If you are looking to caravan or camp outside of the UK, then caravan parks in Italy are the perfect choice.

With lots of 4 star and 5 star caravan parks in Italy you are assured of find superb accommodation including static caravans, mobile homes, holiday lodges, chalets and camping.

What's more the facilities on the caravan parks in Italy mean that they are perfect for active holidays, a comfortable base to explore the area or the perfect place to chill out.

Barco Reale at Lamporecchio

Caravan parks in Tuscany

Set on a steep Tuscan hilltop, close to the medieval town of Pistoia, it also offers spectacular views of the countryside that surrounds it. The park has two lovely pools with a grassed area for sunbathing and a bar and restaurant with a terrace. The pizza and pasta here are so good that even the locals eat here. This is a super base when you want to sample the authentic Tuscan lifestyle, with gems like the cities of Florence and Lucca within easy reach, not to mention Pisa, with its famous leaning tower. Excursions are also arranged by the park in high season.

Pra delle Torri at Caorle

Caravan parks in Venetian Riviera

There are plenty of bars and eateries to choose from within the Pra Delle Torri holiday park but nearby Santa Margherita has all the character of an authentic Venetian fishing village and further up the coast Caorle boasts bars and trattorias to suit every taste. Plus with romantic Venice in the vicinity, it's hard to imagine a more impressive campsite.

Bella Sardinia at Oristano

Caravan parks in Sardinia

This park in Sardinia has direct access to a long, wide beach as well as being situated in in a beautiful pine forest - what a location! It's not all about the beach, Bella Sardinia is also packed with facilities including a pool complex with a waterslide and supervised kids? pool. On park activities include tennis, horse riding, a games room, bouncy castle and cycle hire. During the main season there is family entertainment including kids? club and disco, aqua gym, karaoke sports tournaments and talent competitions. For those wanting something more relaxing try the poolside bar or dinner in the pizzeria restaurant that overlooks the play area.

Pinin Family Park at Rome

Caravan parks in Rome

Enveloped in the easy pace and splendid scenery of the Tiber Valley is the impressive Family Park I Pini. Let mascot Elfy and his team entertain the troops whilst you relax by the fabulous lagoon pool and plan your day around the unmissable sights of majestic Rome. There's tennis and table tennis on site, along with a swimming pool for youngsters and one for grown-ups. The restaurant/pizzeria and snack bar take the effort out of meal planning. And evening entertainment includes regular live music in high season. The 'Eternal City' of Rome is just 25 miles away - a non-stop rush hour of unmissable sights, chic shops and stylish caf?s.

Norcenni Girasole Club at Figline Valdarno

Caravan parks in Tuscany

Norcenni Girasole Club is a steeply terraced park with some fairly high pitches; it therefore enjoys panoramic views of the rolling Tuscan hills that surround it. There is always something to do here, from relaxing in the terrace bar to plunging into the large pool with its exciting water slide or you may prefer to use the superb spa complex with sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, gym and massage. For energetic families there are games, competitions, cookery courses and even an underground disco (in high season). The park's location between the beautiful old cities of Florence and Siena mean the park owners can organise low cost excursions that make it easy for you to enjoy the delights of Tuscany.

La Rocca at Del Garda

Caravan parks in Italian Lakes

With boats as frequent as buses you can relax and enjoy the magnificent sights with someone else doing the work. The campsite has a lovely open feel with pleasant, grassy pitches. There's also plenty to do on site with tennis courts, table tennis and swimming pools for all the family, as well as organised activities during the high season. The pebbly lake beach is ideal to soak up the sun or try out canoeing. The nearby villages of Moniga and Manerba are really most attractive but the regular boat trips available from nearby Desenzano are definitely the best way to see most of the pretty lakeside villages.

Lido Camping Village at Lake Bolsena

Caravan parks in Tuscany

Recently voted the cleanest in Italy, Lake Bolsena is a national treasure, ideal for swimming, windsurfing, sunbathing or simply walking around. The park is attractively laid out with facilities which include a lakeside restaurant with outside terrace, where weekend discos are held in high season; as well as a new sports complex. Beyond the park, the town of Bolsena is a pleasant 2km stroll away, while for the more adventurous, the eternal city of Rome is just 100km from the park. Florence, Siena, Perugia and Assisi are within easy reach for day trips.

Camping Cisano San Vito at Lake Garda

Caravan parks in Italian Lakes

The fantastic pool complex offers two swimming pools, a children's pool and two small waterslides. The grassy pitches are ideal for relaxing with a cooling glass of local wine. There is plenty to keep the whole family amused, including sports activities organised by the campsite staff. Head to the lakeside beach (direct access from site) and enjoy canoeing, water skiing or windsurfing, before relaxing over a meal at the welcoming restaurant. The site is split by two roads, with an underpass and roadside attendants for pedestrians.

Cisano at Bardolino

Caravan parks in Lake Garda

Cisano San Vito campsite is the combination of two individual villages with the beach, shop and restaurant located on Cisano and the sports offerings over the road at San Vito. A short stroll away along the attractive lakeside promenade is the village of Cisano with its caf?s and restaurants and essential boat station for carefree cruising around Lake Garda's most attractive towns such as Bardolino and Lazise.

Marina di Venezia at Punta Sabbioni

Caravan parks in Venetian Riviera

Hemmed by a broad sweep of sandy beach which gently shelves into the sea, encircled by the fresh-scented shadows of tall pines, and within easy reach of sightseeing in splendid Venice, the location of this lively park leaves nothing to chance. Its fine facilities are equally well planned, forming a resort village in itself. The waterpark is something else!

Norcenni Girasole Club at Figline Valdarno

Caravan parks in Tuscany

Set in scenic countryside, Norcenni Girasole Club boasts two swimming pools, two spa baths, a lazy river ride and plenty of outdoor activities including bicycle hire. With a couple of games rooms, regular evening entertainment, and the sights of Florence and Siena on the doorstep, there's something for all the family.

Camping Norcenni Girasole Club at Florence

Caravan parks in Tuscany

Although Camping Norcenni Girasole Club is a large site, it has a feeling of intimacy with the pitches arranged in a series of terraces down the steep hillside. Mature trees and green hedges line the roads, providing shade from the warm sun. This is a lively site with first class facilities. Life here centres around the main square where you will find the restaurants and bar, located in converted farm buildings. Children will have hours of fun at the two pool complexes, complete with waterslides, while teenagers will enjoy the excellent animations programme and regular discos. The site also has its own fully equipped fitness centre including a Turkish bath.

Marina di Venezia at Punta Sabbioni

Caravan parks in Adriatic Coast

The swimming pool complex is very popular and contains an Olympic-sized swimming pool, large children's pool and water slides. Bars, restaurants and shops are situated along the promenade some distance from the holiday accommodation, there really is something for everyone. From the beginning of June, the park entertainment organises a variety of activities with evening entertainment for all the family. With many pitches situated in beautiful woodland, this is a great place to relax, as well as offering plenty of activities for the more energetic. The park's stunning beach has direct access and there is a convenient bus link to Punta Sabbioni, where you can take a boat to Venice.

Ville Degli Uliviv at Elba

Caravan parks in Corsica

Ville Degli Ulivi is for you if you love the beach and water sports with the shimmering blue waters of the Mediterranean on its doorstep. There's even a diving school, where equipment can be hired and boat trips booked to the island's many diving sites. On the park there is an excellent pool complex including watersides but if you prefer the shade most pitches have fragrant olive and pines trees along with colourful flowers. In high season there is entertainment for all the family to enjoy with a typical Italian atmosphere. Off the park the small working harbour of Marina di Campo is well worth visiting, and if you drive to the mountains you can enjoy superb views of the island.

Fornella at Lake Garda

Caravan parks in Italian Lakes

Popular with young families, Fornella is a friendly, family-run park with English speaking owners. Providing the perfect setting for drinks and meals the excellent restaurant, bar and pizzeria overlooks the lake, the park also has two good pools, including a children's pool. Set alongside an olive grove, this is a superb park for enjoying the lake; bathe in its cool waters or simply relax and soak up the sun. A short drive away you will San Felice del Benaco or if you prefer 'Gardaland', a superb fun park which is ideal for the whole family is a little further to drive.

Altomincio Family Park at Lake Garda

Caravan parks in Italian Lakes

Amazing swimming pools with superb slides provide fun for all the family, plus there's also a cinema and various sport and playing fields. Why not enjoy the Italian lifestyle to its fullest and have a delicious cappuccino by the restaurant at the start of the day and then enjoy a freshly baked pizza as the sun goes down. Enjoy some of the many day time activities on offer or just laze about and soak up the sunshine. Only 7kms away you will find beautiful Lake Garda, which is great for hours of swimming and sunbathing, as well as lots of spectacular water attractions. The beautiful town of Peschiera is not too far away or take the train to Verona or slightly further to the beautiful city of Venice.

Vigna Sul Mar at Lido di Pomposa

Caravan parks in Adriatic Coast

At the southern end of the Venetian lagoon lies Lido di Pomposa amongst a coastal strip of resorts with fine beaches and a laid back holiday atmosphere. Enjoy lazy days at the pool or the beach, there are play grounds and a five a side football pitch for an energy burst when the time comes. Venice's glory is within striking distance but regional delights like Ravenna, San Marino and the Po River delta are closer attractions for an alternative but authentic Italian adventure.

Spiaggia E Mare at Porto Garibaldi

Caravan parks in Adriatic Coast

Enjoying a delightful location on the shores of the Adriatic, Spiaggia e Mare offers you the choice of a private sandy beach or a lovely pool to relax next to. The parc is well run and the owners like to keep it immaculate, so it's a very attractive place to come and relax. However, there are plenty of activities available here too, from football and tennis to watersports, plus a good programme of animation and evening entertainment. There is also a restaurant, pizzeria, take-away and bar - plus a beach bar for those long, lazy days. Both Ferrara and Ravenna are within easy reach, and the parc runs regular trips to Venice, just two hours away by boat and bus. Should you prefer to leave your car at home, both Forli and Bologna airports are nearby.

Parco delle Piscine at Sarteano

Caravan parks in Tuscany

In the small town of Sarteano, with its medieval hilltop castle, Parco delle Piscine is absolutely first class and set within a parkland area of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside. The swimming pools and children's pool are fed by running thermal spring water at a constant 24 Celsius; one pool is exclusive to the park guests and is open from the end of June, whereas the other two are open to the public. This park has proven to be immensely popular where you will find tennis courts and a pool bar that is perfect for long, relaxing evenings. The location of the park makes many of Italy's most important historical sights easy to access and your holiday wouldn't be complete without a visit to the spas at Chianciano, San Casciano or San Filippo.

Camping le Capanne at Bibbona

Caravan parks in Tuscany

Camping le Capanne is an excellent choice for a relaxing family holiday. Ideally located in the heart of Tuscany, just a mile from the nearest beach, life here centres around the ivy clad bar and restaurant, housed in a converted Tuscan barn. Welcome shade is provided by tall pine, olive and eucalyptus trees, or you can cool off in the lagoon style pool. Surrounded by a large, grassy sunbathing area and with a hidden waterslide, it is sure to be a hit. There is a wealth of activities available on site, from a popular soccer school and children's club for the little ones, to exercise classes and entertainment for the whole family. While the nearby road and railway line make this an ideal base from which to explore.