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San Marco di Calatabiano
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San Marco di Calatabiano is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 6th place out of 12 beaches in the Catania region 35.2 km away from its center, the city of Catania. It is one of the beaches of San Marco settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray fine pebble, 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, partygoers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.
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. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. 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.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Recanati beach II, which has a rating of 8.2.
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+17
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+15
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Beach overall scores
San Marco di Calatabiano (Catania) is located outside the San Marco settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Sicily island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the San Marco di Calatabiano with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely stunning and offers convenient parking at no cost."
Soren Bravelli
"The beach near Taormina has pebbles instead of sand. The water is slightly colder compared to other areas and tends to be more crowded. However, it offers a unique bathing experience with a stunning view of Taormina. Plus, it doesn't come with a hefty price tag."
Aria L.
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely stunning and offers convenient parking at no cost."
Soren Bravelli
"The beach near Taormina has pebbles instead of sand. The water is slightly colder compared to other areas and tends to be more crowded. However, it offers a unique bathing experience with a stunning view of Taormina. Plus, it doesn't come with a hefty price tag."
Aria L.
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Blue Ice di Nocera G...• 13 min walk
- Arrusti e mangia ……b...• 16 min walk
- Cohiba Cafè• 2.3km
- Lido Stella Marina• 2.4km
Attractions
- Marina di Cottone• 15 min walk
- Castello degli schia...• 23 min walk
- ELISUPERFICIE GIARDI...• 28 min walk
- Lido Acquascivoli To...• 2.6km
Transport
- TFC• 7.1km
- Ospedale San Marco• 39.4km
- Calatabiano• 2.7km
Localities
- San Marco• 990m
- Catania• 35.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the San Marco di Calatabiano?
The San Marco di Calatabiano is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at San Marco di Calatabiano?
For sunbathing and relaxing, San Marco di Calatabiano has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the San Marco di Calatabiano 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.
San Marco di Calatabiano does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the San Marco di Calatabiano 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 small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the San Marco di Calatabiano secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of San Marco di Calatabiano?
San Marco di Calatabiano can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of San Marco di Calatabiano?
The bar is located right on the San Marco di Calatabiano.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Blue Ice di Nocera Giuseppe is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the San Marco di Calatabiano?
There are 2756 places to stay in the San Marco di Calatabiano area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of San Marco di Calatabiano include:
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How far is the San Marco di Calatabiano from parking?
The San Marco di Calatabiano 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 San Marco di Calatabiano?
There are 4 attractions near San Marco di Calatabiano that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Marina di Cottone located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit San Marco di Calatabiano?
The month with the highest temperature in San Marco di Calatabiano is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
San Marco di Calatabiano (Sicily island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call San Marco di Calatabiano a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
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