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Pale sand, shallow water and a clear sea: Sperlonga has some of the best beaches between Rome and Naples. Here's what each one is like, how to reach it, and which to choose for your day.
At a glance
Sperlonga's signature beach runs from the little harbour under Torre Truglia to Tiberius' Grotto. Very fine pale sand, a gently sloping seabed and water that is often crystal clear. Most of the beach clubs are here, along with seafront restaurants and canoe and pedalo rental.
From the old town you walk down the stairways. By car, follow the via Flacca to the traffic light, then the signs for the municipal car park.
At the far end of Levante, next to the ruins of Emperor Tiberius' villa. The water is calm and clear, great for snorkelling, and the area is protected: no motorboats and no fishing. In high season access may be limited and require a booking, so check the town's current rules before you go.
While you're here, visit the Archaeological Museum with the sculptures found inside the grotto.
The long strand running from the harbour towards Fondi and Terracina. It's the family favourite: plenty of beach clubs with play areas and facilities, plus free stretches such as Canzatora and Salette. A bike path runs along the promenade, and the municipal car parks are at the entrance to the town.
High dunes and very white sand where Sperlonga meets Fondi. From the car park a wooden boardwalk crosses the dunes to the sea. It's wider and quieter than the town beaches, and the steady wind makes it the spot for kitesurfing and windsurfing.
Towards Gaeta, with a lovely view back to the Sperlonga headland. It mixes free stretches with equipped beach clubs and works well for families. In summer it's lively, with music and entertainment.
A small cove between two rocky points, technically in the town of Itri: smooth white pebbles, turquoise water and no facilities at all. You reach it on a path through the Mediterranean scrub; park at Piana di Sant'Agostino and walk about 15 minutes. Bring water, food and water shoes.
A few kilometres along the via Flacca you'll find the 300 Steps beach (Arenauta), with a long paid stairway down to a wide sandy beach, and Serapo, the best-equipped beach in the area, facing the Montagna Spaccata. Heading to Gaeta? Read our guide to Gaeta's old town.
Many coves between Sperlonga and Gaeta can only be reached by boat. A trip along the coast is the easiest way to see them, with stops for a swim. Day trips to the island of Ponza leave from nearby ports too.
In July and August, places near the beaches book up early. For Levante, stay in the old town or below the headland; for Ponente there are apartments and residences steps from the sand, ideal for families and longer stays.
Levante is the most scenic, below the village and stretching to Tiberius' Grotto. For a wild cove, try Spiaggia delle Bambole along the via Flacca.
Yes: free stretches at Ponente such as Canzatora and Salette, the Lago Lungo beach, and parts of Levante and Bazzano.
Yes. Fine sand and a gently sloping seabed, especially at Ponente and near Tiberius' Grotto, where the water is calmest.
Yes. In 2026 the Blue Flag was awarded to Ponente, Levante, Lago Lungo and Bazzano.