Slow down in the southwest of Italy! The wonderful sun-kissed region of Calabria is a hidden marvel, brimming with everything you could wish for in a summer holiday. Yet Calabria remains one of Italy’s quieter regions, located right at the toe of the boot-shaped peninsula.

From fabulous beaches, a fascinating world of ancient history dotted in both sleepy villages and archaeological sites, to an epic food and wine scene, and great parks of natural beauty, there truly is something to keep all the family happy in Calabria. Here are our top five things to do in the region.