Marina di Massa
Thanks to its strategical position, only 30 minutes from Pisa, one hour from Florence and two hours from Milan, Marina di Massa is since decades one of the most renowned seaside tourist destinations of the Tuscan Coast.
About 10 Km of perfectly maintained beach surrounded by the picturesque landscape of the Apuan Alps have made of this part of Italy a favorite destination among families, couples and visitors of all ages and nations.
During the summer period, the beach of Marina di Massa shines with the bright colors of endless rows of umbrellas and deck chairs, provided by the traditional “Stabilimenti Balneari” offering bathing facilities such as play areas for children, bars and little restaurants on the beachfront.
The holidays in Marina di Massa have become for many generations the synonymous of summer, where children can have fun and make new friends playing under the sun and where adults can finally relax and enjoy themselves after another year of work.
The sea breeze, the fish products and relaxing walks on the promenade combine to form a summer convivial atmosphere bringing visitors to create a strong bond with the town and with the locals. Bars with ice cream parlors, live music and restaurants scattered throughout the city center allow you to program fun and carefree evenings.
Sports enthusiasts can find facilities for football, tennis, beach volleyball and much more. Every Friday morning the traditional market is held in Piazza Betti with many desks ranging from clothing to fresh seafood produce. After a tour of the premises and the downtown shops, walking all the way down to the pier, which has become a symbol of Marina di Massa, you can admire spectacular views of the sea always with the stunning presence of the Apuan Alps in the background.
The promenade (il Lungomare) with a cycle track leadading uninterrupted to Viareggio, going through the elegant Forte dei Marmi, Marina di Pietrasanta and Lido di Camaiore creating a long stretch of small cities that all deserve a visit.
FUN FOR CHILDREN: In addition to the tranquility and safety of the city center, which during the summer is closed to traffic to allow you to walk undisturbed through the shops, Marina di Massa offers several attractions for children. Gardens, inflatables, puppets shows, will entertain the little ones leaving parents in peace. In the neighboring Forte dei Marmi and Marina di Carrara between July and August the two big amesement parks take place for a even bigger fun.
From Marina di Massa its easy to plan you boat excursion to the Cinque Terre or a off-road drive inside the Carrara Marble Quarries
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