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City break in Lazio. Active leisure ideas for Lazio - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Vacanze Romane (Roman Holiday) Riviera di Lazio remains one of the most vibrant and beautiful resorts of Italy; it is the perfect place for those preferring to spend a significant part of the holiday on a beach. The most popular beaches are located in the city of Ostia, in the immediate vicinity of Rome. The coast is perfectly equipped for a comfortable stay; it is always crowded and quite noisy. Vacationers can have a great time and pamper themselves with a variety of entertainment options without leaving the beach, as popular nightclubs and restaurants are right on the coast.
Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Lazio inhabitants
Tourists who visit the region during one of the national holidays will be able to learn a lot of interesting things about the culture and traditions of local people. The most well-known and … Open
Fans of more secluded holidays will enjoy the coastal town of Anzio; beaches here are very comfortable and surprisingly quiet. Near the coast there are many beautiful places to walk. The city is famous for its amazing nature.
Fans of water sports won’t be bored too, as there are volcanic lakes there. Bracciano and Bolsena are fresh water lakes that are excellent for sports entertainment. The Vico Lake is situated in the natural reserve; it is unique in its beauty and purity. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Excursion over cultural sights of Lazio - 'must visit' points of interest
Lazio is home to unique attractions; Rome alone is full of interesting excursion sites. The most visited cultural institution is Pinacoteca Vaticana; this large-scale art museum was founded … Open
In the southern part of Rome there is a popular beach resort of Sabaudia that became the permanent resting place for international celebrities. You can meet famous actors and musicians on local beaches; the resort has elite sports centers and a variety of entertainment options.
Monument to Vittorio Emanuele A very pleasant holiday town is San Felice Circeo. It has everything you need for a great pastime, including lively beaches with playgrounds, secluded coves, noisy discos and cozy coastal restaurants, as well as many interesting historical sights.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Lazio
1. Fans of beach vacations have to pay attention to trains connecting Rome with the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea. You can get from the capital to the best beaches in just 30 minutes; the fare … Open
Those who want to improve their health while relaxing are recommended to choose the resort of Terracina. Local air is saturated with iodine, so vacationers can combine the usual stay at the beach with healing procedures. The total length of beautiful sandy beaches in Terracina is about 15 kilometers. Sperlonga is the pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea; it features surprisingly beautiful grottos and caves. At any time, visitors can leave the hot coast and explore scenic nature reserves.
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Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Lazio
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Circeo' , 38 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Regional Municipal Park 'La ENEA' , 38.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale Abruzzo, Lazio e Molise' , 68.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga' , 101.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale della Maiella' , 102.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Lazio
♥   Amusement park 'Rainbow Magicland' , 12.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Oasi Park' , 42.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Zoomarine' , 44.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Luneur' , 47.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Magic World' Giugliano in Campania, 124 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Lazio
♥   Water park 'Rainbow Magic Land' Valmontone, Roma, 12.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Zoomarine' Torvaianica, Pomezia, 44.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Lazio
♥   Restaurant 'Aminta Resort' Genazzano. Type - Creative. 17.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Benito al Bosco' VELLETRI. Type - Seafood|Italian. 18.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Locanda del Bere' BORGO FAITI. Type - Regional cuisine. 20.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Cucinarium' Borgo Faiti. Type - Regional cuisine. 21 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Colline Ciociare' ACUTO. Type - Creative. 22 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sites around Lazio from our surveys on extreme Earth places

Piramide di Caio Cestio

From the series “Top Survived Pyramids from Previous Civilizations”
Check on the map:   Distance from Lazio center - 48.8 km.
Besides the half-troubled, they found a few memorial announcements about the great deeds of the judge. The explorers have also written down their memoranda on one of the room walls. For more than one and a half thousand years one could not find the entrance into the pyramid, which was carefully masked. The impossibility to look into the building has created a lot of the interesting legends. Some inhabitants of Rome still believe today that the secret tomb Rems - the founder of the city is located in the pyramid. … Read further

Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

From the series “The Most Elegant Buildings of Baroque Architecture”
Check on the map:   Distance from Lazio center - 49 km.
The outstanding wall paintings, great colourful marble floor, gilded elements of decoration, ancient sculptures – you can adore with this cathedral forever. In 1955 there has appeared a new organ. The previous music instrument of the 1716 year was taken to the Aliforni parish church. Today the Baroque church with rich decoration meet pilgrims from the whole world, tourists come here to see the precious elements of decoration because every decorative element of the Basilica is a unique piece of art. … Read further

National Museum of Pasta

From the series “Strange, Weird and Unusual Museums Amusing its Visitors”
Check on the map:   Distance from Lazio center - 49 km.
One of the main themes of the Roman Museum is to throw the highlight on the true history of popular food. In the course of more than a century, the unique collection of the old manuscripts was collected, suggesting that it was not the Italians, but the ancient Greeks who were the first people in the world who began to cook the pasta. The Italians have achieved a different culinary achievement - they have learned to dry the macaroni and put a stock on them. … Read further

City break ideas for neighbours of Lazio

Rome
You can always listen to live music in the club named Chiariti Café, which is located in Monti district. During the daytime this is a cozy cafe that serves aromatic coffee and soft drinks, and when night falls to the city the club attracts fans of blues and jazz. ... Open »
Isole Pontine
The other islands of the archipelago are also worth visiting. The uninhabited Palmarola will please the travelers not only with the beauty of the rocky shoreline but also with cave houses, the only man-made objects on the island. Zannone captivates you with a virgin ... Open »
Isola di Ischia
However, not only healing baths can diversify your leisure time on Ischia. There are tennis courts, football fields, and all conditions for playing handball or volleyball. Be sure to spend at least a couple of days on foot routes around the island. There are many ... Open »
Procida Island
Be sure to visit the neighboring Vivara. You don’t even need to float anywhere – there is the most common bridge between the islands. Vivara is a reserved territory, and, therefore, completely uninhabited. Here in a variety of nests live different birds, ... Open »
Naples
Eco tourists should set off to the Visuvio Volcano. Those who will manage to climb up the volcano will get a perfect opportunity to make an exciting trip around the vent of the eruption as well as to enjoy a breath taking bird’s eye view over the city and suburbs. ... Open »
Ascoli Piceno
There are several amusement centers in the town. They are great for filling the pause between excursions and making your stay in Ascoli Piceno even more interesting. For example, fans of bowling should visit Bowling delle stelle. This is the largest and most ... Open »
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