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City break in Livorno. Active leisure ideas for Livorno - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Livorno Among Livorno's most popular entertainment centers, it is worth highlighting L’Acquario comunale Diacinto Cestoni, an aquarium named after the famous Italian naturalist of the 17th century. It is housed in a unique historic building, which was originally used by a heliotherapy center. In 1937, the building was reconstructed to open an aquarium, which remains one of the largest in Italy.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Livorno
1. Many tourists are used maps and guidebooks freely available at railway stations. There is no such service at the Livorno station, here you can find a few stalls selling guidebooks and … Open
The latest major reconstruction was completed about 20 years ago. The aquarium got several new buildings, one of which was given to a research institute. The center's exhibition area is about 3,000 square meters. Visitors to the aquarium can see as many as 65 pools, which currently contain more than a thousand marine creatures belonging to over 150 species. Informative tours are held for visitors every day. A significant part of guests is local schoolchildren and students, for whom educational programs are organized here throughout the year.
Apart from visiting entertainment centers, tourists can diversify their leisure time by riding along the canals of Livorno. During the boat trip, you can admire the most beautiful historic districts, many architectural monuments look exceptionally from the water. The most popular area for walks is the waterfront with numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops stretching along it. Here is the wonderful Mascagni Terrace surrounded by centuries-old trees. The terrace is equipped with recreation zones. It is very nice to watch the sunset and comfortable to relax here even in hot weather thanks to the trees. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Shopping in Livorno - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
In Livorno, one of the most interesting places for shopping is the central market - Mercato Centrale. It'd be interesting to wander around it in search of fresh farm products and spices, … Open
Livorno can hardly be called a typical beach resort, however, a few well-equipped small beaches can still be found within the city. In the immediate vicinity of the city, there is a gorgeous beach, the length of which is about 10 km. It is a series of organized and completely wild stretches of the coast, so absolutely everyone can choose a place to relax here.
On the outskirts of the city, there are many interesting natural attractions. In the warm season, fans of outdoor activities are encouraged to explore Grotte di Montenero. The cave is surrounded by popular hiking trails, tours are organized here every day. Tourists will have a chance to admire the strikingly beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, as well as learn about the amazing animals for which the cave has become home.
Guide to Livorno sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Livorno is a city in Italy located on Ligurian Coast. This is the most important port of Italy. You can reach numerous resorts from Livorno by water. All resorts feature well-developed … Open
To enjoy the natural beauty, it is not necessary to go far beyond the city boundaries. Livorno boasts many parks and gardens, including the picturesque Parco Pertini Park so beloved by locals. It was created in the pre-war period and now almost the entire park area is occupied by dense trees and ornamental plants. Walking paths, as well as comfortable recreation areas with benches and gazebos, are equipped here for visitors. Very close to the park area, there are lively streets with many shops and restaurants, so tourists often choose this place to take a break during a walk.
Livorno is a major sailing center providing several upscale sports schools. Travelers have the opportunity to learn how to manage various types of ships, and if you want to enjoy serene relaxation, going on a sea trip would be the best option. Besides, the city can offer a first-class diving center called Antignano. Scuba diving courses are organized here for beginners, while experienced divers can rent all the necessary equipment and book a trip to the most interesting sites. Beaches located near Livorno have long been chosen by surfers.
Family holidays with kids in Livorno. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Livorno has many entertainment centers and attractions that will be interesting to visit with children. Fans of video games will definitely enjoy the entertainment center GamesTime. This … Open
The city has several colorful entertainment centers aimed at visitors with children. With preschool kids, it'd be nice to visit Diver Play with its colorful playrooms and safe children's rides. With older children, you can go to GamesTime where a lot of game simulations and original rides await teenagers. This entertainment center features top-notch equipment so many adults are delighted with it too.
Livorno The choice of places to go out in the evening is also very worthy in Livorno. Fans of spending time in exquisite places will like Bar Civili. This bar will leave you enchanted with its chic atmosphere and unusual show programs. Nelson Club is reminiscent of a classic Italian tavern. Here you can listen to modern music, enjoy the best regional wines and signature cocktails.
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Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Livorno
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Cinque Terre' , 80.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 87.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 92.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Livorno
♥   Amusement park 'Cavallino Matto' Castagneto Carducci, 45.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Livorno
♥   Water park 'Sunpark' Tirrenia, Pisa, 8.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Acquavillage' Cecina, Livorno, 31.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Acquavillage' Follonica, Livorno, 78.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Livorno
♥   Restaurant 'Foresta' Marina di Pisa. Type - Seafood. 12.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Da Gino' Marina di Pisa. Type - Seafood. 14.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Osteria dei Cavalieri' PISA. Type - Tuscan. 19.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'La Clessidra' PISA. Type - Regional cuisine. 20.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Da Cinotto' Vicopisano. Type - Regional cuisine. 23.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo

City break ideas for neighbours of Livorno

Pisa
A major part of popular night entertaining establishments is located in the coastal area of the Arno river. The area is crowded and filled with music till late night. The Wall Lunch & American bar will be a perfect destination to spend an evening in a big company of ... Open »
Lucca
The main shopping street of the Lucca city is the Via Fillungo street. This is exactly the place to find some trendy clothes, elite perfumes and stunning jewelry. Among the shops of the street one will find as upscale boutiques so numerous souvenir shops. For true wine ... Open »
Viareggio
The most fantastic thing awaiting tourists in Viareggio is the opportunity to ride a majestic and graceful horse from Centro Ippico Il Sentiero SSD a RL. And this can be done not just anywhere, but on a beautiful beach (there are plenty of places to choose from), ... Open »
Tuscany
Viareggio is also famous for its stunning beaches; the waterfront is considered to be the center of the resort. There are all sorts of entertainment and dining places, as well as many interesting shops. Tirrenia is more suitable for those who wish to spend time in a ... Open »
Elba Island
Elba is quite popular among divers. There are different reasons for that – good visibility, comfortable water temperature during warm seasons, and the diversity of underwater world inhabitants. By the way, if you have never been diving before, never mind. You can ... Open »
Siena
There is an attractive restaurant and a great wine shop on its territory. Tourists who want to relax and spend a vacation with health benefits, shouldn’t neglect the Terme di Chianciano SPA. It provides customers with a wide range of wellness and beauty treatments. ... Open »
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