Plizio Visual Lab

Diamante

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

City

—°2

ℹ️

Practical info — Diamante

▾

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Get lost in the alleys of the old town to admire the more than 300 murals (Murales).
Visit the city in September for the famous Peperoncino Festival, but be prepared for large crowds.
Walk along the Lungomare vecchio, which sits above the sea like a balcony.
Rent a boat to circle the small Cirella Island and snorkel in its crystal-clear waters.
Try the local products made from Cedro (citron), a citrus fruit that thrives almost exclusively in this region.

🍽 Food

🍽

Pasta all'Andrea

Pasta with plenty of chili, anchovies, and breadcrumbs, the spicy soul of Calabria.

🍽

Cedro Cake

A refreshing pastry made from the local citron, often found in the pastry shops in the center.

🍽

Nduja

The famous spreadable spicy salami, which serves as a base for almost every dish here.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

🛍

Peperoncino Shops

Specialty shops in the old town sell everything from dried chilies to spicy oils.

🛍

Cedro Products

Buy candied fruits or the famous liqueur directly in the shops on Via Vittorio Emanuele.

🧘

Cirella Ruins

Located just outside Diamante, this site provides ancient history and deep silence.

🧘

Rocky beach at the northern end

Away from the managed beaches, you'll find quiet spots for sunbathing among the rocks.

Diamante, frequently referred to as the pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea, is a fascinating coastal town located in the sun-drenched region of Calabria. The town has achieved worldwide fame for its bustling street art featuring over 200 colorful murals in the historic center, and as the undisputed capital of the spicy Calabrian chili pepper (peperoncino). The crystal-clear waters and dramatic cliffs make this coastline an absolute dream destination. The most highly regarded bathing spots include Lo Squalo, the lively Lido Alabama, and the easy on the eye Lido La Voce del Mare, all boasting fine sand and excellent seaside infrastructure. The local cuisine is heavily influenced by fresh seafood and the region's signature spiciness; fresh swordfish and spreadable nduja sausage are absolute culinary highlights. Another great attraction is the nearby small island of Cirella, which is well-suited for scenic boat trips. Diamante perfectly combines authentic Southern Italian tradition with an unforgettable beach holiday.