Must-Visit Beaches in Italy
This summer, the hottest ticket is snagging a prime spot on a beach in Italy. With a record number of tourists expected to travel through Italy this summer, the beaches in the country are making new changes to preserve the quality of the Italian vacation experience. Last summer, an estimated 2.1 million Americans traveled to Italy, according to a government report.
Sardinia’s New Rules
Moreover, multiple beaches in Sardinia, an island on Italy’s west coast, will have some of the strongest capacity limits, according to a new report from CNN. The report shared the daily cap for four beaches:
- Cala dei Gabbiani: 300 visitors
- Cala Biriala: 300 visitors
- Cala Goloritze: 250 visitors
- Cala Mariolu: 700 visitors
New Admission Policies
Sardinia’s Spiaggia La Pelosa has implemented a ban on beach towels—fines start at 100 euros (roughly $107). Consequently, those visiting Cala Goloritze, which can only be accessed by foot or boat, must pay 6 euros ($6.50) to enter.
Additionally, to secure a spot at these popular beaches, it’s advisable to download the Heart of Sardinia app and make a reservation at least 72 hours before your visit. Beaches requiring an admission fee (like Cala Goloritze) can be paid online or at the entrance with cash.
Moreover, beaches won’t be the only tourist attractions that will introduce new admission fees or visitor regulations this summer. Earlier this year, the Italian Tourism Minister announced that the historic Pantheon in Rome would begin charging an admission fee, where previously it was free.
