© iStock/RudyBalasko Saved Save Europe • Continents Diving in Italy * 248 Dive Sites234 Dive Centers4 Job Offers Italy is the 4th most populated member of the European Union with over 60 million people. It had the eighth largest economy in the world today and ranks as the 6th richest nation in the world. Italy consists of 20 separate regions, five of which have certain levels of autonomous governing authority. It is also known for its beautiful, temperate Mediterranean climate. Show More Travel Information for Italy Power Plug Type:C, F, L Payment Method:VISA, MC, AMEX, DC Airports:BRI, CAG, CIA, FCO Currency:EUR Dial Code:+39 Language:it Electricity:230 V / 50 Hz Timezone:UTC+01:00 Network Provider:Fastweb SpA, TIM, Vodafone Popular Destinations © iStock/FilippoBacci Tuscany 114 Dive Sites • 29 Centers Toscana, also known as Tuscany in many parts of the world, is an area that is located on the west coast of the Italian peninsula. Italy © iStock/CAHKT Sardinia 49 Dive Sites • 18 Centers Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean and some say it has the best diving in Italy. Italy © iStock/emicristea Apulia 65 Dive Sites • 12 Centers In Apulia, you will be diving in crystal clear water an enjoying nearly 40 different pristine dive sites Italy Show More Back Popular Destinations © iStock/FilippoBacci Tuscany 114 Dive Sites • 29 Centers Toscana, also known as Tuscany in many parts of the world, is an area that is located on the west coast of the Italian peninsula. Italy © iStock/CAHKT Sardinia 49 Dive Sites • 18 Centers Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean and some say it has the best diving in Italy. Italy © iStock/emicristea Apulia 65 Dive Sites • 12 Centers In Apulia, you will be diving in crystal clear water an enjoying nearly 40 different pristine dive sites Italy © AdobeStock/Daniel Smolcic Calabria 11 Dive Sites • 2 Centers If you like the idea of diving reefs, caves and vertical cliffs and exploring amazing wrecks, then Calabria is the place to go in Italy. Italy © iStock/DieterMeyrl Liguria 45 Dive Sites • 16 Centers Liguria is the heart of the Italian diving scene thanks to the rocky cliffs that plunge into the waters and become fascinating canyons to explore. Italy © iStock/RudyBalasko Campania 33 Dive Sites • 3 Centers The Campania region is fringed by beautiful beaches and is dotted with two islands, Capri and Phlegraean and is even home to an underwater archeological park. Italy © iStock/VanSky Sicily 57 Dive Sites • 25 Centers Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, separated from Italy by the Strait of Messina and a treat for divers. Italy © Mares Portofino 11 Dive Sites • 3 Centers Portofino is a world-famous town known as the birthplace of Italian diving. Italy © Mares Arenzano Arenzano is known to have great shipwrecks to explore and the surrounding seas have been a very active port for the city of Gerona for a very long time. Italy © Mares Western Coast of Liguria 19 Dive Sites • 5 Centers On the quieter western coast of Liguria, you can find a much less crowded diving experience than you will in the major diving hub of Portofino. Italy © Scubapro Argentario coast 14 Dive Sites • 3 Centers the Argentario coast itself has many great diving options to offer in its own right. Italy © Scubapro Giglio and Giannutri Islands 16 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Giglio and Giannutri Islands offer a glimpse of undisturbed biodiversity as scuba diving is the only permitted activity in this location. Italy © Scubapro Isola d’Elba 34 Dive Sites • 15 Centers Isola d’Elba is a great tourist destination with lots of shops and restaurants and 150 beaches to explore. Italy © Aqualung Pianosa Island Pianosa Island is a very unique area for divers to explore. Italy © Aqualung Marine Protected Area La Maddalena 9 Dive Sites • 6 Centers The Archipelago of La Maddalena contains a number of mostly unpopulated islands and islets and has over 30 dive sites in this area. Italy © Mares Area Marina Protetta di Tavolara 1 Dive Sites • 1 Centers Tavolara marine protected area is an incredibly fertile ecosystem with a great variance of marine life. Italy © Mares Area Marina Protetta di Capo Carbonara 7 Dive Sites • 3 Centers The Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area includes great coral formations and many caves with the marine life that goes along with both. Italy © Mares Scilla and Costa Viola 4 Dive Sites Costa Viola is a stretch of coastline in Reggio Calabria where the waters lead to the Aeolian Islands. Italy © Mares Tremiti Archipelago 19 Dive Sites • 2 Centers Tremiti Archipelago is not the most well-known archipelago in the region, so it offers an uncrowded diving experience. Italy © Mares Marine Protected Area Isole Pelagie - Lampedusa and Linosa 4 Dive Sites This protected marine area is made up of three islands, with two of them, Lampedusa and Linosa being great places to explore and dive at. Italy © Scubapro Sicily Volcano 2 Centers Sicily is still an incredibly popular diving location that is known for its crystal-clear waters and amazing visibility levels Italy Featured Training Centers Instructor Training CenterJOLLY ROGERS W.S.E.Instructor Training CenterBorgo Marina Diving a.s.d.Instructor Training CenterINCANTOBLU ASDSCUOLA SUB FIRENZESCUBA TORTUGA S.S.D. A R.L.LA TRIBU DIVING ACADEMYDive Blu Diving CenterLE CAVALLETTE DIVING SNCAjòó dive!DIVING CENTER SARACEN FAVIGNANA This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Dive Sites in Italy Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. The dive spots and related content on MyDiveGuide are provided for informational and promotional purposes only. This information, including user-generated content, is not definitive advice or recommendations. Divers are fully responsible for planning their dives, ensuring adequate safety equipment, verifying diving permissions, and complying with local laws and regulations. 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