Photo by Guido Radig. The sea is suggestive and enveloping everywhere, even if it is true that some places stand out more than others, but this is true for every place. Among these there is certainly Puglia, more precisely the Gargano area where you can enjoy a crystal clear sea and dream beaches.
If we are planning a beach holiday, here are the best beaches in Peschici and its surroundings .
1 – Cala Lunga beach in Peschici
Photo by Iliceto Leonardo. The Calalunga beach of Peschici is located on the most advanced point of the Gargano, close to the wonderful Gargano National Park. It is about 7 kilometers from Peschici and 16 from Vieste, two places to visit absolutely. Over 300 meters long, it has soft golden sand and is set in a bay surrounded by green woods.
- How to get there: 16 km from the center of Peschici. By car via the A14 then the SS89, there are various car parks around the beach – Get directions
- Type : sandy coast
- Admission : free with the presence of beaches
- Recommended for : young people (presence of beaches with music) and families (wide coast, shallow and sandy bottom)
2 – Zaiana beach
Photo of Bultro. Set within the bay of the same name, Zaiana beach is characterized by a coastline about 200 meters long surrounded by rocks and woods that make it even more fascinating.
In the 70s and 80s it was awarded the name of beach for young people because it was mainly frequented by that age group. This is still the trend today. Quiet and peaceful during the day, in the evening it turns into a perfect party place . Its crystal clear sea and its golden sand. It is wild and evocative.
- How to get there: 5 km from the center of Peschici. By car, take the SP52 up to the very visible detour to Zaiana beach – Get directions
- Type : sandy coast
- Admission : free
- Recommended for : young people, couples (private beach)
3 – Marina di Peschici
Source: wikipedia. City beach of the seaside resort of the same name. That of Peschici is a beautiful beach of soft golden sand with crystalline and clear waters, which characterize the entire Gargano coast . The seabed is sandy and sloping, perfect for swimming even with small children. It is surrounded on one side by rocks and on the other by the tip of Monte Pucci and is limited by the tourist port. Well equipped and full of bathing establishments , it is also very suitable for families with children.
- How to get there: 750 meters from the center of Peschici. Walk in about 15 minutes via Viale Kennedy and the SP52, then take Contrada Pozzillo. By car along the SP52, then the SS89 taking Contrada Pozzillo – Get directions
- Type : sandy coast
- Admission : free with the presence of beaches
- Recommended for : young people (presence of beaches with music) and families (wide coast, shallow and sandy bottom)
4 – Spiaggia di Manaccora
Photo of Theirrulez. Close to Zaiana beach, Manaccora beach is one of the busiest and most beautiful bays in Peschici . It boasts a very popular archaeological site that is worth a visit. Long and spacious coastline with fine golden sand, the seabed is sandy and sloping, perfect for swimming even with small children. Its waters are crystal clear and clear. It can be accessed via an asphalted road that reaches the Grottone di Manaccora .
- How to get there: 6 km from the center of Peschici. By car take the SP52, after about 3 kilometers take Contrada Zaiana up to the indications for Manaccora beach which is about 2.7 km away – Get directions
- Type : sandy coast
- Admission : free with the presence of beaches
- Recommended for : young people (presence of beaches with music) and families (wide coast, shallow and sandy bottom)
5 – Jalillo beach
Photo by Roberto Ferrari. Last stretch of the Peschici bay, the Jalillo beach (small beach in dialect) is also called Mappamondo. It is located beyond a large boulder that seems to hide it. The sand is fine and mixed with gravel and the seabed is sloping . Perfect for those looking for a quiet and reserved environment , thanks to the shade that kisses it in the early afternoon, it boasts a pleasant coolness. It can be reached easily through the walkway that connects it to the beach of Marina di Peschici.
- How to get there: 5 km from the center of Peschici. On foot from the walkway that connects it to Marina di Peschici. By car along the SP52 and then the SS89 Garganica to the destination – Get directions
- Type : mixed sand and rocks
- Admission : free with the presence of beaches
- Recommended for : young people and couples (private beach)
6 – Cala del Turco
Photo by User: Nikater. It is located between Cala Lunga and the Bay of Gusmay, Cala del Turco, and small and pretty. So named for the presence in the past of Turkish pirates.
It is totally free beach and being exposed to the north east in the middle of the afternoon and in the shade, therefore cooler than others. To shelter from excessive heat, you can use a very beautiful and characteristic cave that makes the cove even more fascinating.
- How to get there: 8 km from the center of Peschici. By car, take the SP52 towards Vieste for about 9 kilometers to your destination – Get directions
- Type : sandy coast
- Admission : free
- Recommended for : young people, couples (private beach)
7 – Gusmay Beach
Very famous, Gusmay beach is located between two rocky points that frame it. It is a real corner of paradise with fine and soft sand and a sandy and sloping seabed. Although it is one of the most beautiful and well-known beaches in the area , it is difficult to access because it is almost entirely in concession to accommodation facilities.
- How to get there: 9 km from the center of Peschici. By car, take the SP52 towards Vieste to your destination – Get directions
- Type : sandy coast
- Entrance : presence of beaches
- Recommended for : young people and families (wide shoreline, shallow and sandy bottom)
Map and photos of the beaches
Cala Lunga Bay, Peschici
Cala Lunga
Bay, Peschici Cala Lunga Bay, Peschici
Zaiana Beach, Peschici, Gargano
Zaiana Beach, Peschici, Gargano
Zaiana Beach, Peschici, Gargano
Marina di Peschici
Beach of Marina di Peschici
Beach of Marina di Peschici
Beach of Manaccora, Peschici, Gargano
Beach of Manaccora, Peschici, Gargano
Bay of Manaccora, Peschici, Gargano
Bay of Jalillo (Globe), Peschici, Gargano
Bay of Jalillo (Globe), Peschici, Gargano
Jalillo Bay (Globe), Peschici, Gargano
Cala del Turco, Peschici, Gargano
Cala del Turco, Peschici, Gargano
Gusmay beach, Peschici, Gargano
Gusmay beach, Peschici, Gargano
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What to do in the evening
You don’t know what to do in the evening in Peschici
The solution is very simple. In fact, Peschici has a very active nightlife , which goes from the historic center to the beaches that become splendid places to stroll and enjoy the city. Here are some ideas on what to do in Peschici in the evening , with the list of clubs and bars in the village.
- All Jewel , facebook page
- Mokerhapa , facebook page
- La Brocca , facebook page
- Giarrone cocktail & wine bar, pagina facebook
- Camavite , facebook page
Where to eat
As for food in Peschici you will find everything and more. The city is full of restaurants for every budget that offer the best Apulian specialties. Not only fresh fish, but also oil, bread, cheese and sweets are the masters on the tables of Peschici, and here are some places where you can taste them.
- The cornetteria in via Castello , recommended for breakfast
Via Castello 11 – Get directions - La Taverna restaurant , recommended for quick lunch
Piazza del Popolo 15 – Get directions - Borgo Antico restaurant , recommended for romantic dinner
Via Castello 13 – Get directions
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. Plan your trip: info on flights, hotels and tours
A holiday in Peschici at a low price is feasible if it is organized in time. Bari Airport is the closest to the town and is well connected to all major Italian cities. To arrive by train, the reference railway stations are Foggia and San Severo (FG), from here you can proceed with the “Ferrovie del Gargano” buses. As for accommodation, prices start from € 45.00 per night for a hotel or B&B room.
- Low cost flights: from € 39.00 – see the offers
- Where to sleep: Hotels and b & b from € 45.00 per room – see the offers
