Livorno, which is a port city on the coast of Tuscany, Italy, is one of the rare places that make tourists feel like they are in paradise. When big passenger ships anchor here, tourists are fascinated by this beautiful city when they disembark from the ship. The city which has the third biggest port of the country has a deep-rooted history dating back to the Neolithic period. In the city which was planned completely for port trade in the 16th century, you can observe the walls, castles, waterways and synagogues-churches where merchants worship. You can see the most interesting features of the city in Venezia Nuova located in the center of the city and defines as the 17th century Little Venezia region. The houses surrounded by bridges and canals and where merchants lived in the past are now used as restaurants and bars. The Monument of the Four Moors built in 1626 by Tacca is one of the most interesting works of art of the city and it represents the victory against the barbary pirates in the sea of Tuscany.
The region of Via Borra known as the heart of the city is famous for its magnificent architecture and Effetto Venezia festival held every July. You can witness the most panoramic views of the city with a boat tour on the canal. You can feel the mysterious spirit of the city by walking along the coast in the port area. Terrazza Maascagni is the meeting point of many romantic couples. It is a sea view terrace floored with black and white pieces. At this special point, watching the sunrise and sunset gives an unforgettable pleasure to the visitors. The city has also an aquarium filled with colorful fish and turtles.
The cuisine of Livorno, which is a city on the western coast of Tuscany, includes numerous options particularly delicious seafood. You can find budget-friendly restaurants both in the historical square and on the coast extending to the south.
In Livorno, there are daily ferries to the island of Capraia which is close to the city. One of the most beautiful features of the city is that it is close to Florence, an art city, and Leaning Tower of Pisa, the symbol of Italy. It is possible to reach Florence in 1,5 hours and Pisa in 20 minutes by train. The airport in Pisa is the closest airport to the city. After reaching the airport, you can travel to the city by bus or train.