Location: Viareggio
Top Things to do in Viareggio
What to do and see in Viareggio, Italy: The Best Places and Tips
The main city of the northern Tuscan Riviera area of Versilia, Viareggio began as a medieval fishing village, then later gained renown for its shipbuilding. In the mid-19th century, the town was developed as a seaside resort, which it’s been ever since. Today, the city is loved for its long beaches, pine woods, great shopping and lively nightlife. It’s also home to the famous carnival of Viareggio, dating back to the late 19th century and one of Europe’s most important carnival events.
Restaurants in Viareggio
1. Bagno Maurizio
Overall Ratings
5 based on 303 reviews
Bagno Maurizio is ready to give you a warm welcome. Situated on the charming Promenade of Viareggio, surrounded by excellent cafés, restaurants and shops, the establishment is just a few steps away from the beautiful pinewood of Viareggio and from the main square, Piazza Mazzini. Whether you are visiting the seaside resort of Viareggio for business or pleasure, the establishment provides a friendly and relaxing atmosphere at affordable rates. The private beach of Bagno Maurizio has a 30 meter beach frontage, offering a choice between 3 large tents of 7,5 square meters or classic beach umbrellas. One of the main characteristics of the beach is the amount of free space between umbrellas. Furthermore, the well-defined playground allows children to play in perfect safety.
Reviewed By Blacky14 - Lincoln, United Kingdom
Had been getting a bit disappointed as to getting sunbeds on the Beaches near Viareggio as been quoted €50-€100 for the day for a family of 4!! Read up on TripAdvisor and found this review and emailed Stefano. What a lovely man, he replied straightaway...MoreThank you very much indeed!!!
2. Villa Argentina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By MoiraMumMomo - Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
Decided to visit this house purely because of trip adviser. Beautiful house externally, but we were not allowed to look around inside, despite being very careful to check opening hours/days. 2 staff hanging around, but very unhelpful and rude. Told us in Italian to leave because they weren't open (I think!)
3. Cittadella del Carnevale
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
4. Carnival of Viareggio
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
The Carnevale di Viareggio is a carnival held in the city of Viareggio, Tuscany, Italy. It is one the most popular carnivals in Europe. The tradition of the carnival goes way back to 1873, when the first parade was held. This parade with colorful floats is held on the Viale Regina Margherita and its favorite subjects are caricatures of popular people. The Italians themselves love the Viareggio Carnival and despite the more and more curious tourists, the event holds an authentic Italian character. During the whole month you can enjoy some of the finest Italian culture with colorful night-parties, masked balls, and theater shows.
Reviewed By SHA12311 - Cairo, Egypt
I admittedly have childhood memories of this Carnival having first attended it in the 60's and 70's. It is an annual winter event and one of the most famous of Italy, even if the Venice one has its flare as well. But in the case of Viareggio the satires, cars, impersonations, political messages are well beyond your imagination. There is even a Carnival museum you can visit all year round. Besides the big large cars with satires and world famous characters portrayed you also have street food and fish of all kinds to enjoy in the evenings. Long walks and lots of entertainment. Worth your visit during that time of the year, even if very touristic.
5. L'attesa
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4 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By SHA12311 - Cairo, Egypt
Nice walk, nice scenery, good views, lots of impressive boats and super yachts, this particular port is not just like any port on the coast as it has a history of yachts and super yachts building so there are ship yards especially erected since generations for this purpose with all the feeding industry around them.
6. La Passeggiata
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By JAYCEE9DERBY - DERBY
On a beautiful, sunny day in August the beach is tempting but there really was no place I'd rather have been than idling along La Passeggiata. I had never given thought to the fact that Italian "Liberty" architecture such as the style of La Passeggiata is the same as Art Nouvea but naturally, it's easy to make the connection between the faded glory of these gorgeous sea front buildings and the other examples of this style that I've seen in Vienna and Prague.
You can take your pick of places to eat and drink along with scores of tempting places offering ice cream (or "gelato"). There's a superb range of shops, too.
It's a bit faded like an English seaside resort but in the sunlight it looks rather more glamorous. Having visited Rimini, Naples and Sorrento I very much do like to be beside the Italian seaside in the summer for some reliable warm weather.
La Passeggiata is a "must see" if you are in Viareggio.
7. Centro MATTEUCCI
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Gabriele B - Beveren, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium
A little museum curated by one of the most important experts of figurative art of the nineteen century in Italy. Each thematic exhibition is a chance to come in contact with less-known (but not less marvelous) masterworks of many painters that are dignified enough to adorn the Louvre or the National Gallery.
One would come out with a different perspective over art in the ages surrounding Impressionism.
8. Bagno Teresa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Manuela L - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Bagno Theresa is very clean and very well organizated for beach lovers and also for children, cabins and lavabo; this bagno has a nice piscine; chairs and parasol for rent for a day;Grazie per Aver Recensito il Nostro Lavoro... La Nostra Passione! La Tua Opinione è la Nostra Bussola!
9. Sentiero della Lecciona
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Lukas K - Roztoky, Czech Republic
This is Very pleasant place for running and walking. Through this forest, we shortened the path to the beach. Way 1.5 km long elapsed in the shadows li ke water. On the edge of the woods near the road occasionally meet prostitutes. But, all without problem.
