Castro Marina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Castro Marina
Castro Marina
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Explore the caves and coves adorning the spectacular coastline of this marina district at the foot of Castro’s dramatic cliffs.

Marked by the sails of countless white boats and tired fishermen at work, Castro Marina is the stunning portside district of Castro. It is the traditional hub of the area, with a fishing culture amid picturesque cliffs, verdant hills and the sapphire hues of the Adriatic Sea. Sunbathe on the scenic rocky coastline at the foot of the dramatic cliffs.

Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy while sitting on the rocks and cool down with a swim in the crystal clear water. Rent a boat to take out on the Adriatic Sea and discover some of the caves in the rock formations, such as the Grotta Palombara and Grotta Azzurra. Grotta Zinzulusa is full of stalactites, stalagmites and an internal lake, among other fascinating natural features. Go diving or snorkeling through the subaquatic caves of the region.

Stroll through the main port for a glimpse into the local culture of Castro Marina. Find the old port near the marina’s plaza and pick out your favorite boats. Paddleboats, canoes and wooden fishing vessels are usually docked here. Enjoy seafood from the restaurants of the marina and relax with a cappuccino in a café.

Make your way to the upper part of Castro for the quaint alleys and piazzas scattered throughout this charming village. Capture aerial photos of the Castro Marina district, incorporating the cliffs and the sea. Among the best viewing platforms is in the Aragonese Castle, which dates back to the 1500s. Make sure to visit the ruins of the nearby 12th-century cathedral and 10th-century church.

Enter the marina area for free. It is open at all times. The Castro Marina is in the southern end of Castro at the southeastern tip of Italy’s boot heel. It is part of the Salento coast in the region of Puglia, on a promontory separating the Adriatic Sea from the Ionian Sea. Drive south from LecceOpens in a new window for about 45 minutes to get here. See nearby towns, such as GallipoliOpens in a new window, Maglie and OtrantoOpens in a new window.

Hotel La Roccia

Hotel La Roccia

4 out of 5
Via Litoranea Per Tricase, Castro, LE
The price is AU$235 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$235
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Castro. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castro Marina and Delizie in Contea ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (30 reviews)
"location is excellent and the rooms are beautiful but it is under staffed and a little disorganized."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Hotel La Roccia
Hotel Piccolo Mondo

Hotel Piccolo Mondo

4 out of 5
Via Litoranea, per Santa Cesarea Terme 238, Castro, LE
The price is AU$385 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$385
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Castro. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zinzulusa Cave and Artefatto ...
"Overlooks the Adriatic Sea .. very comfortable but requires a lot of stair climbing."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2024

Hotel Piccolo Mondo
Orsa Maggiore

Orsa Maggiore

4 out of 5
Via Litoranea per Santa Cesarea 303, Castro Marina, Castro, LE
The price is AU$205 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$205
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Castro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Artefatto - L'idea in Terracotta ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
Views, Service, and Comfort—All in One Place
"Beautiful views, excellent location, and outstanding service. I will definitely come back and highly recommend this hotel!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Orsa Maggiore
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Confortable pool house in town, 3 min walk to sea

Confortable pool house in town, 3 min walk to sea

Castro
Stay at this villa in Castro. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Diocesi di Castro di Puglia and Delizie in Contea are located ...
Confortable pool house in town, 3 min walk to sea
Casa Stella Marina

Casa Stella Marina

Castro
Stay at this vacation home in Castro. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Castro Marina and Cala dell'Acquaviva are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Bellissima settimana in Salento grazie alla casa "Stella Marina" che ha veramente tanti punti di forza: Ha una bellissima vista sul mareUn terrazzo vivibile e frescoLa casa all interno, pur essendo piccolina, è dotata di tutti i comfort.Maria ha un tocco molto personale relativo al design: tutto ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Casa Stella Marina
Marelive - CDSHotels

Marelive - CDSHotels

4 out of 5
Viale Dei Palmizi, snc, Melendugno, LE
Stay at this 4-star residence in Melendugno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Alimini Beach and Baia Dei Turchi ...
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
Very high hidden fees
"Too many high hidden fees for coming across as a Hotel. The director was very kind and polite. The 2 bedrooms villa was poorly designed. We learnt that the resort has been recently taken over by another owner. With did not have an unpleasant stay but I cannot accept fees that sum up to the cost of ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2022

Marelive - CDSHotels
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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