OrangeSmile Tours Best destinations around the world - Travel Guide

Sightseeing in Viareggio - what to see. Complete travel guide

Viareggio is a seaside resort that attracted visitors yet in the 12th century and was very popular among the European travellers. Visitors from the EU countries are still the majority of the tourists who visit this place. However, year after year the number of tourists from other countries increases as well, making Viareggio more popular globally. Initially Viareggio had the status of a port city; today this is the largest center of shipbuilding in the country.
The selection of children’s entertainment in Viareggio is simply huge. In summer, the favorite vacation spot for tourists with children is the beach Bagno Maurizio. It is a very … Open
Guests of the city are offered to visit a large number of places of interest, excursions and other routes. Moreover, the city has been chosen as a home place to the Annual Italian Carnival. Attending this miraculous celebration is a true adventure. For several days Viareggio dives into an atmosphere of celebration. You can hear music playing from elsewhere and see local people and tourists enjoying holiday meals and dancing right on the streets of the city.
Visitors, who enjoy extreme sports, usually come to Viareggio to see Alpi Apuane. Alpinists traditionally try to conquer these mountain peaks, from which they can enjoy magnificent looks of the city and its suburbs. Music fans will also find places of interest in Viareggio. They are recommended to visit the city’s suburbs where is located the villa known as the home to a genius composer Giacomo Puccini. Currently the villa is used as a museum, where you will find prizes and premiums of the composer, his hand-written manuscripts and a collection of musical masterpieces. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Rest in restaurants of Viareggio will be liked not only by fans of Tuscan cuisine, but also by fans of various culinary traditions. Romano restaurant provides its visitors with large choice … Open
When tight excursion schedule becomes a little tiring, it’s time to make a pause and have some trouble-free rest on a beach, visit multiple restaurants or walk on shadowy streets of the city. Guests of the city are traditionally amazed by the large number of ancient churches that can be seen during your walk in Viareggio. Actually, there are over a hundred of churches in this city. Viareggio will be a perfect place for family rest. All you need to do is to select the type of entertainments and enjoy wonderful nature, mild climate and beauty of this fantastic old city.
One of the busiest places in the city is the embankment. Its length is more than three kilometers. Here you can see a series of beautiful historical buildings. During the Second World War, this area of ​​the city suffered the least. Now in many luxury buildings with history are located prestigious hotels and restaurants. Also, there is a large selection of shops on the waterfront.
Every year Viareggio hosts a beautiful carnival, which is considered one of the most daring and unforgettable holidays in Italy. For the first time the celebration was organized in 1873. At … Open
One of the most unusual attractions is the ancient marble quarries, whose development began in the Roman era. Here they extracted valuable marble, which was used for finishing the most luxurious buildings. The reserves of marble in these places are among the largest in the world. Even now, the production does not stop. This landmark became available for tourists, relatively recently. Near the quarry, researchers were able to discover many interesting archaeological artifacts.
Among the historical attractions of Viareggio, it is worth noting Villa Bourbon. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful architectural masterpieces of the city. A few years ago, this luxurious villa with an interesting interior decoration was converted into an art museum. Now it regularly hosts exhibitions of famous young painters. Another interesting feature of the elegant mansion is the surrounding extensive garden. A walk through it will give a lot of unforgettable impressions.
Viareggio is rich in architectural and historical monuments. All most important excursion sites are located in the historic district of the city. Here vacationers should visit St. Andrew … Open
The medieval Mathilde’s Tower, which was built in 1534, remains the permanent historical symbol of the city. According to available historical data, earlier on the site of this tower was a large castle. However, in the Middle Ages it was already in ruins. The medieval tower was built from the wreckage of this castle. For many years, it was the main defensive structure in the city. In the 19th century, this tower housed a prison, and today in the building of the medieval tower, exhibitions and other cultural events are often held.
Passeggiando sulla spiaggia One of the most beautiful places in Viareggio is the historical park Pineta Di Ponente. The park was founded in 1747, and was supposed to protect the city from the cold sea wind. For hundreds of years, the charm of the park has only increased. On its territory, there is a beautiful artificial pond with local swans. In the warm season, the park is always adorned with luxurious landscapes.
Viareggio - guide chapters 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

City tours, excursions and tickets in Viareggio and surroundings

Reference information
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Viareggio
♥   Castle 'Matilde Tower' Viareggio, 1.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Pietrasanta Fortress and "Rocca di Sala"' Pietrasanta, 10.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Fort' Forte dei Marmi, 11.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Santa Maria Castle' Vecchiano, 15.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Porcaresi Castle' Villa Basilica, 16.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Viareggio
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Cinque Terre' , 50.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 57.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 122.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Viareggio and around
♥   Art museum 'Camposanto Monumentale' Pisa, 20.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Museo dell Opera del Duomo' Pisa, 20.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Pisa Charterhouse' Pisa, 28.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sights around Viareggio from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'

Vernazza

From the series “Amazing Cities on the Rocks”
The Church of St. Margaret of Antioch is the town's main attraction. Its construction began in the 11th century. It was originally a striking example of the Romanesque style. It was completed with original Baroque elements after reconstruction in the mid-18th century. The palace with galleries is located near the temple. It is considered one of the most luxurious buildings in the town. Some of the old fortification walls and towers of the 16th century have been preserved here. A striking monument from the 17th century is located in the immediate vicinity. This is the Church of St. Francis. Fans of historical sites will be able to walk around the grounds of the Doria Castle. It was built in the 11th century. A magnificent view of the surrounding area opens from its territory. … Read further

Grotta Giusti

From the series “Most Extraordinary Thermaes, Baths and Saunas in the World”
The most unusual variant of pastime will be a rest in the cave, where among stylactites and stalagmites, natural stone terraces with chic recreation areas and wooden sun loungers were equipped. In the grotto is a wonderful thermal lake Limbo. A rest on the shore will also be an unforgettable event. It is also worth noting that since the opening, the Giusti cave is very popular with celebrities. In ancient times Giuseppe Verdi loved to rest here. … Read further
Car rental on OrangeSmile.com Rentals in Viareggio

Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy

New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide. Read this

19.03.2024

Search touristic sites on the map of Viareggio

Address/Sight name City/Region Country Within radius, km
 Types of touristic objects to search for
Hotels & Car rental
Carhire locations
0 star
1 star
2 stars
3 stars
4 stars
5 stars
Touristic places
Art galleries
Churches/Temples
Museums
Castles/Palaces
Monuments
Touristic areas
Sightseeings
Attractions
Attraction parks
Casino
Theaters/Cinema
Disco/Clubs
Parks
Zoo
Aqua parks
Transport
Airports
Train stations
Bus stations
Metro
Parkings
Fuel stations
Ports/Ferries
Open the list of object types
Health/Sport
Open the list of object types
Food/Money
Open the list of object types
Shopping
Open the list of object types
Beauty/Medicine
Open the list of object types
City services
Open the list of object types
Useful services

Sightseeing in regions nearby Viareggio

All about Viareggio, Italy - sightseeings, attractions, touristic spots, architecture, history, culture and cuisine. Prepare your trip together with OrangeSmile.com - find out the 'must see' things in Viareggio, which places to visit, which excursions to take, where the breathtaking views are waiting for you. Planning your trip with this travel guide will help your to get the most out of Viareggio in few days.
OrangeSmile.com - online travel reservation expert providing reliable car rental and hotel booking services. We feature more than 25.000 destinations with 12.000 rental offices and 200.000 hotels worldwide.
Secure Server
Head office
Weegschaalstraat 3, Eindhoven
5632 CW, The Netherlands
+31 40 40 150 44


Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | About us
Copyright © 2002 - OrangeSmile Tours B.V. | OrangeSmile.com | Under the direction and management of IVRA Holding B.V. - Registered at Kamer van Koophandel (KvK), The Netherlands No. 17237018