Things to do in Livorno in December

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December is a good time to visit Livorno. The weather is usually moderately chilly with a gentle breeze, with temperatures ranging from 47—55°F (8—13°C). There are plenty of events to check out and activities to try in Livorno during this time. Some of our top recommendations: participate in a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Italian Christmas dishes, take a guided tour of Livorno's nativity scenes, take a Christmas-themed boat tour of Livorno's canals, and more!

Livorno has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your December trip to Livorno. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to December. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Livorno in December. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout December, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Livorno in December

Top experiences in December
Participate in a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Italian Christmas dishes
Many cooking schools in Livorno offer special classes during December where you can learn how to make traditional Italian Christmas dishes, such as panettone, tortellini, and roasted meats. This hands-on experience allows you to immerse yourself in Italian culinary traditions and bring a taste of Italy back home with you.
Take a guided tour of Livorno's nativity scenes
During December, you can take a guided tour of Livorno's nativity scenes, known as presepi. These intricate displays depict the birth of Jesus and are a significant part of Italian Christmas traditions. Visiting the presepi is a unique way to learn about the religious and cultural significance of Christmas in Italy.
Take a Christmas-themed boat tour of Livorno's canals
During December, you can take a special boat tour of Livorno's canals that are decked out in festive lights and decorations. This unique experience allows you to see the city from a different perspective and enjoy the holiday spirit while gliding through the waterways.
Go ice skating at the Piazza della Repubblica ice rink
During December, the Piazza della Repubblica in Livorno is transformed into an ice rink where you can go ice skating with friends and family. This fun and festive activity is a great way to embrace the holiday spirit and enjoy some outdoor winter fun.
Sample traditional Christmas sweets at a local bakery
In December, many bakeries in Livorno offer a variety of traditional Christmas sweets, such as panettone, pandoro, and ricciarelli. These delicious treats are a must-try during the holiday season and provide a taste of Italian Christmas traditions.
Take a day trip to the nearby town of Bolgheri to see its Christmas decorations
Bolgheri, a charming town located near Livorno, is known for its picturesque streets and festive Christmas decorations. Taking a day trip to Bolgheri allows you to explore its historic center and enjoy the holiday atmosphere in a different setting.
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Holidays in Livorno in December
December
  • The Feast of St. Ambrose (December 7)
  • Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)
  • St. Stephen's Day (December 26)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31)
Other notable holidays
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Weather in Livorno in December

Temperatures on an average day in Livorno in December

The average temperature in Livorno in December for a typical day ranges from a high of 55°F (13°C) to a low of 47°F (8°C). Some would describe it as moderately chilly with a gentle breeze.

For comparison, the hottest month in Livorno, August, has days with highs of 83°F (29°C) and lows of 71°F (22°C). The coldest month, February has days with highs of 53°F (11°C) and lows of 44°F (6°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Livorno in December based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in December
55°F
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General weather summary

Moderately chilly with a gentle breeze
Feels like
21%
Chance of rain
0.097 in
Amount
13.1 mph
Wind speed
74%
Humidity
9.0 hrs
Daylight length
7:42 AM
Sunrise
4:43 PM
Sunset
50%
Cloud cover
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What to wear
What to wear in December
With an average high of 55°F (13°C) and a low of 47°F (8°C), it generally feels moderately chilly with a gentle breeze. With that in mind, most people would dress in something warm like a jacket
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Best attractions for Livorno in December

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Livorno has to offer for travelers in December, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Livorno that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Livorno for December.
Terrazza Mascagni
1. Terrazza Mascagni
4.6
(22989)
Observation deck
Sights & Landmarks
Elegant waterfront terrace with a gazebo & benches offering panoramic sea & sunset views.
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Beautiful! The chequered tiles give it a beautiful look and you see amazing surroundings nearby. One can also go close to the sea and find many beautiful corals, sea grass, tiny colorful fishes and crabs. I attached photos.
Salimkhan Pathan — Google review
Go just for a walk down and to enjoy the views(panoramic view). But far out of the town for anything else. Nothing really near by. Go but don't make it a must do list.
Eni Tabaku — Google review
Love this place and the aquarium right next to it, was such fun! Wonderful view, very relaxing… best terrace ever!!👏🏼👏🏼
Aida Cannea — Google review
Beautiful seaside terrace. The tile work is very impressive. Sunsets here are one of a kind.
Alev B. — Google review
It's OK for a walk down and to enjoy the views. Bit far out fo the town for anything else. Nothing really near by. Go but don't make it a must do list. Some public toilets near by you'd be helpfull
Ben Taylor — Google review
Very clean and bright looking promenade close to Livorno Harbour.
Andrew Vail — Google review
A lovely open air space sandwiched by the sea and the city. The warmly-coloured chequered marble floor, the tall palm trees and the grand bandstand in the centre made it an ideal place for sitting, strolling, jogging, running and cycling. Feel a bit like the LA's Santa Monica sidewalk but without the sandy beach!!
Samuel Leung — Google review
While visiting Pisa we took the train to Livorno for the afternoon. A bus from the station brought us to the Terrazza Mascagni. It is a lovely walk along chequered tiles surrounded by a waist high wall, which gave beautiful views over the Ligurian sea. There are benches where you can sit and rest / enjoy the views. While there was a cafe nearby the restaurants were all closed by 2.30 / 3pm so make sure you eat before you visit. I would also recommend when buying bus tickets that you buy return tickets as well as it is difficult to find anywhere that sells them.
Mary Noone — Google review
Beautiful city, old but honestly not so much to see
Arnis Greitāns — Google review
An amazing promenade by the sea nice view and beautiful sea horizon
Daniela M — Google review
Great view, great atmosphere. Too bad you cant get into water here
EmirF — Google review
This area (contrary to other reviews) is NOT well maintained at all. Haven’t been here for a few years, but it looks like material choice was wrong for the balustrades… appears that saltwater has soaked into the concrete and corroded the reinforcing bars - shattering many of the top stones. Now looks a real mess… 🤦‍♂️ Give this a miss - just not worth the walk from town, unless using one of the private beach front facilities nearby.
Wayne Miller — Google review
The views of the city from here are amazing. Plus it's a Great place to park and walk into the city from, which we did. Parking fees were reasonable. They also have a bus stop there as well. It can get very busy so be aware of that. We came just after a rain storm and found parking easily, but when we returned after our visit it was very crowded. Wonderful place either way!
Nick pinnetti — Google review
Beautiful view and smell of Mediterranean Sea. It was a nice walk and paid park lot was right next to the aquarium.
J l — Google review
Acquario di Livorno
2. Acquario di Livorno
3.9
(5958)
Aquarium
Nature & Parks
Marine life from the Mediterranean & further afield, including blacktip reef sharks & corals.
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what a lively place to visit! we went there on a date and it was so beautiful! not at the scale of other aquariums but with a student card we payed 6 € each which was very affordable! a mist visit if u have an afternoon off in Livorno or if u want to spend some lovely time during your weekend!
Kiara Charlier — Google review
Nice aquarium. The first floor has several sea animals and is done in about 30-45 min. Second floor has insects and reptiles and is done in about 20 minutes. Interesting animals and the price of 12 euros is okay. Presentation sometimes was lacking and the provided information or text were sometimes for other animals.
Uwe — Google review
Great place with several different species from the world. It is not that big, but it is for sure a good family experience 😊. The second floor has some terrestrial species like an interesting ant environment and transparent tubes for seeing them carrying the food.
Diego Luiz Nunes Ventrella — Google review
Not big but beautiful and if compared to the price of the ticket 15€/person, and I think it's a bit pricey.
Powerpat_Nik SIRI — Google review
Nice place where to hide with small kids in a hot day for a few hours. Suggesting to increase the free entry for kids to 120 cm (not up to 1 meter only) as I had to lift even the taller one to many of the aquariums anyway. Some banners are also in English, but not all unfortunatelly. Anyway we've enjoyed it much.
Martin Zatloukal — Google review
The turtles are wonderful. Otherwise smallish and quite pricey for the size. There are no family tickets and reduced prices are only valid for small children (literally <140cm). Get your tickets in advance (online) to save if you're a larger group.
Miroslav Petri? — Google review
Nice place, small. Nice to see is the ants in the amphitheater.
Sergej Veltman — Google review
Nice place to spend am hour with your children. Interesting species, but not very big. One hour was more than enough. No penguins but they had giant turtles, which where a hit for us :)
Andra JEPAN — Google review
Nice Aquarium to visit during a raining or even a hot day. It is not that large, you will spend 1 to 1.5 hours inside. Visited on a weekday during high season. No waiting queue and parked at the front door (about 3eur for 2 hours). Bought the entrance tickets online at the aquarium itself (requires creditcard) and the sooner you do'll this, the more discount you get. Facilities are okay, but there is option to buy some food.
Vincenzo — Google review
The place is beautiful, the aquariums are well maintained, but there are too few things to admire. In an hour and a half, the visit to the aquarium was almost over, maybe even faster than that. Anyway, I visited this place on a very rainy day, so no regrets.
Cristian “Mumu” Matei — Google review
The aquarium isn't very big, but it's very interesting. My kid loved it as the turtles were bigger than him and there are some very interesting fish and sharks.
Ivaylo Ivanov — Google review
Here from the US for our honeymoon and the weather was windy and rainy today. This was a perfect place to go. Good size, good price & clean. We truly enjoyed it.
Andie James — Google review
It is a great place to show sea life to your children. It is a bit time fatigued, but it is Italy, so sun made it like that. It has a nice observation deck though, where one can see really far away, incl. many ships approaching port. Next to it there is a water park, so the whole day can be easily spent there. An in the same building there is a very good restaurant as well, does not belong to aquarium though.
Mirosław Mrozik — Google review
Sanctuary of Montenero
3. Sanctuary of Montenero
4.7
(2210)
Shrine
Sights & Landmarks
1300s religious complex maintained by monks & featuring a revered Madonna image & scenic views.
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Most impressive location with great view and many tokens of Catholic devotion. The church is located on top of a hill with a great view and inside you find a huge collection (over 12.000!) of tokens. Even if the religious part is not your thing, it's still worth a visit for the great view and the short trip by cableway.
Dan R. Deneyer — Google review
A good sight to burn some extra calories while walking up to it
Vera A — Google review
Very moved by as well as interested in the folk art of the ex voto in the sanctuary - and the pharmacy selling bio products (tisanes, sweets, shampoo etc) is very good. Definitely worth a visit - especially if you combine it with a gastronomic pilgrimage to the fabulous Osteria fonte del penitente nearby (not the ones in the square in front of the sanctuary which are really grim)
Andrew King — Google review
Beautiful architecture and act of faith..
Powerpat_Nik SIRI — Google review
My military family lived in Livorno for several years and we frequently frequented this beautiful Sanctuary of the ‘Madonna di Montenero’ while we were all very young . As Catholics, My brother and I made our 1STHoly Communion there. It is a miraculous Sanctuary of Our Lady of Graces. So unbelievable, so unforgettable, so NEEDED in these times of turmoil. It is up on a mountain overlooking the beautiful Naval Port of the ancient City of Livorno. 👍😄🏆🌹🍃
Jackie Hopkins (MiHomestead17) — Google review
A very beautiful historical place with miracles attributed to our Lady! A host for many pilgrims. I loved it
Joseph Nwatu — Google review
A magical, special place. Went to mass - it was packed with a million kids, wonderfully serene. Afterwards, a beautiful courtyard with shops offering religious merchandise, and a gallery of gratitude notes from those who prayed here. Special reverence towards St John Paul II. Next doir: amazing restaurant "Montallegro" with wonderful, authentic food and amazing views and a lush garden.
Marcus Birkenkrahe — Google review
This is one of the stops when doing the open top bus tour. The price includes a ticket for the furnicular - time it right to get the next bus back, although when we were there he did wait for any latecomers. Well worth a stop for the views and wander round. Maybe just enough time for a coffee!
Allan — Google review
We arrived there after checking the opening times on the official website and after driving 1h from where our accomodation was. We struggled to park as there is NO parking in the area and we had a massive SUV (very bad idea in Italy)....after we struggled for 15 mins to find a place we went to the monastery and entered. 30 seconds later a very aggressive and rude man started to shout at us in Italian and literally threw us out with no explanation. We stopped at the restaurant nearby for a coffee and the lovely ladies explained the monastery is closed for an hour or two for lunch. All in all a terrible expereince, waste of money and time and I would not recommend the place as it is nothing to see or do...besides being bullied that is.
Didi Locks — Google review
Costiera di Calafuria
4. Costiera di Calafuria
4.5
(91)
Non-profit organization
Nature & Parks
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360 degree view of all coast and sea ! When it's windy it can give you a master show
Daniela M — Google review
Just peace and water.
Gabriela — Google review
Super
Marcin M — Google review
Nice place
Aitana De Prado — Google review
Bellon
Vera — Google review
(Translated by Google) Coastal with fairly flat rocks, it is located under an overpass, clean water, there are ladders, a nice swimming pool for entering and exiting the water. Parking spaces are few and along the state road, there is also a place near the cliff, precisely called Calafuria. (Original) Costiera di rocce abbastanza piatte, si trova sotto un cavalcavia, acqua pulita, sono presenti delle scalette, dtile piscina per entrare ed uscire dell'acqua. I parcheggi sono pochi e lungo la statale, presente anche un locale vicino alla scogliera, si chiama precisamente Calafuria.
nicholas gobbi — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful and evocative cliff, for experts and agile people, steep descents into the sea, for expert swimmers also bathing, worth knowing, among slippery rocks. Be very, very careful. Especially in rough seas (Original) Bella e suggestiva scogliera, per esperti e persone agili, discese a precipizio sul mare, per nuotatori esperti anche la balneazione , da conoscere, tra scogli scivolosi. Fare molta molta attenzione. Specie con mare mosso
Siriana Lapietra — Google review
(Translated by Google) HACKING! THEFT! Wonderful place, beautiful beach, breathtaking rocks! Until the moment you get back to your car and notice that the car has been broken into and robbed! There are lots of broken glass and bags thrown into the ditches along the parking lots (an afterthought after you search for your own). The police do nothing (why would they?). So stop and take a photo! But be careful! Thank you Livorno! I won't come again! (Original) FELTÖRÉS! LOPÁS! Csodás hely, szép tengerpart, lélegzetelállító sziklák! Addig a pillanatig amíg vissza nem érsz a kocsidhoz és észreveszed, hogy feltörték a kocsit és kiraboltak! Az parkolók mentén rengeteg az üvegszilánk és az árkokba kidobott táska (utólagos észrevétel, miután a sajátod után kutatsz). A rendőrség nem tesz semmit (miért tenne?). Szóval állj meg fotózz! De csak óvatosan! Köszönöm Livorno! Nem jövök többet!
Fatime Eszes — Google review
Venezia Nuova
5. Venezia Nuova
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Mercato delle vettovaglie
6. Mercato delle vettovaglie
4.5
(2240)
Market
Shopping
Food market in a 19th-century building by Angiolo Badaloni, with fresh produce stalls & coffee bars.
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A fabulous market in the centre of Livorno, you can buy fresh produce (meat, fish, fruit, veg, deli options, bread - etc etc!) and also enjoy a coffee or a meal / snack at a few bars set up inside with tables or counter seating.
Kathryn Hall — Google review
We mainly came to use the free washrooms in the market. It's a bit old. But it's also a good experience for us to walk around this local market. The free wifi service didn't work for us, though. Couldn't figure out how to register for it because the language was Italian.
Kin Chan — Google review
A beautiful market tucked away — walking distance from the cruise bus drop off point And An old fort close to the boat tour— self guided
DO IT right ? — Google review
For a slice of local life and color, don't miss Livorno's Central Market, near the Piazza Cavour in a late 19th-century building designed by Angiolo Badaloni. Every morning except Sunday, the dining room is a riot of activity as locals fill their shopping bags with food from more than 200 stalls and shops. You can sample local cheeses and salamis, and stocks for picnics on the beach. Small stalls inside serve ground coffee and breakfast pastries. Adjacent to the market is a vibrant and colorful outdoor farmer's market.
SONPHAN HIRES — Google review
Beautiful traditional market. It’s not just about buying stuff, it’s an amazing experience for all the senses. You can find all sort of fresh local produce, vegetables, fruits, fish (awesome quality!), meats, etc. You can also find fresh pasta and freshly baked goods, including artisanal breads, focaccia, pizza, and more. It’s truly one of the best markets in Tuscany and prices are much more affordable than supermarkets, while quality is top notch. If you drive, parking is limited outside, so it’s better to leave the car a bit far and walk.
Andrea Olivato — Google review
Visiting the Mercato was one of the highlights and top experiences we had in Livorno, a city we really enjoyed. Fantastic array of fresh and other food stuffs, from cheese and wine, to seafood and sweet treats. Stallholders were very friendly and helpful. We visited twice to do 'proper' shopping for our holiday accommodation pantry. Overall really good value and lots of local and different produce and products all under one roof. Whilst we did nt, there's also a number of cafes or kiosks where you can have a snack or lunch.
Carl Brace — Google review
Very nice market, nice to go early morning when it's quiet. Good mix of fresh vegetables, meat, fish, cheese and all types of bread. A few are empty but still a nice experience. Nice to see all the fresh seafoods. Closed on Sunday but also on Monday the activity is low(er) and pretty limited choice so avoid going on a Monday.
Vince L — Google review
Awesome Market! You will find everything here. Lots of fresh meat, cheese, fish, pasta, veggies and fruits. It is nice to have a chat with the people who explain the origin of their products. You will find special olive oil here in super high quality from Toscana and italy.
Sebastian Leber — Google review
Friendly people, fabulous local seafood, ham at local prices. The operator at coffee shop in the middle is friendly, makes good coffee, have nice white wine & 100 pointer olive oil.
CT — Google review
Super great market! The sort of place you would want to stop by every single day to buy your groceries. The people who work there are very nice too.
Corner Toe — Google review
Unbelievable place to buy fresh food from fishes, mussels, vegetables, bread etc. Good program to visit in Saturday morning.
Gergely Nagy — Google review
Fortezza Nuova
7. Fortezza Nuova
4.1
(3772)
Fortress
Sights & Landmarks
This fort, situated in a body of water, was designed by Bernardo Buontalenti & completed in 1604.
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Great views worth visit it.
The Cambridge Gardener — Google review
Free to enjoy a park with lots of cats living their, great walk
desy dog — Google review
The view from the fortress is very nice! The information boards are well written and kept interesting. Sadly, the fortress is poorly lighted so it is not possible to see some parts after dark (which is problematic since it opens at 7p.m.). Not only the fortress is poorly lighted at some places, but the pathways also have no light, so I had to help myself with a flashlight. I wouldn’t recommend going there with small children after dark, unless you always hold their hand (it could be a safety hazard). Worth going there for the view (especially from the tower). Just be a little careful! Also, the entrance is free.
Oliwia Schnell — Google review
Old ancient place. Great view all around the city
Victor Sobchak — Google review
On a quiet Sunday this was a lovely place to have a rest in the shade, there were local dog walkers who were very respectful of those who had come to sit quietly and the views were lovely. An interesting place to look at and discover and a wonderful use of a historical building to create a wonderful public space. A pity about garbage being left by previous visitors.
Taylor Wilde — Google review
I'm not sure how secure this castle was in its hey day, but it's design makes it a pleasant place to visit and the views are good too. It was extremely hot on the day of our visit and this also provided us with some respite whilst having a look round!
Ian White — Google review
Usually a quiet place very close to the center. It was a Fortress and still has a moat, which is a canal, around its high brick walls. A nice sight on the surrounding area from above and a lot of green.
Giacomo Spagnoli — Google review
No access to the interesting part of the fortress with all the panoramic views and gardens. Visited on friday december 2023
Bebe de Luz — Google review
Mostly closed off sections. Good to see but don’t plan your trip around it. It can be walked in 5 minutes unless I missed something.
Scot Sorensen — Google review
Nuova Venezia (New Venice) In the 1620s, when Livorno needed to expand to accommodate the growing population, a new district was planned for the area between the old and new fortress. However, the area was laced with moats that surrounded the ancient city walls, and has since become important waterways for moving goods between the harbor and the warehouses next to them. So the architects borrowed construction techniques from Venice, which led to the name of this neighborhood, which means New Venice. You can tour this picturesque neighborhood on a boat tour of Fortezza Nuova - the new fortress - and follow the canal below the Piazza della Repubblica. Explore on foot to explore Santa Caterina Cathedral, with its beautiful 17th century wooden choir stalls and a large altar, Coronation of the Blessed Virgin, by Giorgio Vasari.
SONVT — Google review
Fortezza Vecchia
8. Fortezza Vecchia
4.4
(2258)
Fortress
Sights & Landmarks
Imposing medieval fort overlooking the Medici port with tower ruins & by-appointment exhibitions.
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An amazing discovery! This wonderful structure with a rich history was free to walk around and almost empty of any other visitors. When we were there, they were using an outdoor area for a breakdancing contest (which added a bit of excitement), there was a beautiful temporary art exhibit at the top, and there is a bar in the first courtyard you come to when you visit. But the real magic is in the lower levels. Wonderful arched hallways and rooms that give a real sense of how it was used and experienced centuries ago. Highly recommended if you ever find yourself in Livorno.
Robert Killen — Google review
One of the main attractions of the city! Worth visiting! There are bars inside, nice place to grab a beer and hide from hot summer weather.
K S — Google review
An impressive relic from a bygone age but practically impossible to explore. There are signs saying you can enter the fort to look around but I couldn’t find a way in an I eventually gave up.
Dave Powell — Google review
Very interesting from the outside but best check for opening hours before making the drive and fortress being closed to visitors. Looks like father time is taking it's toll on the construction. Will make a point to revisit when open in the future.
Brian Dixon — Google review
When you get really tired of observing the surrounding buildings, the happenings around the ferry and you get to know (in quotation marks) all the fellow passengers around you, you turn into a historian in the best way. For now, you are interested in the history of surrounding buildings, even though they are extremely boring and timeless... Well, this is a few minutes for your education... although it is further from volunteering... Interesting walls and fort that you should visit when waiting for the ferry. No loss! Just a little history. Nice view of the surrounding buildings. Enjoy your vacation.
Borut B — Google review
This place is amazing. They are doing a good job of restoring it but much is still preserved. You are allowed to walk through and park for free. It appeared to have a self guided tour you could connect to via a QR code with your phone. Beautiful views, intriguing passages, and helpful resources with English translation.
Sarah Lowery — Google review
Good architecture and excellent views. Worth visiting
The Cambridge Gardener — Google review
Fortress stays next to the ferry port giving you nice panorama on the old town too. Nice, worth of climbing up although the maintenance can be improved.
Gergely Nagy — Google review
Monument of the Four Moors
9. Monument of the Four Moors
4.4
(3751)
Monument
Sights & Landmarks
Landmark marble & bronze statue commemorating Ferdinand I's victories over the Ottomans.
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A little harsh but realistic statue of the medevil enslaver, that shows four slaves under the submision of his master
Vladimir Brkic — Google review
This monument is looking horrifying at the first glance. You can see slaves, but it is not "celebrating slavery". I recomend to read information which are from the side of the monument. I forgot to take a picture of it. From the artistic side, it is a masterpiece and you can really see and feel suffering of the enslaved prisoners. "It celebrates the victories of the Grand Duke Ferdinando I de 'Medici and the Order of the Knights of Santo Stefano over the Moori pirates who raided the Tuscan coasts." "He enacted an edict of tolerance for Jews and heretics and Livorno became a haven for Spanish Jews as well as other persecuted foreigners."
Gabriela Karabinosova — Google review
Pretty fascinating monument. It's size and stature draws the eye then the four moors chained to its based demands further enquiry. It was completed in 1626 to commemorate the victories of Ferdinand I of Tuscany over the Ottomans. 'Moor' meant 'dark' and was used to designate non Europeans who attached or raided southern Europe from North Africa or the East Mediterranean. After spending another week working in Livorno this statue is certainly the most captivating and well worth seeing. It's not far from New Venice or the historic forts.
A Cuchy — Google review
An interesting monument on the harbor front in Livorno. There is a pretty detailed information sign in both Italian and English on the south side of the monument
Patrick Shrier — Google review
If you are visiting Livorno on a day trip from Pisa or Florence, the Piazza del Pamiglione in front of the monument is likely to be the drop off and pick up points of the coach. Guarding the north entrance to the city of Livorno and overlooking the port, the Monument of the Four Moors is considered to be the most famous monument of this city. The statue of Ferdinando I standing on top of four struggling Moors is a reminder of the unjust imperialism . Livorno is the Medici port and this statue commemorates the defeat of Moor pirates who were kidnapped and sold into slavery , from ships and coastal towns around the Mediterranean. The Medici system of port defences, initiated in this city was innovative and a game changer for many towns including on islands like Elba and Malta. This statue - like the fortifications and reminder of what Medici did - is stunning and beautiful.
Dada ZD — Google review
Stunning area with lots of history ,with waterways you can travel on
alanv8100 — Google review
Only had a drink outside this hotel , interesting statue nearby , connected to abolishing of slavery
Anthony Hammond — Google review
Livorno is the Medici port and this statue commemorates the defeat of Moor pirates who kidnapped and sold into slavery hundreds of thousands of people from ships and coastal towns around the Mediterranean- especially Iberia - ruining trade and forcing coastal communities (incl Ports) to move inland. The Medici system of port defences, initiated At Livorno was innovative and a game changer for those towns including on islands like Elba and Malta. So this statue - like the fortifications and indeed everything Medici did - is stunning and beautiful. Its subject - is also an important turning point in social and economic history for the Mediterranean. It also recalls the extensive use of slavery - there are negative comments about this - but should note these were slavers who themselves became enslaved. Google Moorish Prirates.
catherine cusack — Google review
Guarding the north entrance to the city and overlooking the port, the Monument of the Four Moors is considered to be the most famous monument of Livorno. The statue of Ferdinando I (of Tuscany over the Ottomans) standing on top of four struggling Moors is a stark reminder of the unjust imperialism and inequality that was once existed and still being prevalent in some places these days. More work to be done. If you are visiting Livorno on a day trip from Pisa or Florence, the Piazza del Pamiglione in front of the monument is likely to be the drop off and pick up points of the coach.
Samuel Leung — Google review
Not really sure what else to write on this one. It’s a statue with a meaning in Livorno. Looks clean and there is a nice little shack across the road that serves seafood. 👍🏻
Peter S — Google review
Important but problematic monument from the 16th-early 17th centuries. The monument it not in its original location or configuration, but is is extraordinary for the four bronze sculptures by Tacca representing the "types" of people who were enslaved to work on the Medici ships and port of Livorno. I say "types" w scare quotes bc some think two of the figures, atleast, are portraits of real people. That can owed to Tacca's attention to the people as human rather than stereotypes. For the time period it was much more common to show enslaved people as ignorant and without humanity. Not here. I could go on, but won't. I recommend looking up the history of the monument. Lots online in past few years as the monument was the site of BLM gatherings in Livorno. We are so lucky the over life size bronze sculptures were not destroyed (melted down) for their material in the 19th century! Two other parts (fountains) of the monument are found one piazza over. There is also a nice cafe just across street from monument where you can sit outside and contemplate the view.
Linda Nolan — Google review
Cool monument....not sure what zeracohw comment was about, they clearly didn't read the story....they probably should tour other countries or Seattle since they are so easily offended.
Jamie Scaggs — Google review
Appalling, atrocious, disgusting piece. If art is meant to provoke feelings, it surely achieved it with me. I went around it again and again inspecting closely at what I was witnessing. Yes, I read the caption below, yes I googled it's history and NO ! I cannot justify its existence in a European city in 2022! Men of colour suffering in chains ??? Whatever happened in the past should stay there - this is not art ! It's a reminder that people are still racist. Remove this ASAP ! P.S : I left Livorno 10mins after I saw it. Such an off putting sight!!
zeracohw — Google review
Civic Museum "Giovanni Fattori"
10. Civic Museum "Giovanni Fattori"
4.5
(1055)
Art museum
Museums
19th & 20th-century paintings displayed in an ornate villa with frescoes & marble stairs.
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Great place. very nice service. beautiful interior. interesting art inside
Marika Krotewicz — Google review
Excellent experience, I would definitely recommend you love art and especially Fattori, although there aren't that many paintings by him. When we visited there was an exhibition on Giovanni Gambogi, a painter I did not know, but also worth the visit. The house itself is a very interesting, historical building.
Dan R. Deneyer — Google review
The Villa alone would be very worth a visit, a little masterpiece of the eclectic end-1800 style. In addition to that, a small but essential collection of the renown Livorno School of painting from end-1800 to WW2, centered on the important figure of Fattori. A great visit
Stefano Menicagli — Google review
Great place to visit in Livorno. A little hidden gem of the city,but so many beautiful pieces of art inside. Interior is just fascinating,also paintings of local artists. Worth the money 100%.
Viktorija Kliucnikova — Google review
Fabulous museum the Jewel in Lavornos crown, check out the opening times as they close for lunch.
Brendan Wilson — Google review
Not well advertised, but a lovely old stately home that houses some very good works of famous local artists.
Glyn Nelson — Google review
Great place. very nice service. beautiful interior. interesting art inside
Marika Krotewicz — Google review
The Villa alone would be very worth a visit, a little masterpiece of the eclectic end-1800 style. In addition to that, a small but essential collection of the renown Livorno School of painting from end-1800 to WW2, centered on the important figure of Fattori. A great visit
Stefano Menicagli — Google review
Fabulous museum the Jewel in Lavornos crown, check out the opening times as they close for lunch.
Brendan Wilson — Google review
Enter round the back. Amazing paintings but sadly no photos allowed
Jake Lloyd Jones — Google review
Ver special collection of Renaissance art in a beautiful villa.
Seven Green (Bottles) — Google review
Scogli Piatti
11. Scogli Piatti
4.7
(554)
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
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Good view
Roman Petrovskyi — Google review
While beautiful in its own way, I wouldn't want to go back because finding a parking is almost impossible, there are no footpaths to the beach, and the beach is a rock. Totally not a place for toddlers, though ours had a little bit of fun watching crabs, urchins and other tiny sea creatures.
victoria nyaga — Google review
It's an amazing place. I strongly recommend to go there!
Leonardo Landi — Google review
If you arnt looking you might miss it but this is a sight to behold. Put a marker and visit it.
Zion Films — Google review
Best beach I went to in Italy. Magic hidden gem where the locals go
Lo — Google review
Oh yeah top quality 👏
Vito Padolecchia — Google review
Very beautiful!
Daiana Goanga — Google review
Top
Patrizio Orsini — Google review
Piazza della Repubblica
12. Piazza della Repubblica
4.1
(4284)
Sights & Landmarks
Historic Sites
Oval-shaped plaza on top of a moat, with statues of Grand Duke Ferdinand III & his son Leopold II.
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Huge harmonic Piazza. Great old details. Look at the see. Shopping for anything.
Natalia Stolbina — Google review
It's a good place for the ladies to shop and the men to watch the world go by. The roads around the square are very busy, and whilst I was sitting there, in twenty minutes there must have been for or five incidents that almost came to blows. In early afternoon on a bright summer's day it got so hot that I am sure you could try eggs on the could stone.
Ian White — Google review
Republic Square is Livorno's main town square on the far side of Via Grande, the main street dividing the city. Admire the plaza's impressive statues and beautiful gardens and learn about its history and secrets. Designed by Italian architect Luigi Bettarini in the early 19th century, the square is truly a monumental bridge. Livorno is a solid ancient city protected by a moat. Republic Square is located right above this moat, which is why it is often referred to as Voltone ("The Big Dome"). If you take a boat tour through the canals of Livorno, you will pass right below the square. See two giant statues spanning the square. The statue of Ferdinando III, Grand Duke of Toscana, stands on the side of the New Fort. A statue of his son, Leopold II, the last reigning Grand Duke of Toscana, is on the opposite side.
SONVT — Google review
One small city in Italy, nothing special to see there in the city...One day is more than enough to explore city..The good thing you can go to Piza and Florence from Livorno.
Lennard Koellner — Google review
Quite an unexpected find in this underrated city. The piazza is actually above a canal. Apparently it’s Europe’s largest bridge! Large enough for Rudy. I find port towns are always fascinating and vibrant with culture as they are gateways to the world. Perhaps not always the prettiest but Livorno has some real historic architectural gems.
Steiger _ — Google review
Just open area with couple of statues...not much to see... sun gave the beauty....
Arijana Sa — Google review
Good place for afternoon, nice gelato shop nearby.
Tamoghna Ojha — Google review
Nothing much around besides some nice coffee shops, restaurants and you can take a train to Rome, train station is just 10 mins walk away.
Pradeep Yadav — Google review
Via dell'Ardenza
13. Via dell'Ardenza
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Museo di Storia Naturale del Mediterraneo
14. Museo di Storia Naturale del Mediterraneo
4.4
(679)
Museum
Science museum
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Visit with children to th botanical garden..beautiful pond with fish
Honorina Tamburi Muhumpa — Google review
A nice little museum that covers geology, dinosaurs, invertebrates, human settlement, large mammals (saber tooth tigers, mammoths, etc.), cetaceans, and minerals among other things. Admission for an adult is 10 Euros.
Steven Spence — Google review
A nice little museum that covers geology, dinosaurs, invertebrates, human settlement, large mammals (saber tooth tigers, mammoths, etc.), cetaceans, and minerals among other things. Admission for an adult is 10 Euros.
Steven Spence — Google review
Very nice museum though the botanical garden looks like it hasn't been maintained for months. The staff was friendly though, and the parts within the building were maintained well. I did enjoy visiting so I would surely come again if I knew what I know now. It was a pity that most of the descriptions only were in Italian but that didn't bother me as much as the condition of the botanical garden.
Seppe Gillis — Google review
This Museum is almost exclusively in Italian but it has informative pictures. The museum containing information about human evolution from monkeys to what we are today, family tree of animals and dinosaurs and a marine exhibition with a 20 m long whale skeleton.
Arthur S — Google review
Very nice museum though the botanical garden looks like it hasn't been maintained for months. The staff was friendly though, and the parts within the building were maintained well. I did enjoy visiting so I would surely come again if I knew what I know now. It was a pity that most of the descriptions only were in Italian but that didn't bother me as much as the condition of the botanical garden.
Seppe Gillis — Google review
Visit with children to th botanical garden..beautiful pond with fish
Honorina Tamburi Muhumpa — Google review
The museum in itself is nothing extraordinary, but it is quite interesting nonetheless. I really like the park around it, which also has a small amphitheatre, a weather tower and a modern annex used for temporary exhibitions.
Giacomo Spagnoli — Google review
Small museum on the outskirts of Livorno. Helpful staff, nice outdoor area, for a small display, a lot of good exhibits. Their acquarium exhibits were not live - the only disappointment.
Jonathan Winston — Google review
Wonderful little museum, I loved the Mediterranean bonsai collection, and the roosters roaming free in the garden
Lucia Fanini — Google review
Nice little known place. Fantastic Sala del mare, with all the large whales hanging from the ceiling. Good also for little concerts and events
Francesco Forti — Google review
Cattedrale di San Francesco
15. Cattedrale di San Francesco
4.3
(854)
Cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
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Livorno este un oraș fermecător situat pe coasta de vest a Toscanei, pe Marea Ligurii și este considerat unul dintre cele mai importante porturi din Italia. (Translated by Google) Livorno is a charming city located on the west coast of Tuscany, on the Ligurian Sea, and is considered one of the most important ports in Italy.
Alin Voina — Google review
When I wanted to take a video in there, the choir started to song with great harmony. It was a wonderful moment
Chris Yu — Google review
Great place to visit, beautiful interior, fascinating history, very picturesque, would visit again, highly recommended place to visit!
Mark Argentino — Google review
Dopa
Jake Graves — Google review
incredible unique place in the world, find the time to go there, I recommend not small children or animals - I have both children and animals but it wouldn't be their place
Jerry Roberto Romani — Google review
Well ,in Tuscany is OK.....just Ok...Worth visit? Not really...
No one Paolo Everything — Google review
I think this is a church of the present day
Wijesuriya sc — Google review
Extraordinary interior..
And Cors01 — Google review
Good place..
Adesmon situmorang — Google review
As many in Italy, lucky this still for free..
John van Straalen — Google review
Very nice building ❤️❤️
Mohamed Kassem — Google review
Chiesa di Santa Caterina
16. Chiesa di Santa Caterina
4.5
(410)
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
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Beautiful representation of an Italian church. Sad to see the stucco on the dome is falling off but everything is absolutely beautiful in here.
Mitch Stewart — Google review
Very charming church, it's high dome and tower can be seen across Livorno. I found it's worn and half maintained look interesting and poignant. The inside is surprising lavish with nice statues and murals, but its a shame the painting on the Dome have crumbled. The entire area is a great stop off point as you walk though Neovo Venice.
A Cuchy — Google review
So Nice
John Lauritzen — Google review
A cute little baroque church that we could see from the new castle park so we decided to walk to it and check it out. The architecture is very contrasting with the dome being a markedly different style than the lower level construction. Very beautiful painted inside.
G Duvall — Google review
Nice church 😊😊😊 Christ and his family
Єксклюз ШП Киев — Google review
Amazing
Joshi Antony — Google review
Ok
Catt — Google review
Worth a visit
Johannes Rueter — Google review

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