What to do in Province of Vibo Valentia

The medieval Santa Maria dell’Isola Monastery has a dramatic setting on a rocky island connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway. Climb up the steps to reach the clifftop church where you’ll find fantastic photo opportunities as well as a small museum.

The Port of Tropea is the main spot for boats pulling into and out of town. Park your boat here while in the region and discover a range of facilities, including water and electricity supply stations, toilets, a bar and other amenities.

Grotticelle Beach is a secluded bay at the foot of large rock formations on the Capo Vaticano of Ricadi. It offers stunning views of white sand, blue-green water and verdant cliffs. Find your own section of sand and rent a deck chair and a colorful umbrella for the afternoon.

Tropea’s Norman Cathedral is a historic landmark and is of great symbolic importance to the town. Admire the beautifully restored Romanesque structure and learn about the significance of the town’s patron saint, the Madonna of Romania, who is represented here by a prized 14th-century icon hanging above the altar.

Michelino Beach is a narrow and secluded sandy coastline adorned with large boulders and backed by the verdant cliffs of Parghelia. It has crystal-clear water of varying hues of blue that calmly lap the fine, white sand of the beach. Enjoy the utter serenity of this sheltered sandy haven between the cliffs.