Bibbona is an excellent base for exploring Tuscan art cities and islands.
Only 50 minutes by car is the beautiful Volterra, where the history of several centuries has merged with the city and the surrounding nature. Volterra was one of the main city states of ancient Tuscany, and its historic center is of Etruscan origin, with the Porta dell’Arco, the Porta Diana, most of the city walls and the Acropolis, where you can still see the foundations of two temples and various buildings. There are also Roman ruins and medieval buildings such as the Palazzo dei Priori, the Medici Fortress and the Cathedral. The latter was built between the twelfth and thirteenth centuries; the interior was restored in the nineteenth century, while the bell tower dates back to 1400. The baptistery, located in front of the Duomo, was built in the middle of 1200.
From Bibbona it is easy to reach the city that houses the most famous leaning tower in the world: Pisa. One of the ancient maritime republics, Pisa offers an invaluable artistic and historical heritage. One of the most famous places is certainly the Piazza dei Miracoli, where, in a huge green lawn surrounded by walls, there are the Duomo, the Baptistery, the Monumental Cemetery and the famous Tower of Pisa. There are many palaces, churches, villas and bridges to see, and many are the little known places to discover, such as the mural Tuttomondo by Keith Haring, a contemporary pearl offered by this city.
Another destination not to be missed is the magnificent Florence. World Heritage and birthplace of the Renaissance, it is still today recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Don’t miss the famous Piazza della Signoria, with the Palazzo Vecchio and the nearby Uffizi Gallery. The Accademia Gallery, which houses the famous David by Michelangelo, and the Pitti Palace are other must-sees. Florence also offers shopping opportunities, literary cafes, boutiques, great restaurants and markets to visit.
From Bibbona you can take advantage of the ferry service to Elba Island. The island offers golden beaches and crystal clear waters, landscapes surrounded by unspoilt nature, mountain villages and terraces overlooking the sea that offer breathtaking views. Discovering the scents carried by the breeze and the flavors of this island is a unique experience.