In this cozy, green, well-kept city, there are many beautiful places to explore. Even a sightseeing tour of Viareggio can provide many pleasant moments and a remarkably calming experience. Among the main symbols of the city is the 14th-century Tower Matilde (La torre Matilde). Strolling along Viale Regina Margherita, you can admire the architecture of the past century, and one of the most memorable buildings is the Gran Caffe Margherita, done in an Eastern style.
Arrange a bus tour outside of Viareggio and visit the suburban village of Torre del Lago, near the picturesque Lake Massaciuccoli, to visit the villa-museum of Giacomo Puccini, where he composed his famous musical works. There, you can also see the preserved interior of the buildings that belonged to the composer, including his personal belongings, piano, and letters. The exhibition is dedicated not only to the maestro himself but also to his family. You can also visit the Paolina Palace, where exhibitions of antique musical instruments are held.
Visit the marble quarries, where extraction began in the times of Ancient Rome and continues to this day. The marble reserves in these places seem inexhaustible! Invite a guide from Viareggio who will guide you on this excursion – they will surely tell you that even Michelangelo himself visited these quarries. The sculptor could spend weeks there to obtain stone with specific parameters, from which he would later create his masterpieces.
Conclude your excursion in the surroundings of Viareggio by stopping on the slopes of the Alps, breathe in the incredible air, and take some magnificent photographs.
Approximate cost of guided tours in Viareggio with a Russian guide: marble quarries - 200 EUR, off-road tour to the quarries - 500 EUR, wine tasting with a visit to a medieval castle and wine cellars - 300 EUR, yacht tour along the coast with a light lunch - 75 EUR.
