Viareggio

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Swim in the Mediterranean, explore historic villas, taste authentic pasta or gelato and see where Puccini got his inspiration in this Tuscan town by the sea.

With its hot summers and mild winters, shady pine forest and colored Liberty-style houses, it’s little wonder that Viareggio is one of Tuscany’s most popular coastal resorts.

Relax on the beach or swim in the Mediterranean. For shade, walk through the halls of Villa Paolina, built for the sister of the French emperor Napoleon. The villa houses civic museums and a contemporary art gallery.

Nearby is Piazza Shelley, a historic square named after the Romantic-era poet Percy Bysshe Shelley who died in a shipwreck just off the coast of Viareggio. Admire the sculpture of the poet, made by the talented Italian, Urbano Lucchesi.

A short walk away from Piazza Shelley is La Passeggiata di Viareggio. The promenade’s name refers to the Italian tradition of leisurely walks with the family, so join the locals for a stroll. Enjoy a typical Italian espresso, pizza or pasta marinara in one of the bistros. On a hot summer’s day, eat a gelato and sit in the shade, just like Giacomo Puccini used to do when he composed his operas here.

Don’t miss the Statue of Burlamacco. The big clown promotes the Carnival of Viareggio, a local tradition since 1873. The elaborate annual spectacle of street parades and cabaret around February attracts large crowds from all over the world.

The Pineta Viareggiois the town’s pine forest and is divided into two areas. Explore the Western Forest, in the centre of town, on foot or hop on a pony-drawn carriage. The Eastern Forest is 7 miles (12 kilometres) away and houses Villa Borbone, a historic mansion with art exhibits and cultural performances.

Viareggio is just 60 miles (100 kilometres) from Florence and 14 miles (22 kilometres) from Pisa, which has the nearest airport. If you have a car, you may want to take a short drive out to Torre del Lago, where Puccini was buried. Don’t miss the open-air theatre shows of Festival Puccini if you are visiting in July or August.

Where to stay in Viareggio

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Ex Campo d'Aviazione

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ex Campo d'Aviazione and surrounding area, you can visit Viareggio Harbor and Piazza Garibaldi.

Ex Campo d'Aviazione
Sina Astor

Sina Astor

4 out of 5
Viale Giosue' Carducci, 54, Viareggio, LU
The price is RM625 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM625
RM707 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Viareggio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (462 reviews)
"A must experience."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Sina Astor
Hotel Residence Esplanade

Hotel Residence Esplanade

4 out of 5
Piazza Puccini 18, Viareggio, LU
The price is RM555 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
RM555
RM630 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Viareggio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (589 reviews)
"WOW When I arrived I was WELCOMED by Mateo, such a nice person who explained the many details and amenities... there are MANY... with a smile and a true desire to help. When I left, I had a great interaction with Luca that even gave me a parting gift connected to his cultural heritage! Beyond the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Hotel Residence Esplanade
Hotel President Viareggio

Hotel President Viareggio

4 out of 5
Viale Carducci 5, Viareggio, LU
The price is RM621 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
RM621
RM702 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Viareggio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (527 reviews)
"The hotel is a lovely boutique hotel. Nice lobby and bar area . Our room was large with two big closets and a nice bathroom. Really clean and tidy . We had two balcony's with partial sea view . We had room 206 . I highly recommend this hotel. David from the Rock 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel President Viareggio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Club Del Sole Viareggio Family Collection

Club Del Sole Viareggio Family Collection

3 out of 5
Viale Dei Tigli 52, Viareggio, LU
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly campground in Viareggio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Viareggio Beach and Matilde ...
7.6/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"Etwas abgelegen. Gibt aber Busse oder man ist mit dem Auto dort. Kommen wieder"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Club Del Sole Viareggio Family Collection
Bosco Verde Camping

Bosco Verde Camping

1 out of 5
Viale John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Versilia, Torre del Lago Puccini, Viareggio, LU
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Viareggio. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Viareggio Beach and Parco ...
8/10 Very Good! (45 reviews)
Bare Bones Cabin
"Very disappointed that towels were extra and they charged for air conditioning. This should be publisized on the site. Oh yeah, wifi is not included in the cabin either and lots of misquitos. Stayed for the beach which was nice and fun area if you truly are camping not passing through."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2017

Bosco Verde Camping
Chalets Tuscany Viareggio

Chalets Tuscany Viareggio

Viareggio
Stay at this vacation home in Viareggio. Enjoy free parking, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Viareggio Beach and Villa Borbone ...
Chalets Tuscany Viareggio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Viareggio

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic

5/5 - Excellent

Lee

Viareggio is a wonderful little town on the coast. Friendly, lovely place. Great travel links for Lucca, Firenze, Pietrasanta, Forte di Marmi etc.. love visiting Tuscany and using Viareggio as a base.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It's an excellent beach resort but maybe not the destination for those seeking lots of bars and nightlife (we weren't). In its own way an attractive and well-cared for city, lacking the tattier elements associated with some Mediterranean resorts.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved the beach will be going again next year

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Be aware that almost all beach access is through beach clubs that charge around 25-30 euro’s for 1 parasol and 2 chairs for a day

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely camp site, the staff were very helpful & polite. The food at the restaurant was top notch. Walking distance to the beautiful beach. Woukd definitely go back