Florence & Tuscany - Central Coast & Elba (PDF Chapter)
This is the Central Coast & Elba chapter from Lonely Planet’s Florence & Tuscany guidebook.
Despite possessing landscapes that dreams are made of, much of this part of Tuscany feels far away from well-beaten tourist trails. The Strada del Vino e dell’Olio Costa degli Etruschi visits vineyards, medieval villages and scenic archaeological sites along the way.
- sample superb seafood and investigate Tuscany’s multicultural past in historic Livorno
- maps
- taste-teste local drops at wineries and enoteche (wine bars) while following the scenic wine route Strada del Vino e dell’Olio Costa degli Etruschi along the Etruscan Coast
- transport
- picnic between Etruscan tombs and enjoy majestic sea views in the Parco Archeologico di Baratti e Populonia
- restaurants & accommodation
Coverage includes: Livorno, Etruscan Coast, Castiglioncello, Bolgheri, San Vincenzo, Suvereto, Golfo di Baratti, Tuscan Archipelago, Elba, Giglio, Gorgona & Pianosa, Capraia.
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