Blue Grotto and Cavoli
Situated between Cavoli beach and Colle Palombaia, this stunning marine cave known as the Blue Grotto is famed for the crystal-clear waters and the mesmerizing blue light and reflections that dance along its inner walls.
Accessible only by sea, it offers a truly unique experience, allowing visitors to swim within its spacious interior, snorkel, and explore it by small boats. You can also dive from the nearby rocks, which vary in height, adding an extra thrill to your visit.
Located within the municipality of Marciana, it features crystal-clear waters where imposing granite cliffs dramatically descendreach downa narrow panoramic path leads to the beach ofthe fine Cotoncello sand.CURIOSITYTo avoid the summer crowds, you can relax comfortably on the softrocksdarea.
Fun Fact #1
Its official name is the “Sea Cave,” but it’s popularly known as the Blue Grotto due to the striking deep blue light that fills the interior.
Cavoli beach is among the island’s favourites, renowned for its unique quartz sand grains that shimmer beautifully and don’t stick to the skin.
This stunning bay is just a five-kilometre drive from the town of Marina di Campo towards Marciana Marina. It’s considered the island’s trendiest beach, popular with young visitors even outside the high season, when the sun still shines warmly.
Interesting fact #2
Cavoli was once an important site for granite quarrying and transport. In fact, its name derives from “Cavili,” referring to the large, square slabs of granite that were extracted from the local quarries.
