Ascea

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Ruins of the ancient city of Velia with the sea in the background, near Ascea, Cilento, Campania, southern Italy.; Shutterstock ID 1396222958; Purchase Order: -
Ascea has a 4 km sand beaches. You see the Telegraph Tower on the hill, also called Saracen Tower as it was originally built to help spotting Arab anf African invaders arriving from other Mediterranean ports.
Here is where the sand beaches of Ascea end and the rocks and cliffs start. Jump in the water and swim around the cliffs and you will find an untouched marine environment into blue waters. Swim and dive!
The dune on the beach, Ascea Marina
This looks like Thailand but is actually la Scogliera in Ascea Marina! :) Come here at sunset, sit at one of the bar/restaurants on the beach and order a bottle of cool white wine. And enjoy the colors of the sun diving in the sea.
B&B Country House Il Grappolo

B&B Country House Il Grappolo

Via Paino, 2 Ascea SA
Stay at this spa B&B in Ascea. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Velia Ruins and Casal Velino Marina are located ...
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B&B Country House Il Grappolo
Futura Club Eleamare

Futura Club Eleamare

Via Porta Rosa 185 Ascea SA
Stay at this hotel in Ascea. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Velia Ruins and spiaggia di Ascea are located ...
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Futura Club Eleamare
Hotel Porta Rosa

Hotel Porta Rosa

4 out of 5
Viale Magna Grecia Ascea SA
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ascea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
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Hotel Porta Rosa
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InStile aparthotel

InStile aparthotel

VIA CHIUSA Ascea SA
Stay at this apartment in Ascea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Scavi di Velia and spiaggia di Ascea are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Very nice and comfortable apartment.

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

InStile aparthotel
Residence Riviera

Residence Riviera

Corso Carlo Pisacane 82 Palinuro SA
Stay at this aparthotel in Centola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grotta Azzurra and Ficocella Beach are ...
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Farmhouse with infinity pool: A unique experience

Farmhouse with infinity pool: A unique experience

Castellabate Campania
Stay at this holiday home in Castellabate. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Basilica Pontificia Santa Maria de Gulia ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Great for a family holiday
Stayed for a week with two kids (5 and 8). Apartment is basic but has everything you need. The kids room has no window but that meant they slept later than usual in the morning! The pool is fantastic - big enough not to feel too busy even with other families around - and the view over the valley ...

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Farmhouse with infinity pool: A unique experience
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Popular places to visit

Ascea has a 4 km sand beaches. You see the Telegraph Tower on the hill, also called Saracen Tower as it was originally built to help spotting Arab anf African invaders arriving from other Mediterranean ports.

spiaggia di Ascea

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at spiaggia di Ascea during your trip to Ascea?

spiaggia di Ascea

Scavi di Velia

Learn about the local history of Ascea with a stop at Scavi di Velia. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's countryside.

Scavi di Velia

Velia Ruins

You can find out about the history of Ascea with a stop at Velia Ruins. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's countryside.

Velia Ruins

Things to do

In spring, summer and autumn it is possible to use our garden which enjoys a breathtaking panoramic view.

Creative Experience with clay in the Cilento National Park

€97
per adult
Creative Experience with clay in the Cilento National Park
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Tour "Costa del Mito" by scooter from Marina di Camerota

€150
per traveller
Tour "Costa del Mito" by scooter from Marina di Camerota
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Landscape Pisciotta village, from Cilento Coast, Italy

Pisciotta