Crotone's appeal rests on its ancient Greek heritage and its position on the Ionian coast. The National Archaeological Museum is an essential first stop before heading out to the ruins at Capo Colonna. The Spanish castle above the old port provides good views and a manageable afternoon. For outdoor activity, the marine protected area around Capo Rizzuto offers snorkelling and diving in some of the clearest water on Italy's Ionian coast.