Cervia

Cervia is all about the simple pleasures, from casual souvenir shopping and munching on fresh seafood, to basking on the spacious golden beach. The family hotspot is home to a handful of attractions too, including the quaint Cervia Cathedral, which dates back to 1699, the Museum of Salt, which details the city's past, and Piazza Garibaldi – the city's main square.

Centered on a fountain, the square is dotted with cafes, and provides a peaceful spot to people watch. If you want to take it up a notch, then head to neighboring Milano Marittima, for designer boutiques, trendy restaurants, and hip nightspots aplenty.