Self-catering holiday homes: Agropoli apartment

Make a holiday rental property or villa in Agropoli, Italy your home away from home

Agropoli is an amazing historical city, located on the edge of the Tyrrhenian Sea in the upper region of the Cilento Coast, Campania. Famous for both its sensational Blue Flag beaches and its rich and vibrant history, a holiday rental villa in Agropoli, Italy, offers a perfect combination of culture and beach life; a combination which is extremely hard to beat. A holiday rental in Agropoli is the perfect base from which to discover Campania, and the undeniable Greek influences have made it a real favourite destination for domestic holidaymakers in Italy.

Things to do in Agropoli, Italy

Agropoli’s roots date back as far as the Neolithic period, reaching through the Ancient Greek, Roman and Saracen eras, monuments to which are clearly visible as you tour the ancient streets. The Angevin-Aragonese Castle is one of the most impressive monuments remaining in the town, built in the 6th century and standing proudly above the skyline. The coastal tower of San Francesco and the ancient town gates are also well worth exploration from any Agropoli property too. The views from the old town over the sea are absolutely breathtaking, and even if you only devote one day to sightseeing from your Agropoli accommodation, be sure to take the time to sit in one of the town’s atmospheric cafes, and enjoy the scenery.

Agropoli is also the main gateway into the beautiful Cilento Coast National Park, named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The pristine landscapes of the park, where the mountains meet the sea, represent the largest national park in Italy, and the perfect place for Italian walking holidays. There are almost limitless routes to take throughout the park, leading you to some of the most remarkable archaeological and historical sites, most beautiful panoramas and most unspoilt corners of the Salerno area. Horse riding and mountain biking holidays are also of the highest quality in the park.

The beaches of Agropoli are beautifully wide and covered in golden sand. Based at the bottom of dramatic sandstone cliffs, the beaches are wonderfully picturesque, and the warm, clear and still waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea are ideal for swimming, sailing and canoeing.

Places to visit on holiday in Agropoli, Italy

The city of Salerno is just a 35 minute drive from a self catering Agropoli holiday rental. Salerno is an incredible Roman town, filled with monuments of the highest quality. The Duomo de St Matthew is the most famous site in Salerno, dating back to 1085, but there is a huge amount to see besides, from the 9th century aqueduct to the charming Church of St George.

Weather in Agropoli, Italy

The summer months are fantastically warm in Agropoli, with average daily temperatures in June, July and August soaring well into the mid 30’s (˚C) on a daily basis. The beaches remain a huge attraction well into the autumn, as the ‘Indian summers’ of the region are wonderfully balmy.

Cheap flights to Agropoli, Italy

The closest airport to a holiday rental property in Agropoli, Italy is the international airport in Naples (NAP), around 100km away. There are a great range of inbound flights arriving into Naples from the UK, with flights provided by Aer Lingus, BMI, British Airways, EasyJet, Thomas Cook Airlines and Thomsonfly.

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