Best beaches in Tuscany
The best beaches in Tuscany, on the coast of Italy — 5 shores from Cala Violina to Marina di Alberese, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.
The warmest sea in Tuscany is ~26°C, at Fetovaia, in season around Jun-Sep. Across its 5 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~25.4°C in the warm season.
Cala ViolinaScarlino, Maremma, Italy
FetovaiaElba, Tuscany, Italy
Spiaggia di CavoliElba, Tuscany, Italy
Spiaggia di SansonePortoferraio, Elba, Italy
Marina di AlbereseMaremma Park, Tuscany, Italy
When to visit beaches in Tuscany
Most of the 5 beaches listed in Tuscany are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 25–26°C across the listed beaches.
Choosing a beach in Tuscany
For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Cala Violina or Fetovaia; and for white sand head to Cala Violina or Spiaggia di Sansone.
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Beaches in Tuscany: frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit beaches in Tuscany?
Most beaches in Tuscany are at their best June to September, peaking in July. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.
How warm is the sea in Tuscany?
In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Tuscany sits at about 25–26°C.
Are there white-sand beaches in Tuscany?
Yes — 2 of the listed beaches have white sand, led by Cala Violina and Spiaggia di Sansone.
Which beach in Tuscany is best for families?
Cala Violina — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Fetovaia is a strong runner-up.