Spiaggia della Rotonda (Lido San Leonardo) — Local services in Tropea

Nice - but overcrowded

We stayed in Nicotera not too far away and came here for a daytrip. We didn't stay that long in the end - simply because it was too crowded.

But it is indeed a beautiful beach with stunning colors. Colors you might expect to see in the Caribbean. From the blue blue to azure and turquoise. Both the beach itself and the water are spotless clean. Too bad you won't see much of the sand due to the number of visitors. There are private sections where you can bring your own umbrella and chairs and some bars/resorts where you can rent some. Some locals even brought their dogs, which I think was nice, but officially it's not legal.

The beach is stunning by itself, but backed with the amazing Santuario di Santa Maria dell'Isola it's a really unique sight that has to be seen if you are in Tropea or anywhere close. A real stunner!

Parking is a bit of a problem if you hit high season. There's street parking and a big parking lot nearby (some blue zones even and the fee for the parking lot is fair). It's best just to wait in your car instead of driving around. There are always some people leaving, just be patient.

As fun and as beautiful this beach is/was, we didn't stay long...cause of the immense crowd. We soon headed back to our beloved Nicotera Marina. The water there is as clean as it is here. The beach is wider and clean as well. Ok, the water doesn't have the same amazing caribbean colors, but still nice and deep blue. And the best part about it: Only a handful of people....even in high season....I kid you not. Maybe I shouldn't have even mentioned it. 'cause it's still a bit of a secret. Two beach chairs and an umbrella set you back only 8 Euros....for...

Another gem in the Tropea area. The beach is divided by an amazing sandstone formation that above lies the ancient Church of Santa Maria. You are surrounded by the cliffs in which the town of Tropea is built and the buildings come right to the edge of the cliff. The main cave is huge and extends out into the back on the other side- it was blocked by a barricade warning that there was risk of collapse but it was evident that people simply walked around the end to get in. I saw many people sleeping on blankets to escape the hot Calabrian sun. The water is very clear and turquoise-coloured. Do not miss this experience is you are staying nearby or...

This beach is amazing and so beautiful... It's not so big but you can always find place for your towel...the entrance is free... The water is so clear... Fast when you come in water is deep... This beach is famous for Calabria,so much people come here to see this and take some nice pictures and videos... The sunset also breathtaking.... Especially is nice in the morning when there is no one on the beach, look is beautiful, just seat, enjoy and relax... From town to the beach you can come by car, but better thing is take your towel and come down with big stairs... All recommendations for visit and take some nice pictures if you in...