What to do and see in Elba Island, Tuscany: The Best Outdoor Activities

July 31, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

Best known as the site of Napoleon’s exile, Elba’s long history stretches back to pre-Roman times, when it was settled by Ligures and then Etruscans. It’s Tuscany’s biggest island and Italy’s third-largest, offering a great mix of options both cultural (like hilltop towns and castles) and recreational (like hiking, biking, swimming, diving and beaching). There’s an airport at Marina di Campo, but most arrive by ferry from Piombino to Portoferraio (the biggest town), Rio Marina or Porto Azzurro.
Restaurants in Elba Island

1. Capo Stella

Lacona, Capoliveri, Elba Island Italy
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 15 reviews

Capo Stella

2. Pantarei Beach Punto 4

Via Fetovaia, 57034 Marina di Campo, Elba Island Italy +39 340 576 9470 https://www.facebook.com/Fetovaia-pantarei-beach-483501828654028/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

Pantarei Beach Punto 4

3. Walking trail to Spiaggia della Biodola

Departing From Town Centre, Procchio, Marciana, Elba Island Italy
Excellent
44%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 84 reviews

Walking trail to Spiaggia della Biodola

4. Spiaggia di Cavoli

57034 Seccheto, Elba Island Italy http://www.ilconvio.com
Excellent
54%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,703 reviews

Spiaggia di Cavoli

5. G.T.E. (Grande Traversata Elbana)

Elba Island Italy http://www.isoladelba.ca/itinerari/grande_traversata_elbana/
Excellent
46%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

G.T.E. (Grande Traversata Elbana)

6. Spiaggia di Capo Bianco

Portoferraio, Elba Island Italy
Excellent
58%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,383 reviews

Spiaggia di Capo Bianco

7. Spiaggia di Sansone

Bivio Enfola, Viticcio, Portoferraio, Elba Island Italy http://www.virtualelba.it/spiagge/10-sansone.htm
Excellent
68%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,219 reviews

Spiaggia di Sansone

Reviewed By baby_Kati - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

I’m just in love with “ Spiaggia di Sansone” Pure water, amazing view and just beautiful place ????I saw a hundred fish ???? near me. Just near you can find snack bar & shower that nice if you stay on the beach ???? whole day. For me it’s one of the best beaches in Elba.

8. Spiaggia di Barabarca

Localita' Barabarca, Capoliveri, Elba Island Italy
Excellent
44%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 595 reviews

Spiaggia di Barabarca

9. Spiaggia di Terranera

57036 Porto Azzurro, Elba Island Italy
Excellent
40%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 131 reviews

Spiaggia di Terranera

Reviewed By F4800DZpaolop - Florence, Italy

Spiaggia di terranera is a curious place where a small lake lays close to a beach, where in old times iron mines used to work minerals.... shining and black sand is the most unique feature of this beach, reachable 5 minutes easy walk from the car park. Access to seawater is not so comfortable, but water is crystal clear and you can see octopus, squid, starfish.... Really a beautiful place!!

10. Spiaggia di Cotoncello

Marciana, Elba Island Italy
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 77 reviews

Spiaggia di Cotoncello

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