My advice

​A day at the beach is always a good idea. The smell of saltwater, the vibrancy of the coastal towns, a fresh fish dish for lunch—it's all part of the experience. Leave early! The coastline is narrow, and parking can be difficult if you arrive later in the day. Leave early in the morning, order a coffee and brioche by the sea, choose your favorite spot on a free beach or at one of the many bagni, enjoy lunch on the coast, and drive along the coastal road to Savona for an aperitif in the late afternoon. Or return to the Borgo and end the day relaxing with some snacks.

Free beaches or a Lido / Bagni

​You can choose a free beach (spiaggia libera), as many Italians do. These public beaches often have a bar open during the day and usually a shower, sometimes for a fee. Sometimes you can also rent sunbeds. The other option is a lido or bagni: a beach club with a bar, restaurant, changing rooms, showers, and toilets. Here you can rent sunbeds and a parasol, offering a bit more comfort.

Recommended​

• Savona - Several open beaches and bagni along a long promenade.
  Parking is generally easier here.

• Spotorno - Child-friendly, with a clean sandy beach and cozy bagni.
  Noli - A small, charming village with a historic center, city walls, and
  a beach along a beautiful palm-lined promenade.

• Varigotti - An authentic fishing village with stunning views, nice bars
  and restaurants, and a beautiful beach.
  Finale Ligure - You don't really need to drive any further. This is a
  larger town with a lively center full of restaurants and ice cream
  arlors, and a wide promenade.

 

Taking your dog to the beach

​There is a special website and app for dog-friendly beaches.
You can also easily find them on Google Maps.