday and Saturday, Piazza VIII Agosto hosts the traditional Piazzola Market (Mercato Piazzola), with over 400 street stalls.   SHORT HISTORY The area of the current square was acquired by the Municipality of Bologna in 1219, and was officially called Piazza del Mercato (Market Square) in 1251, for the livestock market that was held there. In 1390, the Bolognese Republic granted the organization, eight days before and eight days after the Feast of San Petronio, of a fair, for the sale of any merchandise. In the center of the square, there was a cross where mass was celebrated several times a day. During the fair, it was not allowed to set up stalls for the sale of goods anywhere else in the city. Around the middle of the 18th century, in the center of the square was a 20 meters Doric column with the coat of arms of Pope Alexander VII, who on July 14, 1656, established the annual horse fair during the month of May. For this purpose, in 1662, the square was raised and leveled. On August Read more [...]

Rosso di Sera Tuscany is a beautiful bed and breakfast set in a 19th-century Art Noveau villa, in Pisa. The B&B has 12 unique rooms, furnished with particular attention to detail, allowing you to live a unique experience, between the historic charm of Pisa and a new concept of hospitality. The rooms have private bathrooms, flat-screen TV and the WiFi is available everywhere.   HOW TO GET THERE Rosso di Sera Tuscany is right in front of the Pisa San Rossore train station and about 4.5 kilometers away from the Galileo Galilei Airport. Piazza dei Miracoli is about 650 meters away from the B&B. The closest bus station is Cammeo, about 350 meters away.

B&B Villa Martina is a wonderful bed a breakfast in Pisa, located about 1 kilometer away from the Piazza dei Miracoli and the famous Leaning Tower. Villa Martina offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TV and free WiFi. The B&B features also a garden and a lounge.   HOW TO GET THERE B&B Villa Martina is about 1,5 kilometers away from the main train station of the city, Stazione Pisa Centrale, and about 2.9 kilometers from the Galileo Galilei Airport. The closest bus station is Rustichello 3, about 300 meters away from the B&B, on the bus routes 5, 21 and LAM Rossa.

Hotel Terranova is a nice hotel located in a renovated building from the 1950s, offering inexpensive accomodation in Pisa. Each room has its own bathroom and TV. Concierge service is available 24 hours a day. In addition, the hotel provides bar and restaurant service.   HOW TO GET THERE Hotel Terranova is about 900 meters away from the Stazione Pisa Centrale, the main railway station of the city, about 1.6 kilometers from the Galileo Galilei Airport and about 2.3 kilometers from the Piazza dei Miracoli and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The closest bus station is Emilia 3, about 100 meters away from the hotel, on the bus routes 8, 12 and 16.

The Cathedral of San Rufino is the beautiful Cathedral of Assisi, located in the homonymous square. Although there is no documented evidence, the church is built on a terrace that probably was the site of the ancient Roman forum of Asisium.   SHORT HISTORY The body of San Rufino (Saint Rufinus) was probably brought to Assisi in the 8th century, and a first church was built on this place around the same time. Ugone, Bishop of Assisi from 1028, moved the episcopal seat from the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore to the Church of San Rufino, and made the latter a cathedral in 1036. In 1134, it was decided to demolish the Ugonian Basilica and to build a new and more imposing cathedral. The work for the new church, on a project by Giovanni da Gubbio, was started in 1140, but the construction lasted for several decades. In 1228, Pope Gregory IX consecrated the high altar and, in 1253, the whole church was consecrated by Pope Innocent IV. In 1571, the interior of the cathedral was renovated according to a project by Galeazzo Alessi.   ARCHITECTURE The facade of the cathedral is one of the most significant works of the Read more [...]

Hotel Il Palazzo is a three-star hotel in Assisi, set in the left wing of a 16th-century building, Palazzo Bartocci Fontana, halfway between the Basilica of Saint Francis and Piazza del Comune. Each room at Hotel Il Palazzo is air-conditioned and comes with a LED TV, parquet floors and a private bathroom. Il Palazzo’s breakfast room features original vaulted ceilings, stone walls and modern decorations.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is in Via Metastasio 1, about 300 meters to the hotel. The main bus station of the city, located in Piazza Unità d’Italia, is about 600 meters away. To get to the hotel from any point in the city, use the map below.

Hotel dei Priori is a three-star hotel in Assisi, located in Nepis-Cilleni Palace, a 16th century palace built by the architect Galeazzo Alessi. The original architecture of the palace is intact, and the guests can admire a Roman well dating back to the 2nd century AD, on their way to the breakfast room. The building has simple architectural lines and the imprint of nobility is noted as soon as you enter. The hotel has 34 rooms and offers a unique atmosphere thanks to period furniture and frescoed ceilings. All rooms have private facilities, hair dryer, air conditioning and heating, safe, TV, telephone, mini bar and WiFi.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is in Piazza del Comune, about 30 meters away from the hotel. Piazza Unità d’Italia, where you can find the main bus station of the city, is about 800 meters away. If you need precise directions to the Hotel Dei Priori, use the map below.

Hotel San Giacomo is a two-star hotel in Assisi, about 100 meters away from the Basilica of Saint Francis and a few steps from Porta San Giacomo, one of the gates of the historical center of the city. Operating since 1988, San Giacomo Hotel has been built over a site dating back to the year 1000. According to archeological remains found in this area and in the foundations of this structure, the site was designated as an accommodation for the workers who built the Basilica of St. Francis. All rooms are equipped with private bathrooms with showers, flat screen TV, telephone and hairdryers. Some rooms still keep the brick vaults, typical of the Middle Ages, maintaining their ancient appeal. The Hotel has a lounge bar, a TV room, lift and a restaurant where you can taste the simple and traditional dishes of Umbrian cuisine.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is Porta San Giacomo, about 15 meters away from the hotel. The main bus station of the town, located in Piazza Unità d’Italia, is about 650 meters away.

Via Roma 25 is a bed and breakfast located in the heart of the historic city of Arezzo, about 500 meters away from Piazza Grande, on the first floor of an old beautiful building, completely renovated. The property has four rooms. The design of the rooms is characterized by the four elements of nature: air, fire, earth and water. The B&B offers a continental breakfast served every morning from 7.30 am to 10 am, ultra-fast free WiFi, daily cleaning, luggage storage, parking in the vicinity monitored by a camera and free transfer from and to Arezzo railway station. Guests will have their room key, in order to move without constraints.   HOW TO GET THERE Via Roma 25 B&B is located about 350 meters away from the Arezzo Train Station. The closest bus station is in Via Roma Portici, right in front of the B&B, on the bus lines LF4, LF6 and LF8.

La Pieve is a beautiful bed and breakfast located in the historical center of Arezzo, near the Roman Church of Santa Maria della Pieve, a few steps from Piazza Grande. The B&B offers its guests a total of 5 double rooms with private bathrooms, which are equipped with bed linen and towels, hair dryer, flat-screen TV, fan and heating. La Pieve B&B features a garden and a terrace. Breakfast buffet is available each morning.   HOW TO GET THERE The closest bus station is in Via Ricasoli, about 260 meters away from the B&B, on the bus line CS2. La Pieve is located about 800 meters away from the Arezzo Train Station.

BiBi is a luxury bed and breakfast situated in the heart of the historical center of Arezzo, in the S. Andrea district, about 400 meters away from Piazza Grande. The B&B was born out of passion for beauty and it welcomes its guests since 2014, when it was refurbished, making their stay memorable in a city that is yet to be discovered. The B&B has three charming rooms, each one with its own unique personality, distinguishing from each other by the use of colours, lights and attention to details. The flats include kitchens equipped with refrigerator and dishwasher, balconies, a large room with a canopy bed, Murano chandeliers and luxury curtains, LED TV, air conditioning, private bathroom with a hair drier.   HOW TO GET THERE BiBi is located about 950 meters away from the Arezzo Train Station and, if you need precise directions to the B&B, from any point in the city, use the map below. The closest bus station is Porta T. Trieste Lato Mura, about 160 meters away, on the bus lines L1S, LF3, LF4, LF6 and LF9.

Villino Erminia is a bed and breakfast located in an ancient house of the 17th century, in Pizzo. The B&B Villino Erminia is a mix of lights and shapes, past and present, Mediterranean colors and modern elegant lines, the result being an exclusive and refined solution for a relaxing holiday. The renovation of the building lasted over a year and, today, Villino Erminia is a place with all the modern comforts and services, large and comfortable spaces, and a beautiful atmosphere that makes the residence welcoming and unique.   HOW TO GET THERE Villino Erminia is located 30 meters from the beach, at the edge of the historical center of Pizzo, about 1 kilometer from the Pizzo Train Station. To reach the hotel, from any point in the area, use the map below.

Piccolo Grand Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the historical center of Pizzo, about 150 meters away from Piazza della Repubblica and 200 meters from Castello Murat. Piccolo Grand Hotel welcomes you in one of its 17 elegant rooms and suites, with free Wi-Fi, air conditioned, LCD TV and a balcony. Sustainability had a great influence in planning the hotel. They use the power of the sun to produce hot water, the rooms have magnetic cards to optimize the energy consumption, the windows have magnetic contacts, the kitchens use induction for the cooktops and energy-saving LED lights reduce the demand for electricity throughout the house.   HOW TO GET THERE Piccolo Grand Hotel is about 1.6 kilometers away from the Pizzo Train Station. For the right directions, use the map below.

Fontana Garibaldi is one of the oldest public fountains in Pizzo. Located in Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, the fountain dates back to at least the 15th century and is historically connected with the old water supply system of the town. Before 1866, the fountain was known as Fontanavecchia (Old Fountain). The current name, Fontana Garibaldi, appeared after restoration works carried out during the second half of the 19th century. For centuries, local residents associated the fountain with medicinal mineral water. Historical sources describe the water as rich in iron, with a characteristic reddish color and a metallic taste. Even today, many visitors stop at the fountain to observe the mineral deposits left by the flowing water.   Powered by GetYourGuide   Short History of Fontana Garibaldi Origins of the Fountain Historical evidence confirms the existence of Fontanavecchia before 1571. In that year, the Calabrian historian Gabriele Barrio mentioned the fountain in his work about the antiquities and settlements of Calabria. The fountain probably dates back to the 15th century, when public fountains represented essential infrastructure for towns in southern Italy. In Pizzo, springs and fountains supplied drinking water to residents long before the arrival of modern aqueduct systems. The historic importance Read more [...]

Piazza della Repubblica is the main square of Pizzo and one of the most important public spaces in the town. Located in the historic center, it occupies a spectacular panoramic position overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, offering visitors one of the most recognizable views in Calabria. For centuries, Piazza della Repubblica has served as the social and civic center of Pizzo. Residents gather here throughout the day, while tourists use it as a starting point for exploring the town’s historical attractions. Today, the square is surrounded by cafés, restaurants, gelaterias, historic buildings, monuments, and religious landmarks. It is also one of the best places to experience the atmosphere of Pizzo while enjoying panoramic views of the coastline and the Gulf of Sant’Eufemia. Piazza della Repubblica is particularly associated with the culinary traditions of the town. Several establishments located around the square serve Tartufo di Pizzo, the famous ice cream dessert that has become one of Calabria’s best-known gastronomic specialties.   Powered by GetYourGuide   Short History of Piazza della Repubblica The history of Piazza della Repubblica is closely linked to the historical development of Pizzo itself. As the town expanded around the rocky promontory overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, the square gradually Read more [...]

Pizza Roma is an interesting pizzeria located in the historical center of Reggio Calabria, just a few meters from the splendid Lungomare Falcomatà. The two entrepreneurs, Nino and his wife, Francesca, are making an excellent pizza with high quality ingredients, balancing carbohydrates and proteins, using strictly fresh vegetables, meats and fish, presented through recipes designed for everyone. Nino and Francesca personally take care of the doughs, made with the best raw materials available on the market. This is why pizza from Pizza Roma is considered so special and continues to win the hearts of local people and tourists too. Pizza Roma offers competitive prices suitable for all budgets, maximum attention to customer needs, a rapid service and a constant search for quality.   HOW TO GET THERE Pizza Roma is close to the northern end of Lungomare Falcomatà, about 1.7 kilometers away from the Reggio Calabria Stazione Centrale, the main train station of the city. If you need precise directions, use the map below.

Trattoria del Pesce Fresco is a restaurant located in the heart of Reggio Calabria, ready to welcome lovers of excellent Calabrian cuisine and the many visitors to the city. Trattoria del Pesce Fresco is pleased to welcome you with the best fish specialties. A wide variety of starters, main courses and side dishes will be available according to the daily catch. Based on the daily catch and the imagination of the Chef, the Trattoria del Pesce Fresco offers a wide selection of appetizers. Among the most popular specialties, we can find swordfish cake, octopus salad, sweet and sour onion soup, sea snail and many others.   HOW TO GET THERE Trattoria del Pesce Fresco is about 450 meters away from the Reggio Calabria Stazione Centrale, the main train station of the city. For the right directions, use the map below.

Pizzeria Lievito is a nice pizzeria located in the historical center of Reggio Calabria, at equal distance (about 400 meters) from the Aragonese Castle and the Lungomare Falcomatà. Lievito stands out from every other pizzeria because in their menu there are only quality craft beers. Here, you’ll find hundreds of beer labels, both bottled and on tap. The staff of Lievito will advise you in choosing the best beer to combine with their dishes. Pizzeria Lievito is a local that escapes from the usual patterns of classic pizzerias and breweries, a concept of catering with a precise identity, which combines innovation with tradition.   HOW TO GET THERE Pizzeria Lievito is about 1.4 kilometers from the Reggio Calabria Stazione Centrale, or about 15 minutes on foot. If you need precise directions, use the map below.

Town House Cavour is a bed and breakfast located in the historical center of Reggio Calabria, adjacent to the Piazza del Duomo, near the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Town House Cavour is a prestigious 150 square meters apartment, located in the heart of the city, near the seafront Lungomare Falcomatà. Recently restored, this residence has been transformed into a charming bed and breakfast, where, in the atmosphere of a private home, all the modern comforts are offered. Charm, elegance, careful attention to detail and refinement distinguish the decor of each of the 4 bedrooms, all with large private bathrooms.   HOW TO GET THERE Town House Cavour is about 750 meters away from the Reggio Calabria Stazione Centrale, and if you need directions, use the map below.

Casa Blanca is another splendid bed & breakfast located in a completely renovated historic building, in the historical center of Reggio Calabria, a few steps from the Duomo, the National Museum and the enchanting Lungomare Falcomatà. The property offers free Wi-Fi and TV in all the rooms, a restaurant on the ground floor, transfer service to and from the airport, parking, 24-hour refreshment area with snacks, coffee, tea and pastry. The breakfast is made from fresh products from the local bakeries, and is customizable according to your preferences. Served daily, it can be consumed in the breakfast room or in the most complete privacy of your room, equipped with comfortable table and chairs.   HOW TO GET THERE B&B Casa Blanca is located about 800 meters away from the main train station of the city, Reggio Calabria Stazione Centrale. If you need precise directions, use the map below.

Kalavria B&B is an elegant bed and breakfast located in the heart of Reggio Calabria, just a few meters from the Aragonese Castle. Located in an independent building, the structure has been completely renovated in a sober and modern style, and the B&B consists of 4 double rooms with private bathroom. Guests have at their disposal a 32″ LCD Smart TV, wifi connection, bathroom set, hairdryer, large wardrobes, the house keys for the maximum freedom and the opportunity to enjoy an intimate and peaceful terrace.   HOW TO GET THERE The central location of the B&B allows you to reach the other attractions of the city in a few minutes, such as the Archaeological Museum of Magna Graecia, the Falcomatà seafront and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Kalavria B&B is about 1 kilometer away from the Reggio Calabria Stazione Centrale, and if you need precise directions, use the map below.

Lungomare Falcomatà, built along the seafront of Reggio Calabria, is the most famous street of the city and one of the most famous in Italy. Lungomare is dedicated to the mayor Italo Falcomatà, protagonist and inspirer of the Primavera di Reggio (Spring of Reggio), the rebirth of the city from the 1990s. The waterfront of Reggio is about 1.7 kilometers long, from Piazza Indipendenza to Piazza Garibaldi, consisting of four segments: Falcomatà, Matteotti, Corso Vittorio Emanuele III and Viale Genoese Zerbi. The entire area is generally identified as Via Marina. The seafront of the city is rich in palm trees and varied plant species. The avenue is adorned with buildings dating back to the last reconstruction of the city, after the 1908 earthquake. The street is also enriched by elements that indirectly trace the history of the city, such as numerous commemorative monuments, a monumental fountain and some archaeological sites testifying about the Greek-Roman era. Between the sea and the promenade stands the Arena dello Stretto (Arena of the Strait), a typically Greek-style theater that hosts cultural events especially during the summer months. On the pier of Porto Salvo, in front of the arena, stands the monument of Vittorio Emanuele Read more [...]

The Castello Aragonese is an ancient fortification located in the homonymous Piazza Castello, in Reggio Calabria. Together with the Riace Bronzes, it is considered one of the main historical symbols of the city.   SHORT HISTORY Under Emperor Justinian I, during the war between the Goths and the Byzantines, Belisarius entered Reggio to free it from the barbarians and found the city devoid of fortifications, so the general immediately ordered the restoration of the city walls. As a consequence, a castle was built around the 6th century. In 1059, the fortress passed from the Byzantines to the Normans, and in 1266 to Charles I of Anjou. Since the Normans, who established the court there, the castle was modified and enlarged several times. A substantial part of the work took place during the reign of Frederick II of Swabia, when the imperial authority built a state defense system for the Kingdom of Sicily. The Swabian part of the castle, a building with a square plan, with four corner towers, also of square shape, remained standing until after the earthquake of 1908. The castle was restored in 1327, after the repeated wars between the Angevins and the Aragonese, then fortified in 1381 Read more [...]

The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta stands on the southeastern side of Piazza Duomo, in the historic center of Reggio Calabria. Officially dedicated to Maria Santissima Assunta in Cielo, it is the metropolitan cathedral of the Archdiocese of Reggio Calabria-Bova and the principal Roman Catholic church in the city. The Reggio Calabria Cathedral seen today is mainly a twentieth-century building, erected after the catastrophic earthquake of 1908. Its architecture, however, preserves the memory of a much older episcopal church repeatedly reconstructed after invasions, fires, wars, structural failures, and some of the most destructive earthquakes recorded in southern Italy. With an interior measuring approximately 94 meters long, 22 meters wide, and 21 meters high, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is the largest sacred building in Calabria. The church combines a reinforced-concrete structure with Neo-Romanesque forms, Gothic references, modern artworks, and important elements recovered from earlier cathedrals.   Short History of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (Reggio Calabria Cathedral) Byzantine Reggio and the Norman Cathedral The early history of Christianity in Reggio predates the present Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta by many centuries. Acts 28:13 records the arrival of Saint Paul at Rhegium during his journey toward Rome. Local ecclesiastical Read more [...]

COOEE Michelizia Tropea Resort is a 4-star hotel in Tropea, offering you an unforgettable getaway in a comfortable and modern surroundings, rewarding you with stunning views of the port and the coast. If you need a romantic weekend in a luxury suite with jacuzzi, a quiet room with private garden and wide veranda or a family room, COOEE Michelizia Tropea Resort will meet all your needs. The hall and the reception, the bar, the bistrot together with the panoramic swimmingpool, the lounge area and the gardens connect the different parts of the complex, providing excellent options to the guests.   HOW TO GET THERE Located in the vicinity of the Church of Santa Maria di Michelizia, the complex is about 1.1 kilometers away from the Tropea Train Station and about 750 meters from the historical center of the city. If you need precise directions, use the map below.

La Dolce Vita a Tropea is a 4-star hotel with comfortable and beautiful rooms, a delicious and generous breakfast, a breathtaking view of the sea and a marvellous position in the centre of Tropea, the perfect combination for an unforgettable holiday discovering the Coast of the Gods. The splendid position of the hotel in the centre of Tropea and its incomparable view of the little rock of the Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell’Isola will make your holiday unique. La Dolce Vita a Tropea is located inside the Palazzo Barone di Tropea, an ancient patrician building standing on the edge of the Tropea coastline, offering 7 rooms in an original style, the perfect combination of 1950’s design and contemporary comfort. All rooms have TV, minibar, safe, internet, wi-fi and air conditioning, offering to all an unforgettable stay.   HOW TO GET THERE La Dolce Vita a Tropea is located inside the Old Town, about 1 kilometer from the Tropea Train Station. If you need the exact location of the hotel, use the map below.

Tropea Boutique Hotel is a wonderful hotel located in a historical building from the 19th century, recently renovated, 150 meters away from the beach. All the rooms are including private bathrooms, and some have a private balcony. Tropea Boutique Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property, and a 24-hour front desk is available. From the terrace of the hotel, you can experience unique sunsets all year around.   HOW TO GET THERE Tropea Boutique Hotel is about 900 meters away from the Tropea Train Station and about 250 meters from the historical center of the city. For the right directions to the hotel, use the map below.

The Port of Tropea is one of the most important nautical landmarks on the Coast of the Gods, the spectacular Tyrrhenian coastline of Calabria. Located below the historic town of Tropea, the marina serves yachts, sailing boats, motorboats, and excursion vessels. Its position makes the Port of Tropea especially useful for boaters travelling along the western coast of Calabria. From here, sailors can reach nearby coastal places such as Parghelia, Zambrone, Briatico, Ricadi, and Capo Vaticano, while the Aeolian Islands lie across the Tyrrhenian Sea to the southwest.   Short History of the Port of Tropea The history of the Port of Tropea is closely connected with the geography of the town. Tropea rises on a rocky terrace above the Tyrrhenian Sea, and the area below the cliffs naturally became a place of contact between land and sea. Local tradition links Tropea with the ancient myth of Hercules, and the port is presented as one of the so-called five ports of Hercules. According to this tradition, Hercules landed along this Mediterranean route after returning from Spain, giving the place a legendary dimension. Before the modern marina was developed, the area near the rock of San Leonardo worked as a natural Read more [...]

Tropea is famous for its dramatic cliffs, clear Tyrrhenian waters and compact historic center, and Rotonda Beach, also known as Spiaggia della Rotonda, is one of the most recognizable beaches in the town. Located directly below the old town, it combines easy access, spectacular views and the classic coastal scenery of Calabria. The name “La Rotonda” comes from the memory of a circular dance floor built near the beach in the late 1950s. It belonged to one of Tropea’s early seaside establishments, Lido San Leonardo, during the period when the town was becoming a popular holiday destination. Rotonda Beach is also known by another name: Le Roccette or Spiaggia delle Roccette. This alternative name is connected to the rocky setting near San Leonardo and is often used locally, especially for the area near the organized beach facilities. The beach lies in the heart of Tropea’s seafront, in the province of Vibo Valentia, along the celebrated Costa degli Dei, or Coast of the Gods. This stretch of coastline is known for sandy coves, rocky headlands, transparent water and viewpoints that make Tropea one of Calabria’s best-known seaside destinations.   Description of the Rotonda Beach (Spiaggia della Rotonda) Rotonda Beach is located at Read more [...]

B&B Al Vicoletto is a bed and breakfast located in a typical old house in the historic center of Scilla, on one of its most characteristic alleys, guaranteeing peace and relaxation. All the rooms have en-suite bathrooms, TV, air conditoning, a balcony or a terrace.   HOW TO GET THERE B&B Al Vicoletto is just a few steps from Piazza San Rocco, about 550 meters from the Mermaid Beach, 400 meters from Castello Ruffo and about 950 meters from the Scilla Train Station. If you want to find the B&B on foot, use the map below.

Villa Paladino is a Bed & Breakfast located in a quiet and comfortable position, a few steps from the Oliveto Beach and the beautiful district of Chianalea, in Scilla. The rooms are equipped with all the comfort, and you can enjoy the common spaces like the large living room, the shared kitchen, the garden with veranda, two sun terraces and the parking. The B&B Villa Paladino has 3 double bedrooms and a single, large living room, while the Guest House has 4 quadruple rooms, two of which have an equipped kitchen.   HOW TO GET THERE Villa Paladino is about 1.7 kilometers away from Scilla Train Station and a 17-minute walk from Marina Grande and the Mermaid Beach.

B&B Mastro Francesco was born in an ancient house, on a narrow street of the historical center of Scilla. The renovation carried out aimed at leaving intact the spirit and authenticity of the house, the taste of the old place combined with modern comforts. B&B Mastro Francesco means hospitality, simplicity and attention to detail.   HOW TO GET THERE B&B Mastro Francesco is located about 1 kilometer away from Scilla Train Station. To find the place, use the map below.

Maurizio Tower, built in Piazza del Duomo, in Orvieto, between 1347 and 1348, is one of the oldest clock towers in Italy. Maurizio is the bronze automaton on top of the tower, which, at fixed time, swings its body and strikes the bell with its hammer.   SHORT HISTORY The history of the Maurizio Tower is closely related to the history of the Orvieto Cathedral. The tower was comissioned by the Opera del Duomo, and built between 1347 and 1348, to support the worksite. The tower was built originally to be a sundial, because at the time of its construction, there was no mechanical clock available. Its role was to indicate the start and the end of the work schedule. The current clockwork mechanism dates back to the 18th century, when a countwheel was added to strike the quarters on the smaller bells. Other adjustments were made between 1860 and 1870. In 1905, the headgear of the Maurizio was replaced. On October 29, 2011, the clock tower was brought back to use, and the building has become an information point for the Duomo and the Museum System of Orvieto’s Opera del Duomo (MODO).   HOW TO GET THERE Maurizio Tower Read more [...]