4 stars and above: Campsites in Italy

Maronda Camping

• A 40,000-square-metre site on the Adriatic Sea in the Gulf of Vasto
• Edging a private pebble and sand beach in Marina di Montenero
• Nightclub, play park, pizzeria, bar and multiple sports courts on site

Camping Garden Paradiso

• Family holiday park on the Cavallino-Treporti coastline near Venice
• A ferry ride to Venice attractions; 15 minutes’ drive to Jesolo clubs
• Pools, waterpark and spa treatments, sports, dining and entertainment

Helloocamp at Camping Free Beach

• Etruscan Riviera park a few minutes' walk from an award-winning beach
• Daily sightseeing and wine tasting trips around Tuscany
• Free sauna and fitness centre, pools, bar, snack bar and restaurant

Altomincio Family Park

• Family-friendly site close to Lake Garda and Verona
• Within 20 minutes of Gardaland, Movieland and the Caneva waterpark
• Modern facilities including waterpark and restaurant

Azienda Agricola Della Mezzaluna

• Stunningly scenic site between the Versilia coast and the Apuan Alps
• Gypsy caravans among vineyards, trees and olive grove
• Pool overlooking the sea; produce made on site available to buy

Agriturismo Biologico Sant'Egle

• Off-grid, eco-friendly luxury resort in the Tuscany countryside
• A five-minute drive from Sorano; 10 minutes from Pitigliano
• Saltwater pool, hot tub, massages, gong baths and yoga sessions

Camping Village Settebello

• Large outdoor pool and direct access to the beach
• On-site restaurant with spacious terrace
• Regular entertainment including low season weekends

Camping Village Tuscia Tirrenica

• Family-friendly seaside holiday park on Italy's Maremma coast
• On the edge of Lido di Tarquinia, 25 minutes' drive from Civitavecchia
• Outdoor pool, play area, restaurant, kids' club and free wifi

Area Camper Bagnolo del Salento

• No-frills Puglia wild camping in olive groves at Bagnolo del Salento
• A 20-minute drive to Salento beaches, Otranto and Santa Cesarea Terme
• Family-friendly site just five minutes’ walk to shops and bars

La Rigatella

• Peaceful pitches at a Lazio site five minutes' drive from Moricone
• An hour's drive to central Rome; rural walking trails close by
• Grounds shared with farm animals and abundant gardens

Resort La Francesca

Agricamping Podere Campofossato

• Stay on a working farm 15 minutes’ drive from Pistoia city centre
• Top spot for summer and winter breaks: beaches, skiing within an hour
• Less than an hour from Florence, Pisa and Lucca

Villaggio Bahja

• A few metres from the seaside
• Green settings
• Large swimming pool and summer activities

Camping Piantelle

• Family-run site on the shores of Lake Garda in Moniga del Garda
• Sirmione, Salò and Gardaland within a half-hour drive
• Outdoor pool, play area, restaurant and kids' activities

Camping Bellavita

• Within easy reach of the Upper Pesio and Tanaro Valley Natural Park
• A short drive to the famed vineyards of the Langhe hills
• Outdoor pool, terrace bar, supermarket, multi-sports pitch and more

Camping Hermitage

• Lush and highly scenic site near the spectacular spa town of Merano
• Indoor pool and sauna plus outdoor pool with paddling pool
• Tyrolean and Mediterranean restaurant with good veg and vegan options

Camping Bella Italia

• A large kid-friendly site on the shores of Lake Garda
• Two large amusement parks, aquarium, zoo and water park nearby
• Five pools, three playgrounds, shopping centre and restaurants

Marina di Rossano Club

• Family-friendly holiday park three kilometres from the beach
• A five-minute drive to the beach and 25 minutes to Sibari
• Pool, restaurant, shop, bar and entertainment on site