Sun Bay Le Castella

The archaeological site of Capo Colonna (half an hour’s drive) has traces of ancient buildings and one single extant column thought to have belonged to a Greek temple back in the 5th century BC. There’s more to see in the Museo Archeologico di Capo Colonna, including locally excavated statuary. In addition to its long harbour, a popular spot for strolls, Crotone (half an hour) has a pretty town centre with pastel-coloured houses, marble steps and palm trees. The National Archaeological Museum of Crotone exhibits splendid Greek black-and-red pottery, sculptures, jewellery and a remarkably ornate golden crown. Parco divertimenti Douglasia Park (one hour and five minutes) is named after the Douglas firs that dot its landscape and provide welcome shade in the summer. Activities here include archery, horseback rides, a treetop course and paintball; there are also play areas and picnic tables.