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Museum of the Sea is the perfect place to begin exploring Ricadi. This museum comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Save time for other attractions like Tropea Beach, Santa Maria dell'Isola Monastery, and Grotticelle Beach to fully appreciate what's on offer in the area.

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Hotel Marina del Capo

per person

Aug 13 - Aug 18

found 13 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (JFK) to Lamezia Terme (SUF)

8/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)

Great view! Super clean rooms. Breakfast and bar a little poor. Overall a pleasant experience.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2021

Baia del Sole Resort

per person

Sep 7 - Sep 13

found 15 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Lamezia Terme (SUF)

9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)

10/10 exceeded expectations. Room was amazing with a private plunge pool on the deck. The views are amazing and the restaurants are very well done on the ocean. Clean and felt like a Hawaii oasis

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2024

Hotel Club Kennedy

per person

Aug 13 - Aug 18

found 13 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (JFK) to Lamezia Terme (SUF)

8/10 Very Good! (60 reviews)

Beautiful hotel, friendly staff and spacious room and very clean!

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Tour of the Costa degli Dei by boat, 3 hours with aperitif included

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Tropea food tour with local guide

Free cancellation available

Food, drink & nightlife

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From land to oil with Calabrese tasting

Free cancellation available

Popular places to visit

Grotticelle Beach

Take photos of the “Coast of the Gods” before descending to the base of the scenic pockmarked cliffs to get drinks from the beach bar and discover hidden coves.

Torre Marrana

Inspect the vestiges of this important medieval watch tower and attend a musical or dramatic show at the adjacent theater.

Riaci Beach

Sunbathe and snorkel during the day and party at night at this popular and beautiful cliff-bordered beach, which attracts a youthful crowd.

Santa Maria dell'Isola Monastery

Sitting high on a chunk of rock jutting out into the sea, this iconic medieval-style monastery is an icon of the town of Tropea.

Norman Cathedral

Look for a revered Byzantine icon of the town’s patron saint, Madonna of Romania, as well as two unexploded World War II bombs in this centuries-old cathedral.