La Riviera di Ulisse

The Enchantment of the Shores of Ulysses

The Rive di Ulisse constitute a beautiful coastal region located in the southern part of Lazio along the Tyrrhenian coast. This area is characterized by breathtaking landscapes with sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, crystal clear waters and picturesque seaside villages. The riviera takes its name from the mythological hero Ulysses who, according to legend, sailed in these waters during his journey back to Ithaca. The coastline offers a wide range of activities including relaxing on the beach, swimming, water sports and exploring fascinating historical and archaeological sites. One of the most evocative landmarks is the Riviera di Ulisse Park which includes the promontory of Gianola in Formia, Mount Orlando in Gaeta and the promontory of Punta Cetarola and Grotta di Tiberio in Sperlonga. The cities of Terracina, Sperlonga, Gaeta, Formia and Minturno are places of historical and landscape importance. The Rive di Ulisse are also renowned for their delicious cuisine with fresh fish dishes and local specialities. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a combination of natural beauty, culture and gastronomy.

History, Nature and Relax

The Shores of Ulysses offer multiple opportunities to be explored in their many aspects: the beaches of Terracina, Sperlonga and Gaeta, the Roman and pre-Roman archaeological sites, the medieval villages and the excellent local gastronomy.

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Choose between a full day visit or a half day visit. We will tailor your visit to make the most of the time available to you.

Qualified Guides

You can count on qualified guides who will accompany you for the entire duration of your visit through the enchantment of the Shores of Ulysses.

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Terracina

The temple of Jupiter watches over the city from the top of Mount S. Angelo.
The ancient Roman sanctuary could be reached via the Appian Way which is still visible today in the historic center.
Here a perfect stratification makes clear the historical passages that tell the story of Terracina.
the Capitolium, the Emilian Forum and the Roman theater mix with the symbols of the medieval city: the Cathedral of S. Cesareo, the tower houses and the Venditti palace, the ancient municipal headquarters.
The only baroque building, the church of Purgatory is striking for its particularity.
The eighteenth-century city called Borgo Pio develops at sea level with the neoclassical church of the S.S. in the center. Savior.
A short distance away, the southern entrance to the city is characterized by a huge rock called Pisco Montano.
From there the walk along the seafront starts from which you can enjoy the view of the Circeo promontory.

Sperlonga

Sperlonga stands on a spur of rock overlooking the sea.
Long isolated due to the absence of a connecting road, it has retained its original appearance as a seaside village characterized by narrow streets, panoramic views and whitewashed houses.
Some particularly well-kept alleys are embellished by the residents themselves while others feature wall paintings with historical and mythological subjects.
Crossing the countless steps of the village you reach the famous golden beaches which have boasted the Blue Flag title for decades.
The opening of the Via Flacca at the end of the fifties allowed the discovery of an enormous Roman villa that belonged to the emperor Tiberius.
A natural cave is part of the villa which contained Odyssian-themed marble statues now housed inside the National Archaeological Museum of Sperlonga.

Gaeta

Gaeta is a peninsula lying on the sea in the center of which Mount Orlando stands out; on its slopes is the sanctuary of the S.S. Trinità known for the extraordinary fissure of Montagna Spaccata.
The city is divided into two parts: the modern one which includes the village of Porto Salvo with the characteristic Via dell'Indipendenza and the ancient one, full of buildings that tell its thousand-year history.
The historic center can be reached from the Caboto seafront where you come across the ancient city gates and the main churches: the sanctuary of the S.S. Annunziata with the adjoining Golden Chapel which inspired Pope Pius IX to proclaim the dogma of the Immaculate Conception and the cathedral of S. Erasmo with its bell tower of particular artistic value. In the oldest part of the city, stand the church of S. Francesco, the Aragonese castle and the Angevin castle, a former military prison that hosted the Nazi war criminals Kappler and Reder.

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