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 that are close to the beach.

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

Waikiki at Lido di Jesolo, Adriatic Coast

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A wide variety of facilities are available at this park; chose from a swimming pool, pizzeria restaurant, supermarket/bazaar, play area, bike hire and even a fully equipped fitness centre. The entertainment provided here ranges from swimming lessons, fun games and competitions to Italian courses on request. Lido de Jesolo is nearby with an excellent range of shops, cafes and restaurants. Venice is just a boat ride away as well as the historical cities of Padua and Vicenza. Cortellazzo, a small fishing village, is nearby where you can get fresh fish every day or visit the weekly market.

Zocco at Manerba Del Garda, Italian Lakes

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You are spoilt for choice as to where to swim on this park. With the superb pool complex including a hydro massage spa it may be difficult to decide whether to use the on park facilities or the clear waters of Lake Garda; there is direct access to the lake with its pebbled beach and tree-lines shore. Zocco is ideally situated for enjoying the Italian atmosphere with views of the delightful town of Sirmione across the lake. There are plenty of open grassy spaces for children to play on and some shaded pitches; in high season it may be necessary to park away from your pitch. A short walk away there is an open-air disco for older children to enjoy; however some noise can be heard at night.

Sant'Angelo at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

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The outstanding pool complex is undoubtedly the main focus of Sant Angelo Village; with waterslides, quiet areas and even a snack bar. There are a wide range of amenities on site; from the mini market and pizzeria through to a newsagents and ice cream parlour. Throughout the season the park's animateurs organise activities such as beach volleyball, football tournaments and even windsurfing and sailing days and there are bikes, boats and a range of water sports equipment available for hire, not to mentiuon organised crusies excursions and tours.

Sole di Sari at Solenzara, Corsica

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Sole Di Sari is the perfect base for exploring the marvels of the island with the fabulous Bonifacio a short drive away. This modern parc has had a great lagoon pool with whirlpools built recently. Perfect for relaxing and unwinding.

El Bahira at San Vito Capo, Sicily

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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.

Spiaggia e Mare at Ravenna, Venice and Adriatic

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Holiday Park Spiaggia e Mare is a small but lively campsite on the Adriatic coast. Offering an exciting programme of activites this campsite delivers on fun for all the family. The site?s centrepiece is arguably the large pool complex comprising two swimming pools, children?s pool, large sunbathing terrace and poolside bar. The campsite also has direct access to a large sandy beach, perfect for relaxing or taking part in the games and tournaments offered by the excellent animation team. In the evening, experience an authentic Italian pizza from the pizzeria and enjoy the entertainment, which includes live music, shows and themed evenings.

Union Lido at Cavallino, Venetian Riviera

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A distinguished and undeniably impressive resort on the doorstep of Venice, with numerous bars, eateries, shops, entertainment and with a broad sandy beach to keep even the most discerning family constantly amused.

Pra delle Torri at Caorle, Venetian Riviera

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There are plenty of bars and eateries to choose from within the Pra Delle Torri holiday park but nearby Santa Margherita has all the character of an authentic Venetian fishing village and further up the coast Caorle boasts bars and trattorias to suit every taste. Plus with romantic Venice in the vicinity, it's hard to imagine a more impressive campsite.

San Francesco at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

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If you are looking for a really natural location, you will find it here at San Francesco. There are many shady pitches thanks to its lovely pine forest setting, and the warm waters of the Adriatic lap invitingly along the soft, sandy beach that lies at the park's edge. There are also a range of inviting pools to tempt you, and pool sides offering splendid sea views. But if you like to keep busy, San Francesco also offers plenty to do, with a wide range of activities, including discos, bars, restaurants and shops. You will also find the lovely fishing port of Caorle with its excellent seafood restaurants nearby.

Ville Degli Uliviv at Elba, Corsica

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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.

Ca'Savio at Treporti, Adriatic Coast

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The ideal place for sunshine and swimming Ca'Savio offers two pool complexes; please note they are closed during siesta. One is opposite the bar and restaurant and comprises no less than six pools, while the other complex is in an attractive pine wood setting to the rear of the park. There is also a busy programme of activities for all ages during high summer, and of course the superb beach. The long, sandy beach is accessed directly from the park, and you can hire a pedalo, swim or simply soak up the sun. When you feel like a break from the warm sands and cooling water, the many delights of Venice are within easy reach by boat.

Camping Village Portofelice at Caorle, Venice

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Camping Village Portofelice has direct access through a pine forest to a private sandy beach. Tall pine trees provide shade over the grassy pitches, and mature hedges and flowers line the roads throughout the site. Relax at the spacious pool complex with its four pools, two jacuzzis and wide sun terrace, or a short walk through the pine forest leads you to the private golden sandy beach. Here, you will find a whole host of activities, including pedaloes to hire, but if you want to simply unwind, this is the perfect spot. Back on site, the animation team run a packed programme of events, which will particularly appeal to young children. Enjoy a meal in the welcoming bar and restaurant, where the mouth-watering menu includes locally caught seafood.

Camping Europa Silvella at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

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Situated in the Gulf of Manerba, Camping Europa Silvella enjoys a prime location on the banks of Lake Garda. Located close to the beautiful towns of San Felice del Benaco and Salo, the campsite is perfect for a relaxing time onsite combined with day of sightseeing around the local area. A must do is to take a boat ride on the Lake ? don?t forget your camera! At the heart of the campsite is the wonderful pool complex with separate children?s pool and a large sun terrace to relax in the glorious Italian sunshine. The site restaurant is a fantastic spot for a relaxing meal with stunning views. The terrace overlooks Lake Garda and the surrounding Gulf of Manerba!

Camping Marina di Venezia at Venice, Venice

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The pitches on Camping Marina di Venezia are set amongst the shade of pine trees, away from the main facilities. At the centre of the site is the fabulous pool complex, there is an Olympic sized pool plus large children's pool with fountains, surrounded by a sun terrace. If you are feeling active, there are plenty of facilities to keep you amused, including sports competitions organised by the campsite staff. As evening falls, wander along the site's beachside promenade, where you will find a choice of shops, bars and restaurants.

Garden Paradiso at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

This park provides entertainment for everyone including tennis, canoeing and three swimming pools. Garden Paradiso runs children's clubs for 6-10 and 12-14 year olds, also once a month they hold Olympics for children and adults. To carry on the lively theme there are discos and cabaret shows at night. If you prefer a quieter evening visit the park restaurant that overlooks the sea.

Residence Village at Venice, Venice

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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.

San Francesco Village at Caorle, Venetian Riviera

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Wonderful water fun abounds with slide pools, water fountains and swimming for the sporty, not to mention the gentle waves of the Adriatic which might also tempt you. There's plenty of sports action too from archery to windsurfing and the cobbled streets of Caorle offer a glimpse of a typical Venetian fishing port from centuries ago.

Camping Del Garda at Peschiera, Italian Lakes

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Del Garda is surrounded by parkland but just a stones throw away from Peschiera town centre. With four pools, including children's pools and a busy entertainment programme with organised waters ports on the beach and a children's playground, it's ideal for those who like to stay busy on holiday. With plenty of shade available around the pool area, as well as sunbathing space it will appeal to those less active. You can enjoy tennis, volleyball, aerobics, aqua-aerobics and lake fishing here. A bar, restaurant and supermarket are available to cater for most needs, but should you wish to get out and about, Del Garda is within very easy reach of the many local attractions including the 'Gardaland Theme Park' and 'Caneva World Waterpark'.

Le Pianacce at Castagneto Carducci, Tuscany

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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.

Le Capanne at Bibbona, Tuscany

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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.