About
Crystal-clear turquoise waters, peaceful beaches, and a rustic charm that feels like a painting.
Why go
- Italy’s sun-drenched heel with golden beaches, translucent water
- The southern part of the Puglia region, where you will find nicer jaw dropping beaches
- A land to be lived
Must try
- Explore the Salento coast
- Beach-hopping
- Visit beaches like Spiaggia di Punta Sapone, Cave of Poetry
- Rocky swimming spots, tiny towns and spectacular coastal roads
- Baroque towns, beach walks, food markets
Pro tips
- Rent a car for access
- Consider may, june, september and october for beautiful weather
- Go early in the morning or later in the afternoon
- Trains work well for main towns, but a car gives you freedom
- Base yourself around tricase, castro or specchia
Good to know
- In the summer months they get busy — sometimes very busy
- Distances there become bigger than many tourists expect
- Alternative to the amalfi coast with similar water, half the tourists
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Rating
4.7 / 5 (3402 reviews)