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Vibo Valentia Marina
La Rada Beach
Spiaggia La Rada
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About
La Rada Beach is located on the Tyrrhenian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 5th place out of 45 beaches in the Vibo Valentia region 5.2 km away from its center, the city of Vibo Valentia. It is one of the beaches of Vibo Marina settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Despite the fact that a significant part of the beach is occupied by resorts, there is still a fairly large area with free access. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Pizzo Beach, which has a rating of 8.1.
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La Rada Beach is located in Vibo Valentia within Vibo Marina, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The ocean and shoreline are pristine, with not a speck of litter in sight. The staff is polite and helpful, always eager to assist with any needs. The food is delicious and affordable, making it a great option for budget-conscious travelers. Parking is available outside, making it easy to access the beach without any hassle."
Nico Santoro.
"When we're in town, we always choose this beach as our go-to destination. It may not offer complete serenity or Michelin-starred meals, but it embodies the quintessential Italian beach experience. We're always made to feel welcome and secure, and the food is unpretentious yet superbly crafted - just as one would expect."
Lira Jansen
User reviews
"The ocean and shoreline are pristine, with not a speck of litter in sight. The staff is polite and helpful, always eager to assist with any needs. The food is delicious and affordable, making it a great option for budget-conscious travelers. Parking is available outside, making it easy to access the beach without any hassle."
Nico Santoro.
"When we're in town, we always choose this beach as our go-to destination. It may not offer complete serenity or Michelin-starred meals, but it embodies the quintessential Italian beach experience. We're always made to feel welcome and secure, and the food is unpretentious yet superbly crafted - just as one would expect."
Lira Jansen
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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What to do in La Rada Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the La Rada Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Wine Bar L'Ormeggio• 6 min walk
- Ristorante Lapprodo• 6 min walk
- La Rada• 6 min walk
- chiosco azzurro vibo...• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Porto Santa Venere• 10 min walk
- Bivona Castle (VV)• 3.2km
- Spiaggia Libera Pizz...• 3.2km
- Church of Saint Mary...• 3.4km
Transport
- SUF• 23.1km
- Sorriso• 30.8km
- Vibo Marina• 10 min walk
Localities
- Vibo Marina• 520m
- Vibo Valentia• 5.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the La Rada Beach?
The coastline of La Rada Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at La Rada Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, La Rada Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The La Rada Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the La Rada Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the La Rada Beach are usually strong.
Is the La Rada Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the La Rada Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
What are the key audiences of La Rada Beach?
La Rada Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of La Rada Beach?
The bar is located right on the La Rada Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Wine Bar L'Ormeggio is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the La Rada Beach?
There are 365 places to stay in the La Rada Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of La Rada Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the La Rada Beach from parking?
The La Rada Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby La Rada Beach?
There are 4 attractions near La Rada Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Porto Santa Venere located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit La Rada Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in La Rada Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
La Rada Beach (Vibo Valentia) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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