Follonica is a resort town located in the southern part of the Tuscan Riviera. This resort is primarily beach-oriented thanks to one of the best beach lines on the shore which is long, sandy, with a gentle entrance to the sea. It is not surprising that the local beach has been repeatedly awarded the Blue Flag as one of the cleanest beaches in the world. Tourists love Follonica for its comfort and excellent natural conditions. There are different ways of how to get to Follonica, but the main starting points are usually Pisa or Rome.
Table of Contents:
How to get to Follonica from Pisa
How to get to Follonica from Rome
When to travel to Follonica
After some research, I decided to put together information I have previously found out and create a complete guide on how to organize a holiday in Follonica. I figured out how to get to Follonica, where to stay & what to do there. I really hope this detailed information will help you plan your trip to this enchanting sea resort.
To my mind, the best time for visiting Follonica is the summer period because the resort is ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Summers here are warm, sunny and perfectly suited for beach holidays. The swimming period lasts from June until October. The resort is washed by warm the Tyrrhenian Sea. Local infrastructure is developed very well and the natural landscapes are just gorgeous be it the sea or the local mountains.
How to get to Follonica
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Where do you fly into to get to Follonica? Getting to Follonica is possible from the nearest major cities nearby that are Pisa or Rome. There are direct flights to Pisa and Rome from different cities of the World. The current flight timetable can be checked via specialized online services such as Aviasales and others. I usually use Aviasales when planning my trips, because it can compare a great variety of available flight options.
How to get to Follonica from Pisa
The most convenient way to get to Follonica is from Pisa, which has its own international airport.Tourists can use either public transport or a car to reach their desirable travel destination.
How to get to Follonica from Pisa by train
There is a train station in Follonica, which greatly simplifies the ways of getting to the resort from Pisa. There are direct trains from Pisa. The journey time is about 1.5 hours. You can check the current train timetable and purchase tickets in advance at the Raileurope booking service. I really like Raileurope as it has a very convenient search with a lot of useful filters to sort the results. I often use it when planning my upcoming trips.
How to get to Follonica from Pisa by car
Another great option to get to Follonica is renting a car in Pisa. Moreover, you can even rent a car at the airport upon arrival. To do this, you need to have a passport, an international driver’s license and a bank card to pay for services. You can book the desired class of car in advance via various online services, such as Discover Cars, Economybookings and others.
Based on my research, getting from Pisa to Follonica by car is quite comfortable, since the cities are connected by good quality motorways – Pisa-Follonica No. E80 via San Vincenzo (see on the map). A rented car will also come in handy on vacation, as it will allow you to see its picturesque natural surroundings, which would be quite difficult to observe without having a car.
How to get to Follonica from Rome
There are different ways of how to get to Follonica from Rome. Travellers can choose between public transport or a car. Both means of transport have their own pluses.
How to get to Follonica from Rome by train
One of the most convenient ways of how to get to Follonica from Rome is to use a train. There is a train station in the town, which greatly simplifies the issue of getting there from Rome. For example, a direct train from Rome to Follonica takes 2 hours and 40 minutes, and trains depart from Rome up to 10 times a day. You can check the current train timetable and purchase tickets in advance at the Raileurope booking service. I truly recommend Raileurope as I use it pretty much often and it helps me a lot to find out the available connections.
How to get to Follonica from Rome car
As an option you can also rent a car in Rome. Moreover, you can even rent a car at the airport upon arrival. For renting you need to have a passport, an international driver’s license and a bank card to pay for services. You can book the desired class of car in advance via various online services, for instance, via Discover Cars, Economybookings, etc. Getting from Rome to Follonica by car is quite comfortable, since the cities are connected by highways: Rome-Follonica No. E80 via Civitavecchia and Orbetello (see on the map).
Where to stay in Follonica
After you have already decided how to get to Follonica, it is the time to find out available accommodation opportunities. Follonica is not a large resort, but it is very cozy and tourist-friendly. No surprise, it is usually fully booked during the “high” season. That is why, if you have chosen Follonica as your main holiday destination, it is highly advisable to book accommodation in advance. Among the local hotels there are several 4- and 3-star hotels and some hotels in the 2*, 1* and without stars categories.
As I discovered, the main options for accommodation here are apartments. The choice of apartments here is much wider. Options such as farm houses, holiday homes, country houses and guest houses are also somewhat popular.
When booking a hotel in Follonica, you should pay attention to such parameters as distance from the beach (some hotels have their own private beach area), the presence of restaurants or other food courts on site, the availability of Wi-Fi, parking (if you are traveling by car), etc. Please note that Follonica is a small town, so, in my point of view, it is better to choose a hotel with a wide range of services. For example, the following hotels are consistently popular:
3 and no star hotels
Relais Torre Mozza – Dimore d`Epoca is located on the shore and has its own private beach area. There is a bar on site. You can stay in rooms of various categories, including family rooms. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Free private parking is provided on site.
Ausonia 3* is surrounded with pine trees and offers its guests a private beach. There is a restaurant and bar on site. Guests can stay in rooms of various categories, including family rooms. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Street parking can also be found near here. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and there is luggage storage.
Giardino 3* is located within the town. There is a bus stop nearby, from where buses run to the beach area. There is a bar on site. You can stay in rooms of various categories, including family rooms. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Free public parking is provided nearby. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and has luggage storage.
4-star hotels
Golfo del Sole Holiday Resort 4* is located on the beach and offers its guests a swimming pool, a bar and a restaurant, as well as an equipped beach area. A fitness room and tennis court are also available. Guests can stay in studios, apartments or private bungalows. Wi-Fi is available in some hotel rooms free of charge. As online booking services provide tourists reviews, I found out that free private parking can be found on site. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and there is luggage storage.
Bella Mbriana 4* is located 150 m from the beach. The hotel has a spa area with a sauna and a Turkish bath. There is also a restaurant, a bar and a terrace on site. Guests can stay in rooms of various categories. Breakfast is included in the price. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Public parking nearby is provided for an additional fee. It is important to have a parking place in case you choose a car as a way of how to get to Follonica. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and there is luggage storage available.
What to see in Follonica
The old part of Follonica is charming and very atmospheric. Narrow streets alternate with medieval squares, and cozy street cafes tempt you with their homemade cuisine. However, there are no significant historical sites in Follonica. The main advantage of the resort is its spacious sandy beaches, many of which are marked with the Blue Flag. Follonica is ideal for a beach holiday. It is located in the province of Grosseto, close to other famous resorts called Punta Ala, Orbetello, Saturnia, Marina di Grosseto, but it is in Follonica, unlike other resorts, that the Italians choose to spend their holidays and this says a lot.
For an excursion vacation, you should go to the surrounding area. For example, in the neighborhood of Follonica there are pine forests that have healing properties. Nearby you can find the thermal area of Orbetello and Saturnia, where you can swim in natural mineral pools in summer. According to my research, travellers can to Saturnia via highways # SP159 and E80 via Grosseto (approximately 100 km), and to Orbetello via highway # E80 via Grosseto (about 85 km).
Where to go for a one-day trip
You can also observe the Italian island of Elba from Follonica, which can be reached with an excursion ferry. The closest historical cities are Perugia and Arezzo. The Raccordo Autostradale #A1 Perugia (213 km) leads to Perugia, and # SS223 (179 km) leads to Arezzo. Florence is also just 170 km away, where highway #E80 leads from Follonica. You can also get to all these historical cities by train, because there is a train station in the town.
In general, I can say that Follonica is ideal for a traditional beach holiday, and, thanks to its developed transport infrastructure, it is a convenient starting point for day trips. The holiday season lasts in Follonica from May to September inclusive. The sea here, in the southern part of the Tuscan Riviera, remains warm for quite a long time, in fact until the end of September – beginning of October, so the beach season in Follonica lasts quite a long time, there are practically no rains or cloudiness. There are different ways of how to get to Follonica, so tourists can choose the best suitable option for them.
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Photo above the article: Jacopo
Julia is an experienced traveller, BA in International Relations and Languages and true lover of planning trips in advance. Learn more about the author…
