It's time to talk about the place where we spent the next 8 days. This is the Tyrrhenian coast or the Odyssey coast.
Actually - Anzio, it's small provincial town, which is located 40 kilometers from Rome on the coast Tyrrhenian Sea. It was founded by the Trojans after their arrival in the Lazio region, and almost immediately became an important commercial and cultural center region. According to legend, the founding of Anzio is attributed to Atheus, the son of Odysseus and the Greek sorceress Circe.

From about 338 BC. Anzio became a popular holiday destination and settlement for wealthy Roman patricians. The city was built up with palaces; the villas of Cicero, Caius Lucretius, and Caesar Augustus rose along the seashore. It was in Anzio that the most famous emperors were born Ancient Rome- Caligula and Nero. The sea port of the city is named after Nero. The legendary Villa of Nero, which has survived to this day, recalls the luxury of bygone times. In the distant past, Anzio (Anzium is the ancient Roman name of the city) was one of the best seaside resorts. The ancient philosopher Cicero wrote: “I prefer Anzio to Rome!”

Today's Anzio is a small residential town, consisting of two parts.
The first part contains the city itself and a small sea ​​port. The second part of the city is a tourist area, where there are restaurants, bars, pubs, discos, and night clubs. Actually, we were in the second zone. A strip of wide sandy beaches with a total length of 12 km, framed by beautiful nature, stretches from Villa Nero to Villa dei Pini.
By the way, the Romans themselves usually come to modern Anzio on weekends to take a break from the rhythms big city and enjoy sea ​​air and peace.

Last time I already described the Beauty Rafael hotel where we lived. Quite cute, we liked it. Maybe also because on the day of check-in it was my birthday, and we were given one of the best rooms, with its own attic loggia, living room and bedroom.
We really enjoyed having dinner in the attic. In the evenings (as well as early in the morning) it was not hot there, but warm. And very beautiful. From there we admired the sunset and sunrise. Such interesting flowers grew in pots in the attic; their leaves formed a “bud” at the top, like a rose. By the way, I took the shoot home, and it took root perfectly.

The beach on the Anzio coast is sandy and clean. The sea is not just clean, it is the purest! The water is clear and calm (we didn’t experience any storms). There are a lot of shells and little crabs scurrying around.

Sun beds and umbrellas - for money. I don't even know how much it costs. We didn't use it.
It is very good to relax on the coast with small children. It's pretty shallow there. Moreover, the shoal stretches tens of meters from the shore. The water is very, very salty, so it literally throws your body up like a float. Swimming is so easy - a pleasure!

There are some volcanic formations not far from the coast. Small islands with a surface resembling pumice. There are especially many crabs here.

Italian kids catch them here with nets.

There are many grottoes and mini-caves on the small islands.

Their surface is even more interesting. It is made from fossilized shells and mollusks. So interesting!

I really liked the sunset in Anzio. While you are climbing up the stairs from the beach, the sun is just setting before your eyes (and not slowly sinking, as in our country) below the horizon. Just - blunder! And he is not there. Very cool.

The locals in Anzio are friendly and welcoming. Of course, their business, for the most part, depends on tourists. The closer to the beach, the more expensive the products. If you go further, to larger supermarkets - the same thing, one and a half times cheaper.

The products are unique. I really liked the smoked meat and sausage. They sell them there huge size. The diameter of the sausage circle is 30-50 cm. They cut it right there, on a special machine - as much as you ask. The same goes for meat. The taste is amazing. And no soy!

The wines are different. Both cheaper and more expensive. When purchasing, you need to pay attention to the labeling.
The best wines are labeled DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita). Actually, these same “controlata” and “guarantee” are what you should look for on the bottle if you are planning to buy vintage wine. DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) - it will be worse. But it's also good. Russian tourists jokingly call these wines “controlola” without a “guarantee”. Next come the “ordinary” wines. The best canteen is IGT. Worse - VDT.

In general, in Italy you can buy wine even for 2 euros per 2 liters. Of course, there is no time for markings here. But among our tourists, this wine also goes great. And no one seemed to complain. Even the cheapest wines were consumed in the morning without serious consequences. In any case, that’s what the wine lovers in our group assured us.

Red Chianti is considered the best wine. Tourists often take Limoncello as a gift. "Limoncello" is considered something of a local exotic. Like our vodka. It is quite strong, thick, viscous, similar to liqueur.

Italy has excellent cheeses. Be sure to try the local parmesan. In cafes you can eat a huge pizza that costs 10 euros (40 centimeters in diameter), and everywhere they offer pasta (pasta in different versions). In general, after Italy you won’t want to look at pizza and pasta anymore. So these dishes get boring during the trip.

Italy has excellent olive oil. It also varies. Different percentages and different spin rates. Interesting, but it also has an interesting smell. I bought olive oil in Russia, but it is not at all like what they sell in Italy. That’s why I brought a bottle of this miracle with me.

By the way, while walking around Anzio, you can see entire plantations of olive trees.
In general, Anzio is a quiet peaceful town. And relaxing here is a pleasure. And if you want to get out somewhere, there are so many nearby interesting places. This is Rome, and the Vatican, and Pompeii.
But more about that next time.
To be continued...

The Lazio region, near Rome, is home to many beautiful seaside towns and villages. Just a short drive from the bustling capital of Italy and you are in a beautiful seaside resort! So take a trip to The eternal City with excursions and active sightseeing, you can easily dilute it with a lazy beach holiday on the coast.

For reference: Last year, the Italian Association of Ecology and Tourism “la Fee” awarded highest rating quality (“Bandiera Blu” - a mark of impeccable quality of the sea and beach) to five beaches in the Lazio region. The list includes Anzio, Sabaudia, Sperlonga, San Felice Circeo, Ventotene, an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea. So, today we’ll tell you how and where to go from Rome to the sea. The beach closest to Rome is called Ostia (Ostia lido). 30 minutes by train from the city center (ticket 1.5 euros one way) and you are there. Exactly this popular place relaxation area for average Romans, there are many cafes, nightclubs and restaurants here. As well as free beaches and inexpensive pizzerias. The Sea of ​​Ostia does not always meet the criteria of cleanliness and ecology, but for the Romans it is the most quick option escape from the summer heat. Pros - Ostia is easy to get to from Rome without a car, everything is accessible and nearby, you can have an inexpensive meal in local restaurants... And finally, there are also paid beaches with sun loungers, umbrellas and clean territory (entrance to the paid beach is 12-15 Euro, price includes sunbed and umbrella). How to get there: we wrote here Anzio The second most popular resort near Rome. Located 60 kilometers from the city, located on a cape, among the Romans it is considered a more prestigious place than Ostia. During the Roman Empire, Anzio was an important port and locality, it was here that the emperors Nero and Caligula were born. There are many historical villas here and available sea ​​activities- water skiing and sailing regattas. Ships depart from here beautiful island Ponza in the Tyrrhenian Sea, and in the restaurants of Anzio you can taste the best fish dishes of Lazio, washed down with white wine from the nearby village of Nettuno. How to get there: You can get there by train from Termini railway station, an hour's journey, ticket 3.20 euros one way. Travel time is 50 minutes.
Sabaudia Sabaudia is located 95 km south of Rome, surrounded by beautiful National Park Circeo. It is known for the fact that every year world celebrities from show business and cinema come here to vacation. There are good sandy beaches and a special microclimate created thanks to fresh lake Paola, stretching along the coastline for 7 km. The sandy beaches of Sabaudia are long and clean, equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas.

How to get there: The journey from Rome by car takes approx. 1.5 hours (95 km). Railway station not in Sabaudia, but from Rome there are buses from Laurentina metro station (terminal station of line B), schedule here http://www.cotralspa.it/TrovaPercorso.asp

Sperlonga

The distance from Rome to Sperlonga is 115 km. The picturesque town of the Odyssey coast, thanks to its natural depressions and rugged coastline, gets its name from the Latin word “Speluncae” - depression. White City with narrow crooked streets, panoramic platforms, watchtowers, tiny patches of land reclaimed from steep cliffs... Sperlonga is a typical fishing town of the Tyrrhenian Sea, with many bars and restaurants under the blue sky in the fresh air, where they serve excellent dishes prepared according to the ancient traditional recipes from the freshest seafood. Attractions here include the archaeological museum and the Caves of Tiberius.

How to get there: From Termini train station, take a ticket to Fondi Sperlonga station, from there the bus takes 20 minutes and you are in Sperlonga.

San Felice Circeo

San Felice Circeo, one of the most attractive holiday destinations on the famous coastline, is located 100 km from Rome. The city is located at the foot of Mount Circeo, on a peninsula jutting out into the sea. Majestic rocks, cool deep caves and sand dunes are the characteristic features of these amazing places. Boat trips through the caves are one of the favorite activities of vacationers. Here are the names of just a few caves: Goat Cave (Grotta delle Capre) - next to the beach, entrance from the lighthouse; Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) - accessible only from the sea and only in good weather, cave size 300 m2; Cave of the Hanged Man (Grotta dell’Impiso o Impiccato) - entrance from the lighthouse, named after the stalactite in the shape of a hanged man; Cave of Bats (Grottadei Pipis trelli) - near the city Acropolis. In clear weather, from the shore you can contemplate the Pontine Islands, which can be reached from the port of San Felice by boat or ferry. Historical Center The city is concentrated at the Tower of Dei Templari (Tower of the Knights Templar) and the Baron's Palace overlooking Piazza Lanzuisi. For lovers nightlife We recommend having fun in the most popular discos on the coast, La Bussola and Chez Nina. Scuba divers can see a 1.8 m high bronze statue of Christ that sank in 1992 at a depth of 18 m. This statue is new symbol cities.

How to get there: From Laurentina station (terminal station on line B) the Cotral bus leaves for Circeo (San Felice Circeo). Departures almost every hour, travel time is about 3 hours. Schedule here: http://www.cotralspa.it/TrovaPercorso.asp

Anzio is an ancient port city, on the shores of which the warm waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea break. According to legend, the emperors Nero and Caligula were born here, leaving a noticeable and at the same time controversial mark on history. However, tourists come here not for the ancient past, but for the healing air, the coolness of the sea and cozy sandy beaches. In the summer, travelers to Anzio are joined by Romans escaping the heat of the Eternal City.

How to get from Rome to Anzio

By bus

There are 2 bus routes. The trip will take approximately 1.5 hours. If you eat in the evening, on weekends or holidays there is a high chance of getting stuck in a traffic jam. The exact bus schedule can be found. Ticket price is approximately 3 €.

  • There is a bus station at Laurentina metro station (line B). From there, transport departs on the route Roma - Anzio.
  • Near terminal station Anagnina metro station (line A) is located at the bus station. Find the one you want in the line of buses with the Anzio sign on the windshield.

Weather in Anzio

The weather at this resort is determined by the mild Mediterranean climate with long summers and short warm winter. The holiday season begins in mid-April or early May and ends in early October. The peak of heat comes in July, when the thermometer shows more than +30 °C. In winter, the temperature rarely drops below +10°C.

Beaches of Anzio

The beach area stretches for 12 km. It starts from Villa Nero and ends at the Pine Villa. The picturesque coastal strip consists of sand dunes separated by port facilities or rocky headlands. The long coastline is divided into paid and free sections. Entrance to the paid beach costs 15 €. This price includes a sunbed and umbrella. Some paid beaches have free zones. There you can sunbathe on the sand, or take an umbrella and sunbed for 5 € per item.

The sea in Anzio is clean, the sandy bottom is shallow, so to swim in the depths you will have to move a considerable distance from the shore. The beaches are kept clean. Each one has toilets, showers, and changing cabins. There are cafes and restaurants nearby where you can relieve your hunger after water activities.

Riviera Zanardelli

The main beach of the city. Paid entrance. Coastline very wide, the infrastructure is well developed. There are free zones around the edges, in the south and north.

The southern one is very small, the entrance to the water is obscured by boat parking.

The northern one is the most distant. The rocks come close to the water, so there is not much room to sunbathe.

Lido dei Gigli

A beach with golden sand surrounded by endless dunes, the height of which can reach 20 meters. Surrounded by pine forest, it boasts crystal clear waters and a shallow sandy bottom. Paid entrance.

Grotte di Nerone

The beach at Villa Nero is very popular. The bottom is very shallow, so there are always a lot of children here, and the water is clean. After swimming and sunbathing, you can explore the ruins of the emperor's villa. Divers and lovers of snorkeling and fins often come here. The bottom is replete with ancient artifacts and ruins of ancient buildings that were inhabited Marine life. The sand is not very clean. There is a paid shower at the seafood cafe. The entrance is free.

Tor Caldara

It is located opposite the reserve of the same name. The beach is a wide strip of golden soft sand framed by dunes. The sea is clean, the descent into the water is comfortable. The place is notable for its underwater sulfur springs, rare animal species and archaeological finds that are regularly made here. Paid entrance.

Riviera Vittorio Mallozzi

Suitable for lazy relaxation. Active entertainment almost not. The coastline is quite narrow, so the sunbeds are very close. The bottom is shallow. Breakwaters provide comfortable swimming in any weather. The cleanliness is perfect. There is an excellent children's playground. Paid entrance.

Rivazzurra S.R.L.

The most remote and least crowded beach. It is located between the rocks, so the descent to the shore is slightly difficult - you need to overcome a high wooden staircase. The beautiful views make up for all the physical effort. The bulk of vacationers are young people who willingly play volleyball and football on specially equipped grounds. The depth begins almost at the very shore, unlike other Anzio beaches. There are 2 zones here - paid and free; in the latter you can sunbathe with your own towel and do not need to rent beach equipment.

Hotels with private beaches

Not many hotels in Anzio can boast private beach. Staying in such a hotel, as a rule, does not eliminate the need to pay for the use of sun loungers and umbrellas.

Grand Hotel Dei Cesari ★★★★

The hotel is located 2 km from the city center. It offers 72 rooms of varying comfort. Other amenities include a swimming pool and free bicycle rentals.

Hotel L'Approdo ★★★

A miniature hotel with 20 rooms, some of which overlook the sea, the other overlooks the neighboring lane. There is almost no territory of its own. The staff is friendly, the food is good. There is a swimming pool with hydromassage. The main advantage is its close location to Anzio Colonia station.

Casa Vacanze Elianto ★★★

This is an apartment hotel built in the mid 50's. Each room has its own kitchen, working free wifi. The staff speaks virtually no English. Lovers of a relaxed holiday will love this place.

Residence Frontemare T-Village! ★★★

A large hotel that recently underwent reconstruction. The rooms are clean, tidy, without any frills, in a rustic style. The hotel is located on a beach that has been awarded the Blue Flag for meeting high environmental standards.

Summary

Anzio is a great town for beach holiday, including with small children. The shallow, flat bottom warms up well and you don’t have to worry about the safety of little tourists. The beaches are regularly cleaned, they have all the necessary infrastructure, but on paid beaches it is better developed than on free ones.

Due to its close location to Rome, there are many people on the coast on weekends and holidays.

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On detailed map Italy with cities and resorts we can see the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Because beach tourism in this country is not dominant, then the most popular resorts in this direction are Capri, Sanremo, Versilia, Amalfi and Ischia. Also in Italy there are many ski resorts in Tuscany, Lombardy, Piedmont, Veneto, Trentino, etc. And Rimini has the largest international Airport named after the great F. Fellini and can boast of its most picturesque places in the country.

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    Eternal Rome is a city that cannot leave you indifferent. Amazing with endlessly changing monuments of all eras and styles. The permanent capital of Italy and the heart of Catholicism. A place where every stone breathes history, the corner of every house screams about how old it is and how much it has seen.

In the traditional sense, Rome is far from a beach resort. To be honest, the sea from the capital of Italy is at least half an hour away by metro. However, it is precisely these half an hour, which, in principle, can separate some outskirts of Barcelona from Mediterranean Sea, make many tourists think that there are beaches in Rome. And, in principle, they are not so far from the truth. Judge for yourself - a comfortable train goes for mere pennies (2-3 EUR) from the very center of Rome to the beautiful sandy coast nearest beach resort- Ostia.

If you draw the shortest line from the center with an imaginary ruler Italian capital to the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea, it will be not much more than 25 km. And then - both to the right and to the left - kilometers and kilometers of sand, which are divided among excellent resorts. Most of them offer free public beaches, which are monitored by municipalities, which means that entry is free. There are also separate fenced clubs, for which you will have to pay 10-15 EUR to enter. As a reward for such “pennies”, tourists will be given a sunbed, an umbrella, the opportunity to use a shower and toilet stall, a DJ and a nice bar where they can order ice-cold white wine on a hot afternoon.

If you draw the shortest line with an imaginary ruler from the center of the Italian capital to the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea, you will get not much more than 25 km.

So, if you want to go from Rome and the muddy waters of the Tiber to some more azure water to swim, freshen up and even sunbathe, it is best to pay attention to the following three beaches: Ostia, Nettuno and Sabaudia. The first one is the closest. It's not the best here best coast on the Tyrrhenian Sea, but it is literally under the nose of Rome. The second two are considered both more picturesque and cleaner, but it will take at least an hour to get there. Fortunately, in both cases the route will be direct, without transfers, directly from Rome Termini station to Nettuno, or by bus from the Laurentina metro station to Sabaudia. And for a ticket you will have to pay no more than 5 EUR one way.

Staying on one of the beaches overnight is not a bad idea. And Rome, with its magnificent collection, will not suffer much from a one-day absence of a tourist, and the traveler himself will be able to take a little rest from the abundance of beauty. But during the season, it is better to think about such desires in advance and book a hotel a little in advance. Otherwise, there is a high probability of being left without a room, or paying a lot of money for a modest room with a bed - this is a popular direction, and good hotels selling out like hot cakes.

  • Where to stay: It is most convenient to make excursion “forays” around Lazio from Rome. Alternatively, go with the miniature one thermal resort Fuji.
  • What to see: fabulous Rome, which is good at any time of the year, as well as the Vatican located in its heart. In addition, Lazio is notable for the ancient ruins of Tivoli and Ostia Antica, the Etruscan city of Tarquinia and numerous resort towns on the coast. If you have time, it’s worth going on an excursion to romantic Venice, the shopping capital of Milan or the magnificent