Greece vs. Italy: Where Will You Find the Best Beaches, Food, and Views?

Italy may have fewer islands, but it delivers something Greece doesn’t: iconic coastal style. Italian beaches come with a vibe — colorful umbrellas in perfect rows, glamorous beach clubs, Aperol spritz in hand, and seaside promenades buzzing with life.

Italian coastal landscapes, however, are where the country truly shines. Think:

• The vertical cliffs of the Amalfi Coast

• The jewel-toned coves of Sardinia

• The pastel fishing villages of Cinque Terre

• The wide sandy stretches of Puglia

Sardinia, in particular, offers beaches that rival the Caribbean, with shallow emerald waters and soft-as-powder sand.

Verdict:

• For natural, untouched, cinematic beaches → Greece wins.

• For glamour, beach clubs, dramatic coastlines → Italy takes it.