One of two small black-sand beaches on the island's southern side near Gelso, this crescent of black sand gives onto inviting waters.
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano
7.07 MILES
A must-see for Mediterranean history buffs, Lipari's archaeological museum has one of Europe's finest collections of ancient finds. Especially worthwhile…
7.19 MILES
Lapped by clean waters and surrounded by sheer cliffs, this dark, pebbly beach on Lipari's southwestern shore is a dramatically beautiful swimming and…
7.48 MILES
Lipari's best coastal views are from a celebrated viewpoint known as Quattrocchi (Four Eyes), 3km west of town. Follow the road for Pianoconte and look on…
17.92 MILES
Directly below Panarea's prehistoric village, about 45 minutes south of San Pietro, steps lead down to this gorgeous little cove with a rock-strewn beach…
14.38 MILES
If you have a car, don't miss the scenic drive north along Strada Panoramica to see the gorgeous, rugged coastline of Capo Milazzo. At the end of the…
1.94 MILES
For spectacular sea and island views without the physical exertion of climbing Fossa di Vulcano, follow the signposted road to Capo Grillo, about 7km…
29.74 MILES
Rising off Filicudi's northwestern shore is this dramatic 71m faraglione (rock tower); boat trips around the island will take you to see it up close.
0.34 MILES
On the island's southern coast, down a sinuous, narrow paved road, Gelso is a minuscule but picturesque port with a pair of family-run restaurants and a…
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0.24 MILES
This beach, one of two small black-sand stretches on the island's southern side near Gelso, is surrounded by lush, almost tropical greenery.
0.34 MILES
On the island's southern coast, down a sinuous, narrow paved road, Gelso is a minuscule but picturesque port with a pair of family-run restaurants and a…
1.94 MILES
For spectacular sea and island views without the physical exertion of climbing Fossa di Vulcano, follow the signposted road to Capo Grillo, about 7km…
4.15 MILES
Vulcano's beach scene is centred on this smooth strip of black sand at Porto di Ponente, about 10 minutes' walk beyond the mud pools on the western side…
5.92 MILES
Down near Lipari's southwesternmost tip, this high perch commands unparalleled views south to Vulcano (backed by Mt Etna on a clear day), and west into a…
6. Museo Archeologico Eoliano (Sezione Epigrafica)
7.02 MILES
This small garden littered with engraved stones and a room of Greek and Roman tombs remained indefinitely closed at the time of research.
7. Museo Archeologico Eoliano (Sezione Vulcanologica)
7.04 MILES
Illustrates the Aeolians' volcanic geology.
8. Museo Archeologico Eoliano (Sezione Preistorica)
7.04 MILES
Housed in the Palazzo Vescovile (Bishop's Palace) next to the Cattedrale and displaying a plethora of artefacts in chronological order that provide a…
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