If you are heading to Italy for a short break or holiday then you will find a super selection of caravan holidays to choose from.

Perfect for families, couples and groups, holiday parks in Italy offer mobile home (static caravan) and camping that will work for all budgets. Of course, caravan parks in Italy have excellent facilities including swimming pools, covered and heated pools, restaurants, bars and Internet WiFi.

Pra'delle Torri at Caorle

Caravan holidays in Venice

There are plenty of activities to keep everyone amused at Pra' delle Torri, including an 18 hole golf course (handicap certificate required). The grassy pitches, surrounded by small hedges, are situated in a quieter part of the lively site, where there is also plenty of opportunity to relax. At the heart of the site is the superb pool complex. The lagoon style pool and waterslides will be enjoyed by children of all ages, and there is also a separate Olympic sized pool. In the evenings, the main square comes alive there is a weekly street market, plus a superb animations programme that will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Camping Norcenni Girasole Club at Florence

Caravan holidays in Tuscany

Although Camping Norcenni Girasole Club is a large site, it has a feeling of intimacy with the pitches arranged in a series of terraces down the steep hillside. Mature trees and green hedges line the roads, providing shade from the warm sun. This is a lively site with first class facilities. Life here centres around the main square where you will find the restaurants and bar, located in converted farm buildings. Children will have hours of fun at the two pool complexes, complete with waterslides, while teenagers will enjoy the excellent animations programme and regular discos. The site also has its own fully equipped fitness centre including a Turkish bath.

Barco Reale at Lamporecchio

Caravan holidays in Tuscany

Set on a steep Tuscan hilltop, close to the medieval town of Pistoia, it also offers spectacular views of the countryside that surrounds it. The park has two lovely pools with a grassed area for sunbathing and a bar and restaurant with a terrace. The pizza and pasta here are so good that even the locals eat here. This is a super base when you want to sample the authentic Tuscan lifestyle, with gems like the cities of Florence and Lucca within easy reach, not to mention Pisa, with its famous leaning tower. Excursions are also arranged by the park in high season.

Europa Silvella at San Felice del Benaco

Caravan holidays in Lake Garda

Set between Manerba and San Felice, two friendly towns on the green and pleasant western shore of Lake Garda, Camping Europa Silvella is a great base for exploring the attractions of Verona, Gardaland and Venice or just admiring the sumptuous view of La Rocca in the shade of the Valtenesi hills.

Belvedere Village Apartments at Castelnuovo del Garda

Caravan holidays in Italian Lakes

Situated in the foothills of the Italian Alps, the Belvedere Village Apartments have a truly impressive backdrop. Close to the popular Castelnuovo and picturesque Peschiera del Garda, Belvedere Village offers apartments with a terrace or balcony - all enjoy a window to the manicured grounds. As you would expect the holiday Village has excellent facilities that includes 3 lagoon pools, and amenities including a mini market and a restaurant-pizzeria with terrace facing the main pool. The popular Gardaland amusement park is just a 10-minute drive away while Italian towns of Verona, Sirmione and Garda are perfect for a day trip.

Le Capanne at Bibbona

Caravan holidays in Tuscany

Just a short drive from the Tuscan countryside and only two miles from the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean, Le Capanne is an attractive park set in a spacious park of olive trees, pines and eucalyptus. The focal point of the park is the Adventure pool, with sunbathing, picnic areas, the bar and excellent restaurant, making it tempting to stay and enjoy the relaxing ambience all day. There's an area of attractively shaded pitches and a separate section for sports and recreation. Tuscany is an excellent region for relaxing on the beach or for sightseeing. Visit ancient Volterra and medieval San Gimignano or enjoy days out in Florence, Siena and Pisa.

Sant Angelo Village at Cavallino

Caravan holidays in Venetian Riviera

Sant Angelo's location is undoubtedly heaven sent with an immaculately kept forest and a fragrant rose garden flanking the famous Lido sands. Undoubtedly lively, there's a host of organised entertainment to keep your little angels amused but with an altogether more compact feel to some of its Venetian neighbours.

Park Albatros at San Vincenzo al Mare

Caravan holidays in Tuscany

Families with younger children will especially enjoy the wide sands of the Riva Etruschi only a short walk away. Back at the campsite, Park Albatros offers swimming, sports and animation to keep the kids occupied as well as local flavours to sample in the restaurant and bar.

Spiaggia E Mare at Porto Garibaldi

Caravan holidays in Adriatic Coast

Enjoying a delightful location on the shores of the Adriatic, Spiaggia e Mare offers you the choice of a private sandy beach or a lovely pool to relax next to. The parc is well run and the owners like to keep it immaculate, so it's a very attractive place to come and relax. However, there are plenty of activities available here too, from football and tennis to watersports, plus a good programme of animation and evening entertainment. There is also a restaurant, pizzeria, take-away and bar - plus a beach bar for those long, lazy days. Both Ferrara and Ravenna are within easy reach, and the parc runs regular trips to Venice, just two hours away by boat and bus. Should you prefer to leave your car at home, both Forli and Bologna airports are nearby.

Camping Village Fabulous at Rome

Caravan holidays in Rome

At the gates of Rome in the shade of a pine forest...Camping Fabulous is a perfect starting point for exploring the ruins of the `Eternal City' while avoiding Rome's urban hustle and bustle. Why not relax on the beach after a day of touring? With its beautiful pine forest and huge water park, this large and lively parc has something for everyone.

Residence Village at Venice

Caravan holidays in Venice

Shaded by mature pine trees, this is the perfect location for a relaxing family holiday. At the centre of site is the pool complex including a lagoon style swimming pool and children's pool, with large sunbathing terrace, jacuzzi, small children's waterslide. The campsite has direct access to a long gently shelving sandy beach, perfect for lazing away long afternoons while the children enjoy building sandcastles. There is an excellent animation programme for adults and children alike, including live music, sports competitions and children's discos. In the evening relax and enjoy a meal at the welcoming campsite restaurant where the home made pizzas are the house speciality.

Le Pianacce at Castagneto Carducci

Caravan holidays in Tuscany

All the pitches enjoy some shade on this steeply terraced park set on a hillside. With a first-class restaurant on a terrace that overlooks the pool complex, the friendly owners have provided excellent amenities. Your children can enjoy the water safely with their own 'lagoon' style shallow pool complex. A great place for an evening stroll is the small medieval village of Castagneto Carducci which is a short distance inland, where you can sample their famous ice cream. It is possible enjoy some of the region's other delights including the Etruscan wine trail and the famous cities of Siena, Pisa and Florence due to the park's ideal location.

Fornella at San Felice del Benaco

Caravan holidays in Lake Garda

Relax amongst olive trees and opulent lakeside views and let the gentle pace at Camping Fornella dictate a sedate holiday tempo. The spacious lagoon pool and clear shallow lake waters are ideal for family bathing fun and the towns of Sal? and San Felice are merely a few minutes drive away.

Camping San Francesco at Lake Garda

Caravan holidays in Italian Lakes

Relax with a cooling drink at the poolside bar, before heading to the beach to soak up the sunshine, there is direct access from site. This is an ideal site for those looking for an active holiday. There are plenty of sporting activities to suit all ages, including volleyball, basketball and football, as well as water sports on the lake. Enjoy a delicious evening meal on the terrace of the welcoming restaurant.

El Bahira at San Vito Capo

Caravan holidays in Sicily

The park has its own private rocky beach reached via a pathway. Activities such as football and volleyball are available, and even supervised deep sea diving at the beach of the nearby charming coastal town of San Vito lo Capo. This town is famous for its annual couscous festival in mid September and nearby are the Zingaro Nature Reserve and the hamlet of Scopello, where scenes from the film Ocean's Twelve were filmed. We would recommend that you hire a car if you wish to explore further a field than San Vito Lo Capo. The park offers a bar, pizzeria, children's playground, mini market and a large swimming pool, filled with clear blue water from the Mediterranean.

Pra Delle Torri at Caorle

Caravan holidays in Adriatic Coast

The pool complex at Prá Delle Torri is definitely one of the most spectacular in Europe, with a first class array of swimming pools, waterslides and children's pools. There's also direct access to a compact beach with all kinds of water sports on offer, as well as an 18 hole golf course that offers a 40% reduction on green fees. Situated on the Northern Coast of the Adriatic, between Venice and Trieste, Prá Delle Torri is also an ideal base for touring. The quaint Venetian style fishing town of Caorle with its attractive centre is nearby, while the popular resort of Jesolo is just half an hour's drive away.

Park Albatros at San Vincenzo

Caravan holidays in Tuscany

Park Albatros is one of Tuscany's largest parks, spread over 30 delightful acres. The park is surrounded by the Maremma pine forest, which itself faces out onto the sparkling water. There's also a fantastic sandy beach, where you can enjoy long days in the sun and beach activities galore. Alternatively relax at the park's swimming pool. The park also offers a bazaar, pizzeria, supermarket and bar, but for those who wish to go out and about, Piombino is just 15kms south of the park, with its narrow streets and harbour.

Camping Fabulous at Rome

Caravan holidays in Rome

This is an excellent location for a lively family holiday with plenty of activities to keep everyone amused. At the heart of the site is a wonderful pool complex with two swimming pools, one with a waterslide, plus separate children's pool and jacuzzi. The site runs an excellent entertainment programme including sports competitions, cabaret shows and live music, especially popular with older children and teenagers. The ancient city of Rome is easily accessible by public transport, and there is a long, sandy beach just a short drive away.

Ca'Savio at Treporti

Caravan holidays in Adriatic Coast

Ca'Savio offers two pool complexes that have plenty of room for swimming or simply splashing around, which close during siesta. One complex has six pools in an attractive pine wood setting to the rear of the park and is opposite the bar and restaurant. In addition to the superb beach there is a busy programme of activities for all ages. There is direct access to the long sandy beach from the park where you can hire pedalos, swim or enjoy the sun. The delights of Venice are only a boat ride away when you tire of the sun and sea.

Ville Degli Uliviv at Elba

Caravan holidays in Corsica

Ville Degli Ulivi is for you if you love the beach and water sports with the shimmering blue waters of the Mediterranean on its doorstep. There's even a diving school, where equipment can be hired and boat trips booked to the island's many diving sites. On the park there is an excellent pool complex including watersides but if you prefer the shade most pitches have fragrant olive and pines trees along with colourful flowers. In high season there is entertainment for all the family to enjoy with a typical Italian atmosphere. Off the park the small working harbour of Marina di Campo is well worth visiting, and if you drive to the mountains you can enjoy superb views of the island.