The Sun, The Sea, And Sperlonga

Sperlonga is best known for its beautiful white houses and stoned steps. Lose yourself along the tight alleyways of the old coastal town and grasp the captivating views of the locals’ homes. Every turn is never dull, there is beauty in every corner of the town. Get your camera ready because you’ll catch views overlooking the sea and beaches. Walking in the old town is never-ending, but make sure to save some of your steps for the other beautiful sites of Sperlonga. The magnificence of this town is just the beginning.

The National Archaeological Museum of Sperlonga contains the city’s rich history for €5. Many of Sperlonga villas were built during the Roman empire, the most famous being the imperial summer villa built by Emperor Tiberius. Emperor Tiberius’ cave, The Tiberius’ Grotto, is a must-see in Sperlonga. The remaining ruins of the Tiberius Villa connects to the National Archaeological Museum of Sperlonga. For Greek mythology lovers, sculptures within the Nazionale di Sperlonga are inspired by Homer’s The Odyssey. The museum holds marble statues reenacting episodes of the Greek poem: The Assault of Scylla, The Palladio Rape, The Blinding of Cyclops Polyphemus, and Odysseus Who Raises the Dead Achilles. Two hours of your day trip will be enough to see all the paintings, sculptures, artifacts, and Emperor Tiberius’ cave.

A can’t miss in Sperlonga is the Torre Truglia located right below the old towns center on top of the hill near the sea. This cream-colored, square-squat pinnacle is the symbol of Sperlonga and its people. In the earlier days, Torre Truglia functioned as a department for the Guardia di Finanza (Finance police.) The tower was known to protect Sperlonga from pirate raids and Saracen incursions. Torre Truglia rests above the sea with views hovering above the shore’s sandy beaches and the town with peaking mountains behind, it is the perfect Instagram-worthy shot.

Stop by Donna Assunta a Sperlonga for a quick lunch break in the heart of town. This restaurant has authentic Italian cuisines from pasta, to pizza, and Mediterranean dishes. I recommend the penne pasta with red sauce for €8. For my vegetarians, the restaurant will happily accommodate to make a meal suitable for you upon request. Donna Assunta a Sperlonga not only has drool dripping cuisines but also an exquisite list of drinks from wine to fruity spritzers. The portion sizes are full-filling, and the drinks are as refreshing as the ocean breeze.

Beneath the white stoned steps of Sperlonga lays the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea. Grab a book, put on some tunes, and relax in one of Baia Azzurra’ cabanas for €15. Lido Baia Azzurra rest along the coast for visitors to relax under the shade while feeling the ocean breeze. If you’re up for a swim, dip into the warm water of the Mediterranean Sea. It’s safe to leave your things in one of the cabana huts. Up for a drink? Behind the cabanas are a variety of bars and dining areas with welcoming hosts and friendly seagulls. Whether this spot is last on your itinerary, you’ll want to spend a chuck of time to enjoy the calmness of the beach.