Lido di Ostia, or Ostia Lido Beach, is accessible from Rome by the Roma-Lido local train on the Metro Line B. Lido means beach in Italian, and Lido di Ostia is one of the most popular Rome beach destinations. That being said, it isn’t the most glamorous, but you’ll get your fair share of sun and sand. Along Ostia's coast, you’ll find beach clubs, pier walks and even dance halls. Ostia is less crowded than other beaches close to Rome and is close to the Ostia Antica ruins, so enjoy a day on the beach and then head off to see one of Rome’s most popular attractions.
Sperlonga is on the Ulysses Coast and can be accessed by a one-hour ride on the metro from Rome. The bright blue water at Sperlonga may be like nothing you’ve ever seen, and the micro sand makes it an ideal sunbathing spot. Sperlonga offers bike rentals, deck chairs with umbrellas and a variety of cafes and bars to cool off in after a day in the sun. Sperlonga was the vacation spot for Emperor Tiberius, and today you can visit the Grotto of Tiberius, an archeological museum, to add a little culture to your day in the sun.
Santa Marinella is a very popular Roman beach destination, so don’t be surprised if the sand is packed with people. Once you get there, you’ll see why it is the ideal sunbathing and swimming location for locals and visitors alike. Santa Marinella is a 45-minute train ride from Rome and offers some of the better seafood restaurants in Italy. Since it’s a resort town, you will have to pay for a cabana, unless you can find a spot on the crowded free beach strip.
This summer-only public beach is 2 miles from Castelfusano. It doesn’t have the same amenities as other beaches close to Rome, but you can still find rentable changing areas, umbrellas and restrooms. Visitors enjoy the secluded feel of this beach, which offers more privacy than other Rome beaches. Getting to the beach takes a little more work, however. Take the Roma-Lido train from the city and then the Bus 061 from the Cristoforo Colombo stop at the end of the Roma-Lido local train line from Rome. Stay on the bus to get to Torvaianica, then walk a little over a mile to the beach. If you have a rental car, this is the ideal beach destination if you want to avoid using public transportation.
