Capalbio
Tourist Tour of the Beauty and Charm of Italy with Itinerary.
Things to do in Capalbio?
Article by Baldassarri Giuseppe from Italy
Review the itinerary to visit Capalbio to discover the attractions and local food and wine specialties to try, with related advice how to get there and where to stay:
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Certainly! Here's a revised itinerary for visiting Capalbio, including attractions, local food, wine specialties, advice on how to get there, and where to stay:
Day 1:
- Morning: Start your day by exploring the historic center of Capalbio. Take a stroll through the narrow streets and admire the medieval architecture. Visit the Capalbio Castle for panoramic views of the surrounding area.
- Afternoon: Head to the Tarot Garden (Giardino dei Tarocchi) to admire the unique sculptures inspired by tarot cards.
- Evening: Enjoy a dinner of Tuscan specialties. Try bruschetta, pici pasta, and pair your meal with local Tuscan wines like Morellino di Scansano or Montecucco.
Advice: Capalbio is best reached by car. If you're flying into Italy, you can rent a car from Rome's Fiumicino Airport (Leonardo da Vinci Airport) and drive to Capalbio, which is approximately 120 kilometers away. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rome to Capalbio and then hire a taxi or use local transportation to explore the town and its surroundings.
Accommodation: There are several accommodation options in Capalbio, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, and agriturismos (farm stays). Some recommended places to stay include Hotel Valle del Buttero, Locanda Rossa, and La Capalbiolina.
Day 2:
- Morning: Visit the WWF Oasis of Burano, a nature reserve offering beautiful landscapes and wildlife.
- Afternoon: Spend time at the Tombolo di Feniglia, a sandy beach with crystal-clear waters. Relax, swim, or take a leisurely walk along the shoreline.
- Evening: Enjoy another dinner of local cuisine. Try antipasto platters, bistecca alla Fiorentina (grilled T-bone steak), and finish with cantucci biscuits dipped in Vin Santo.
Advice: It's advisable to have a car to explore the surrounding attractions like the WWF Oasis of Burano and Tombolo di Feniglia. Alternatively, you can hire a local taxi or use the public transportation options available.
Day 3:
- Morning: Take a guided tour of a local winery, learn about the winemaking process and sample Tuscan wines.
- Afternoon: Visit the medieval town of Pitigliano, known as the "Little Jerusalem." Explore the streets, visit the Jewish Quarter, the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, and the Orsini Fortress. Try local delicacies like acquacotta and Bianco di Pitigliano wine.
- Evening: Have a farewell dinner in Capalbio, trying Maremma cuisine. Sample tortelli maremmani pasta, cinghiale in umido (stewed wild boar), and torta della nonna for dessert.
Advice: It's recommended to book winery tours in advance to ensure availability. Pitigliano is approximately a 40-minute drive from Capalbio, so having a car is convenient for this excursion.
I hope this revised itinerary, along with the advice on transportation and accommodation, helps you plan your visit to Capalbio! Enjoy exploring the attractions, savoring the local food and wine specialties, and have a wonderful stay.
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