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  • dapper777
    Monaco32,107 contributions
    Review of: Marble Caves of Carrara
    You enter the heart of the mountain to touch the raw material preferred by artists such as Michelangelo and Canova.
    To visit the wonderful Colonnata, Torano and Fantiscritti basins it is necessary to go by bus to the Check Point where groups can collect the 'pass'.

    The Apuan Alps are marble mountains, rich in those marble quarries, the most famous being those of Carrara, which have become an authentic treasure for a territory which, thanks to them, has become famous throughout the world.
    The magic of the quarries opens up like a vision.
    You enter the heart of the mountain to touch the raw material preferred by artists such as Michelangelo and Canova.
    If you want to get right up, on top of the mountains, then it is advisable to book the jeep tour.
    Written 21 October 2021
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Marina R
    Rome, Italy284 contributions
    Review of: Colonnata
    Late lunch tasting at Colonnata
    Fantastic experience to taste directly on site, in the very location where the world renown Lardo is produced.
    We had a selection of “affettati”
    amongst which a superb lardo literally melting on warm Sgabei (the Tuscan panzerotti as they are called there).
    Coppa, guanciale, prosciutto.
    Picturesque terrace overlooking the caves/mountains of the quarries.
    Were lucky to find a close by parking spot and enjoyed our break after the tour of the Cave di Marmo.
    Great stuff. We bought lots of lardo for us and for gifts
    Written 4 August 2020
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Kimberly J
    Lawrence, MA29 contributions
    Review of: Passeggiata Sandro Pertini
    Nice walk in the evening along the water
    I like to come here with my family after dinner. It’s lively, especially on the weekends, with a nice view of the sea. It’s nice to relax on the rocks or walk along the path. Sometimes there are events here, like a dancing competition we stumbled on in 2017. There is a restaurant with a DJ. Lots of people of all ages and some nice dogs.
    Written 11 August 2019
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Jose-Miguel M
    Oberwil, Switzerland29 contributions
    Review of: Bagno Doride
    The kind of place to revisit
    We went out today at lunch time, looking for a good place to eat. We walked a few meters from the “Bagno” where we were at the beach and found this place. The rating in Trip Advisor was only a 3 but we were attracted by the looks of the place and the kindness of the lady who welcomed us. The restaurant is nicely set and decorated and we were also very pleased with the quality and quantity of the dishes.
    We had pasta, fish and seafood and I can only say that this was one of the best restaurant of our holidays.
    I recommend you to visit this nice restaurant and enjoy the great food that they offer.
    Written 27 July 2021
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  • AlbertSalichs
    Manresa, Spain9,529 contributions
    Review of: Cava Museo Fantiscritti
    Very interesting guided visit in the quarry. Museum ok.
    Cava Museo Fantiscritti is a real quarry located in the surroundings of Carrara, a well-known city not so far from Pisa, in Italy. In this cave, you can do a guided visit and enter in the real quarry. Here you can learn a lot about the process of extraction of marble stones used to build statues or other artworks and buildings since Roman Period. Also, here you can see the real parts of the quarry with the machinery or the walls of marble inside the cave. Also there are some objects manufactured with marble as a little museum inside the cave. Very interesting for history and art-lovers.
    Outside, there is a little free-air museum, where you can see some marble stone statues and a bit of history of the place. This last part is ok, not more, much better the quarry.
    (See also Cava di Marmo al Coperto di Fantiscritti, Colonnata and Marble Caves of Carrara)
    Written 9 May 2020
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  • Bovingdonman
    London, UK9 contributions
    Review of: Duomo di Carrara
    Stunningly simple basilica-shaped cathedral
    I was struck by the simplicity of the cathedral’s interior which provides space for worship and a small number of high-quality art treasures.
    Written 28 September 2019
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • welcomeoctober
    20 contributions
    Review of: Campocecina Carrara Ms
    Must-see
    There is a fabulous marble career viewpoint located at 1300 meters height. Very beautiful mountain road leads there, but beware - it was pretty damaged and could be dangerous sometimes. The way to the camping area is to the left from the viewpoint's square. There are parking places and a small bar with tables outside. You can walk through the trees to another point with the great view onto the seaside.
    Written 24 June 2016
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Janechio
    Croydon, UK4 contributions
    Review of: Bagno Artiglio
    Not a relaxing spot for 25 euros
    25 euros to sit by a wall where a group of boys were playing a game of football loudly against the wall for the whole afternoon. Wi fi intermittent.
    Written 13 August 2018
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • pebitpeb
    Carrara59 contributions
    Review of: Piazza Alberica
    Beautiful
    A nice setting in an ancient city. A piazza in white marble with views of the white marble quarries just above.
    Written 16 April 2014
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  • SarahJane3611
    Rugby, UK28 contributions
    Review of: Asciutti Carlo
    Fab beach and folk...
    We ended up at this beach after nipping in to the beach house and asking them to change some money for us to use the parking machines on the main drag - but they told us about some free parking down a side road, so we dumped the car there and spent the day here, enjoying comfy, spacious loungers and the lovely folk who work at Asciutti. It was quiet when we visited in early June and they were happy to let us spread out and use two umbrellas, so plenty of shade/room to ourselves. Immaculate beach, fab cafe serving snacks and pasta (try the fried fish - house speciality!). We ended up spending beach days here - weren't interested in going anywhere else, as everyone's lovely, very friendly and remembered our preferences for whereabouts on the beach we liked! Mostly locals using this beach, so you know it's good... and only 15 euro a day for the pair of us (it's much pricier towards the centre of Forte dei Marmi where all those posh shops are!).

    Can't wait to go back to visit everyone and lounge in the sun for a day or two ;-)
    Written 17 June 2016
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  • NemoWolfe
    Province of Massa Carrara, Italy97 contributions
    Review of: CARMI - Museo Carrara e Michelangelo
    Michelangelo in Carrara Great Experince
    If you love Michelangelo this is
    One of the Places that you have to visit.
    Rich of the document, drawing story and more
    the Park of the Villa is full of modern art sculptures from the top Artist from around the world.
    Written 29 September 2019
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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