City: Corsica
Top Things to do in Corsica
What to do and see in Corsica, France: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
Corsica is a laid-back French island, with a breezy vibe that’s part European weekend and part tropical honeymoon. The port city of Bastia flings its arms wide open to weary travelers disembarking from a long ferry trip. For a truly charming Corsican experience, catch a train through the mountains to the beach, passing by rustic villages and grazing cows along the way. Take a few hours or even a few weeks to explore the island’s famous walking trails, including the varsity-level GR 20.
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1. Nature Reserve of Scandola
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5.0 based on 569 reviews
Reviewed By ChristieK075 - London, United Kingdom
A boat trip to Scandola and the Calanques de Piana reserve is a must if you have time while in Corsica - the mountainous formations really are spectacular. On choosing the tour... - The sea can get a bit rough (nothing much though), so larger boats might go easier on sensitive people - Check the larger boats as some are not ideal for sightseeing with block-view seats, especially in a 4.5 hrs tour (= Hybrid brand). If you must take them, try to arrive early and go for the upper deck seats - The smaller boats will offer a more unfiltered experience with the sea and mountains - just make sure to take a hat & sunblock - The stop at Girandola seemed rather pointless, and Calanques de Piana was the most impressive part, so if you are pressed for time, just go for the Calanques tour (ca. 1.5 hrs) If you don't like boats, you can still try the drive through the Piana gorges - the naked mountains look majestic, bathed in the warm sunshine while contrasting with the deep blue sea.... one of those sighs of mother-nature that will stay with you. Yes, you will have to be very careful with nutty French drivers, but hey, nothing is perfect.
2. Musee Prive Guy Savelli
3. Galeria Marina
4. D81
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5.0 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By roxannep646
Incredible way to view Corsica’s beautiful landscapes - see everything from the beautiful blue sea, the the lush greenery, and the breathtaking rocky cliffs.
5. Naporama
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5.0 based on 60 reviews
6. Gorges de la Restonica
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4.5 based on 583 reviews
This forest is a popular destination for cyclists and hikers.
Reviewed By nofla - Corsica, France
Swim in the natural pools in fresh spring water in quiet natural enviroment in hot summer days are so refreshing and energized.
7. Foret d'Aitone
8. Gorges de Spelunca
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Domkoppie - South Africa, null
At 7:30am this road from Porto to Ota and then on towards Evisa, was absolutely beautiful. The scale of the valley and the mountains is a humbling experience. Although Ota is far away from all the activities of Porto, I think it is absolutely spectacular up there, and would have loved to sleep over there instead of in the busy, boring buildings of Porto. The road takes time to do too, as it is very winding to negotiate. Once past Ota, the road becomes even narrower in places, and rather precarious too. Fortunately, in late June, we encountered no oncoming traffic between 7:00am - 9:00am. The only obstacles in our rugged path were a number of goats, who seemed totally unphased by us. I enjoyed this drive much more than the Calanques de Piana drive, maybe because there was no one else when we visited whereas the Piana road was packed with cars and tourists.
9. Desert des Agriates
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4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By Jasmine38Chichester - Chichester, United Kingdom
We took a one way boat to Plage du Loto from St Florent. 12 euro with Le Popeye. Took 20 mins. We then walked back along the costal path. We're reasonable hikers and took us 3. 45 hours. It's about 10 miles. Not too difficult but some ups and downs and pretty hot as almost no shade. Plage du Loto is beautiful but there are several others that are just as nice and not as crowded along the way. There is one area where you have to paddle across a small inlet up to your knees. No facilities on the walk so take plenty of water and some snacks. Lovely walk except last couple of miles along a very narrow bit of seaweed covered beach and then along the main road.
10. Plage de Saleccia
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