Chicchi Beach, also known as Spiaggia Chicchi, is situated in the coastal town of Vico Equense, Italy, approximately 10 km east of Sorrento. The town is renowned for its relaxed atmosphere, traditional Italian seaside charm, and historic center perched on the cliff. Vico Equense is also famous for its picturesque beaches and the local pizzerias known for offering pizza by the meter.
Chicchi Beach is specifically known for its stunning views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. However, it is a small public beach situated at the end of a service street. The beach is often crowded, and cleanliness can sometimes be an issue, with visitors occasionally reporting the presence of debris on the rocky beach area. Despite these issues, the beach remains popular among both locals and travelers.
Visitors to Chicchi Beach can enjoy a range of amenities including sun beds and umbrellas available for rent. The beach also provides food and drink options. Ample parking is available for visitors, making it convenient for those coming by car.
The town of Vico Equense, where Chicchi Beach is located, is easily accessible, especially from Naples Airport. The town tends to be most crowded in August, which is when many Italians take their vacations. Despite the crowds, this period offers the opportunity to experience a classic Italian beach vacation. Vico Equense is also particularly beautiful in May and June, when there is plenty of sunshine.
Chicchi Beach amenities include parking and loungers.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful views and ample parking as the most liked features of the beach. However, they also express dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of the beach and the crowdedness, as well as the high cost of renting sunbeds and umbrellas.
If you’re planning a trip to Chicchi Beach, consider staying in the town of Vico Equense, which offers a range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Many visitors also choose to stay in Sorrento, just a short drive away, to enjoy both the beach and the historic attractions of the region.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
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Latitude: 40.659331 / Longitude: 14.4147828
Chicchi Beach is located in Campania. The following map of Chicchi Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 21.8°C/34.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 37.6°C |
| Sea Temperature | 27.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.2 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:35/20:37 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.2 |
| Cloud Cover | 1% |
| Speed | 16.4 km/h |
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| Gusts | 40 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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