Culture and Attractions
- Local Heritage
- Bergamot production (90% of global production occurs here)
- Must-See Landmarks
- Bronzi di Riace (Riace Bronzes) at the National Museum
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria (MArRC)
- Historical Sites
- Castello Aragonese (Aragonese Castle)
- Religious Sites
- Cattedrale di Maria Santissima Assunta (Duomo)
- Annual Events
- Festa di Madonna della Consolazione (September)
- Cultural Districts
- Centro Storico (Historical Center)
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Francesco Cilea
- Local Markets
- Mercato del Venerdì (Friday Market) near the Stadium
- Music Scene
- Live jazz and blues at Malavenda Cafè
- Street Art
- Rabarama Statues along the Lungomare
- Cooking Classes
- Calabrian Cooking Experience (held in local agriturismos)
- Art Galleries
- Pinacoteca Civica di Reggio Calabria
- Historic Buildings
- Villa Zerbi (Venetian-Gothic style)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Aspromonte National Park (Gambarie, 45 mins away)
- National Parks Nearby
- Parco Nazionale dell'Aspromonte
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Lungomare Falcomatà (Italy's most beautiful kilometer)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Piazza Indipendenza (Views of Sicily and Mt. Etna)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Strait of Messina (Major migration corridor)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Specifically designated areas on Pentimele beach (Check local seasonal bans)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Poste Italiane, BRT (Bartolini), GLS
- Tech Repair Services
- iRiparo Reggio Calabria (Via Roma)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Centro Sportivo Mirabella
- Language Classes
- Dante Alighieri Society Reggio Calabria
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Comunale Pietro De Nava
- Community Centers
- Officina dell'Arte
- Gaming Lounges
- Red Star Gaming Center
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Admiral Gaming Network (Viale Calabria)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €64,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,100 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €44,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €1,450 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €87,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €950 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €57,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €1,350 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €108,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €850 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €68,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 24% (IRES) + approx. 3.9% (IRAP)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 26%
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 43% (plus local surtaxes)
- VAT
- 22% standard rate
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to low-tax jurisdictions
- Property Tax
- IMU (approx. 0.76% - 1.06%, exempt for primary residence except luxury)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 2% for first homes, 9% for second homes registration tax
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Italy Digital Nomad Visa / Remote Worker Tax Break (up to 70-90% income exemption for 5 years)
Essentials
- City
- Reggio Calabria, Calabria, Italy
- Population
- Approx. 180,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 65 Mbps (Fiber available in city center)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include Intesa Sanpaolo and UniCredit
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, though locals often prefer bottled water for taste
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F/L sockets
- SIM Card
- TIM, Vodafone, WindTre (Approx. €15-€25/month for 100GB+)
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut, Wise, or Fineco Bank for local IBAN
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Subito.it, or local agencies like SoloAffitti
- Cashless Friendly
- Mostly; cards accepted in shops, but carry cash for small bars/markets
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com (Reggio Calabria City Centre)
- Budget Accommodation
- B&B Degli Ottimati (approx. €45/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Lungomare Falcomatà and Corso Garibaldi (City Center)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Via Marina or Santa Caterina for quieter residential vibes with fiber optic
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Nidaba Coworking (Via Nazionale Pentimele, approx. €15/day)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Caffè dell'Opera (Via Garibaldi) - high ceilings and decent Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Startup Calabria meetups and local university (UNIRC) tech seminars
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Reggio Calabria or 'Expats in Calabria' Facebook Group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Free Now (Taxis). No Uber/Bolt standard service.
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- E-scooter rentals via BIT Mobility or Dott (approx. €0.20/min)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Lido Comunale (City) or Scilla (25 mins by train)
- Top Regional Airline
- ITA Airways
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair (Flying into Lamezia Terme SUF or Reggio Aeroporto REG)
- Highway Access
- A2 'Autostrada del Mediterraneo' connects to Salerno/Naples
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Stazione Reggio di Calabria Centrale
- Public Transport Passes
- ATAM passes (€1.50 single, €35 monthly)
- Regional Travel
- Trenitalia (Regional trains) and Liberty Lines (Hydrofoils to Sicily)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Grande Ospedale Metropolitano 'Bianchi Melacrino Morelli'
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Centro Yoga Reggio Calabria (Via Torrione)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Sporting Club (Via Gebbione, approx. €50/month)
- Laundry Services
- Lavanderia Self-Service 'Bolle di Sapone' (Via Roma)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo, JustEat, Deliveroo
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Pasta alla Norma or Bergamot-flavored Gelato
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Sapurì (Piazza Duomo) - Excellent local produce salads
- Best Dessert Spots
- Gelateria Cesare (Green kiosk on the Lungomare) - Award winning
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercato Coperto di Via Filippini (Fresh produce)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.it, eBay.it
- Grocery Delivery
- Everli or Conad Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Via Marina (Lungomare) summer lidos and bars
- Local Brewery
- Birrificio Reggino (Craft beers)
- Wine Bars
- Enoteca della Strada del Vino (Corso Garibaldi)
- Street Food Stalls
- Cibo di Strada (Arancini and Scacciata near the station)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Kairos (Japanese Fusion, Via Zecca)