Arenella beach

Arenella is a quiet and uncrowded beach in Giglio island, Tuscany, and very beautiful as well. There are several trees and even one palm, while the bottom is mostly rocky being more suitable for snorkeling. Half of the beach is commercial with sun loungers, and the other half is a free area. Shore and seabed: sand, stones. [edit]

Coordinates: 42.36952, 10.912594

See also: Giglio island

Hotels [edit]

Hotel Arenella is the only accomodation option near the beach (a few minutes walking up the hill). Rooms' rates start from about US$140 per night, and this is an excellent choice for the money.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Rome (airports of Fiumicino-FCO or Ciampino-CIA) or fly to Pisa international airport (PSA). Take a train to the station of Orbetello - Monte Argentario. Next get by bus to the stop of P. S.Stefano Porto (routes 39/O, B/O, C/O) and take a ferry to Giglio island.

There are no buses to the beach of Arenella, while a taxi costs 10 euros per way. In addition, the Hotel Arenella provides for its guests a regular free shuttle to the port and back.

When to go [edit]

The best time for a beach holiday in Arenella of Giglio island is a warm season from July to September.

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