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Make a holiday rental apartment or accommodation in Savona, Italy your home away from home

The province of Savona stretches along the coast of the Gulf of Genoa in the Liguria region of northern Italy. The region is a mountainous strip of land following the coastline, hiding a magnificent combination of masterpiece filled museums, modern shopping streets, renaissance palace and a glorious natural environment.

Things to do on holiday in Savona, Italy

Throughout Savona are a range of beautiful historical sites, especially the Renaissance period masterpieces. The dramatic Priamar Fortress which stands a rock in the sea (Rocca di San Giorgio), which is one of the most visited attractions in Savona, and well worth investigation from and Savona holiday accommodation in the area. The Cappella Sistina Cathedral and Palazzo della Rovere which stand by are also well worth the trip.

The Mediterranean coastline is a wonderful asset for a Savona holiday. Tree lined and secluded, Savona beaches are wonderfully scenic and peaceful, with sand and fine pebbles lining much of the coastline. There are ample opportunities to swim, go fishing, sailing or windsurfing from a Savona beach, as well as scuba diving trips which can be arranged from any of the larger coastal towns of Savona province.

On land, the naturally dramatic countryside is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Walking, cycling and mountaineering holidays in Savona absolutely thrive, attracting tourists from across Europe to tackle the mountain paths and tough climbs of the Maritime Alps and Ligurian Apennines. On the lower lying regions are a number of excellent golf courses too, so any golfers heading to a self catering Savona letting should pack their glove.

Places to visit on holiday in Savona, Italy

The provincial capital, also called Savona, is a charming, medieval port town with a huge amount to offer any visitor. There are a huge number of attractions in the ancient town centre and around the ancient harbour, and after a hard morning’s exploration, there are plenty of places in which to recuperate, sampling some of the magnificent cuisine which Savona province is known for.

The towns of Garlenda and Testico are both among the most popular places to take Savona holiday accommodation. Offering both magnificent access to the countryside and beaches of Savona and a huge number of luxury villas and excellent entertainment possibilities, you could not go wrong taking a holiday rental in either.

Alassio is one of the best Savona beach resorts, situated on the Ligurian coastline. Easily reached from the airport and offering huge expanses of flat, fine sand, Alassio is a magnificent place to rent a Savona villa, sit back, relax and enjoy the sun.

Weather in Savona, Italy

Summer in Savona is delightfully hot. Average temperatures reach over 30˚C in July and August, when the Savona beach resorts are in full swing. Although temperatures drop off rather quickly as autumn arrives, temperatures average over 20˚C for 6 months of the year, and even during the winter months, temperatures rarely fall below 10˚C.

Cheap flights to Savona, Italy

Genoa Airport (GOA) lies just 30 miles from Savona province, and receives direct cheap flights from London, provided by both British Airways and Ryanair. There are many car hire companies in Savona, with some excellent rates available from the airport, so if you would like to be completely independent during your travels, a hire car is a great option.

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