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.

San Francesco at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

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.

Mediterraneo at Cavallino-Treporti, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

The most notable feature of this high quality park is the imaginative pool complex, which closes during siesta, and is complete with an attractive terraced bar where discos and dances are held. The first class restaurant can provide you with an excellent meal. A windsurfing school is available just off the park's lovely private beach along with many other activities making this park the choice for families of both young children and teenagers. The ancient cities of Padova and Verona make great day trips and just a short drive away is the lively resort of Lido di Jesolo.

Pra Delle Torri at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

This park offers a first class array of swimming pools, waterslides and children's pools. With direct access to a compact beach many water sports are on offer along with an 18 hole golf course that offers reduced green fees. The location of Pra Delle Torri makes it ideal for touring with the quaint Venetian style fishing village of Caorle nearby and just half an hour's drive away is the popular resort of Jesolo. With many shops and restaurants the tourist area of Bibione is close by along the coast.

Camping Village Fabulous at Rome, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to the beach in Tuscany

The park management is proud to supply a full and varied animation programme which makes this park an ideal holiday destination. There is much to do here with 2 tennis courts, 2 swimming pools and Rome on your doorstep. Situated10km from the coast with its beautiful beaches and the calm waters of the Tirrenean Sea, while on site there is an impressive range of facilities including a good restaurant and a well stocked mini market.

Zocco at Manerba Del Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes

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.

Park Albatros at San Vincenzo, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to the beach 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.

Cavallino at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

This is a small and friendly park with a very relaxed atmosphere. With plenty to see and do the small pitches are unlikely to be a problem. The sandy beach is so close, many people choose to swim and sunbathe there, especially as the sea is calm and safe for children and there's a life-guard on duty throughout the entire season; the park has its own swimming pool so the choice is yours to make. There is also a tempting restaurant on park, offering a choice of Italian dishes but taking exceptional pride in the quality of their home-made pizzas. Beyond the park, there are too many excursions to mention, with ageless Venice and the beautiful little islands of Torcello and Murano all within easy reach.

Le Capanne at Bibbona, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to the beach 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.

Rosselba le Palme at Elba, Corsica

Caravan parks close to the beach in Corsica

Rosselba le Palme enjoys a unique setting, nestling as it does amidst endlessly beautiful parkland full of rare, exotic palms and olive trees. Built overlooking the colourful harbour of Portoferraio, the park's steep and mainly terraced pitches are reasonably small, but facilities here are excellent and include a superb swimming pool complex with waterslide as well as tennis, table tennis and a lively animation programme in high season. Across from the park there is a small, clean beach, where you can sunbathe, swim or windsurf. Inland you will discover endless vine-covered hillsides, olive groves and picturesque, unspoilt villages. A visit to the lovely port of Marciana Marina is also highly recommended.

Park Albatros at San Vincenzo, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to the beach in Tuscany

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

Sant'Angelo at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

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.

El Bahira at San Vito Capo, Sicily

Caravan parks close to the beach 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.

Camping Del Garda at Peschiera, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes

You will find Del Garda close to Peschiera town centre yet it is surrounded by parkland. With organised water sports on the beach; four pools, including a children's pools, a busy animation programme and a children's playground; this park is ideal for those who like to stay busy on holiday. If that is not enough you can enjoy tennis, volleyball, aerobics, aqua-aerobics and lake fishing; alternatively for the more relaxed of you there is plenty of shade available around the pool area, as well as sunbathing space. The bar, restaurant and supermarket cater for most of your needs however, should you wish to get out and about many local attractions including the 'Gardaland Theme Park' and 'Caneva World Watermark' are within easy reach.

Camping Italy at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

This quiet, tree-lined site enjoys a gorgeous location on the verdant peninsula of Cavallino. With the warm waters of the Adriatic and a soft, sandy beach to one side, it is clearly going to be a popular choice for beach lovers. Yet while the park is impressively peaceful, there are still plenty of amenities for guests to enjoy. These include pools for adults and children, a restaurant and pizzeria, supermarket and terrace with a beach bar to help you make the most of the wonderful sunsets. And if you can tear yourselves away from the beach, you will find that all the wonders of Venice are just a ferry ride away.

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.

Waikiki at Lido di Jesolo, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to the beach in Adriatic Coast

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.

Le Pianacce at Castagneto Carducci, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to the beach 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.

Isuledda at Sardinia, Sardinia

Caravan parks close to the beach in Sardinia

With a lively entertainment programme for all ages, this friendly park is also within easy reach of the island's many scenic and sporting attractions. With archery, aerobics, beach volleyball and plenty of entertainment on offer in July and August, this park is great for teenagers. There is even a disco at the far end of the park which goes on until late (noise can sometimes be heard). The park's piano bar and restaurant are a popular way to relax at the end of an active day, or you can always walk or cycle the 3km to the centre of the delightful little port of Cannigione.

Cisano/San Vito at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes

Just outside the small village of Cisano di Bardolino you will find this attractive park on the shores of Lake Garda. Set back from the lake the park shares facilities with Cisano, an adjacent park, including a lakeside beach, access via an underpass. SanVito has a small pool, but Cisano has a large pool complex, restaurant and bar which are available for your use. From mid May a lively animation programme provides games and competitions for all the family as well as fortnightly outdoor discos.

La Rocca at Del Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes

With boats as frequent as buses you can relax and enjoy the magnificent sights with someone else doing the work. The campsite has a lovely open feel with pleasant, grassy pitches. There's also plenty to do on site with tennis courts, table tennis and swimming pools for all the family, as well as organised activities during the high season. The pebbly lake beach is ideal to soak up the sun or try out canoeing. The nearby villages of Moniga and Manerba are really most attractive but the regular boat trips available from nearby Desenzano are definitely the best way to see most of the pretty lakeside villages.