Tropea Old Town Travel Guide
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Visit Tropea Old Town
Popular places to visit

Norman Cathedral
Look for a revered Byzantine icon of the town’s patron saint, Madonna of Romania, as well as two unexploded World War II bombs in this centuries-old cathedral.

View of the Corso
Learn about the local history of Tropea with a stop at View of the Corso.

Diocesan Museum
See religious themed sculptures, frescoes and reliquary busts as well as exhibits covering ancient burial practices in this ecclesiastical museum.

Santa Maria dell'Isola Monastery
Sitting high on a chunk of rock jutting out into the sea, this iconic medieval-style monastery is an icon of the town of Tropea.

Port of Tropea
Dock your boat at Tropea’s main harbor, which has space for about 450 boats of varying sizes as well as lots of useful amenities.

Palombaro Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Palombaro Cave during your travels in Tropea. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do

Tropea: Capo Vaticano Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Aperitif

Boat tour Tropea Capo Vaticano aperitif and snorkeling afternoon

Tropea Capo Vaticano boat morning tour snorkeling aperitif

Boat tour Tropea Capo Vaticano with aperitif snorkeling morning
Top hotels in Tropea Old Town

La Dolce Vita a Tropea
"Five stars do not do this hotel justice, a small boutique hotel tucked away in a busy part of Tropea, location was great and the view from the terrace over Tropea beach was incredible, sunset aperitivo is a must. However, the best part of our stay was the customer service, it is the best experience ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Blu Tropea Maison B&B
"The property was absolutely the best! The room was clean and Ornella was always available to our needs. She was always checking on us to be sure we had everything we need it since the time we arrived to the moment we had to leave. Great location, right in the middle of shops and restaurants. And ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Palazzo Mottola Tropea
"It was lovely. Breakfast terrace overlooking the beach. Breakfast was good - not great. Service was wonderful. Location right in town but quiet enough."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Radici Tropea
"The property is in a nice square that doubles as a restaurant at night. The unit itself is nice however the shower is odd as there is no door and the drain doesn’t not allow for the water to drain fast as you shower so there is always spill over. Our kettle also did not work. Otherwise the stay was ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Residenza Cardinale
"Grande Isabella. Thanks for all"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Tropis Hotel
"Staff were very polite and helpful. Clean room, good breakfast. Overall very good value."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026


