Things to do in Elba Island in November

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November is a good time to visit Elba Island.

Elba Island 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 November trip to Elba Island. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to November. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

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Best attractions for Elba Island in November

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Elba Island has to offer for travelers in November, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Elba Island 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 Elba Island for November.
Spiaggia di Sansone
1. Spiaggia di Sansone
4.7
(7035)
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Intimate, no-frills beach featuring a rocky shoreline, clear swimming waters & surrounding cliffs.
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it's a hidden gem perfect for those looking to escape the more crowded tourist spots. The beach is accessible via a short but steep path, adding a sense of adventure to your visit. For a day at Spiaggia di Sansone, "Elba island travel guide 2024" by Margaret D. Montgomery is an excellent choice.
Absolutely magical beach. We were blown away! The water is perfect. May was the perfect time to come as there was nobody around.
Great beach, bring water shoes to be optimally comfortable. With flip flops or sandals you won't be comfortable, the beach is made of little rocks that go under your feet and hurt a little. The beach can be accessed with a 10 minute hike, nothing major but not accessible with wheelchairs or strollers. The bar on top of the beach is great for a snack and a drink.
We read a lot of reviews before going and only read come early to get a free parking. Early means prior 8.30 I would say, we were there at that time and already looked pretty full. LOOK AT THE SIGNS on the street! A lot of people parked on the street and ended up with a fine about 29€. At the point it is better to pay for the parking which costs 18€. The parking also has limited spaces available. To go to the beach you have to walk a bit, the way goes down and then back up. You will first find a small beach and then the Sansone beach. You can get umbrella and sunbeds for 40€ for the entire day. The beach at 10 is already full and packed. Forget about having a lot of space, where your towel ends another begins. Except of that the water is crystal clear and it is very beautiful 😊.
I visited Spiaggia di Sansone beach on Saturday and was truly impressed! The beach is beautiful with clean sand, and the water was warm and crystal clear, just like in the photos. The water was so transparent that you could easily see the fish and pebbles on the bottom. It’s a perfect spot for both relaxing and swimming. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates natural beauty and cleanliness. A truly amazing place!
Definitely the number 1 of Elba. You have a good walk to get there up and down, steep at time and with steps, so not recommended to those with limited mobility, and no for small kids. The walk 15/20 min, was definitely worth it, we went there the 10 June in the morning 11 am and was already packed definitely a no go from now on until the end of the summer season to go back from September. Also you have a pay parking for 14 euro daily. The water is just stunning, swimming among fishes and white pebbles ! (This is the beach which is the image of the Acqua del Elba parfum ) You don't have a bar on the beach but one up few steps fee minutes walk. You have the sides with free beach and then the center with pay beds and umbrella as unfortunately most beaches in Italy (Islands and no)
Amazing beach, rocky instead of sand, but the water is incredible. Good spot for swimming and enjoying the day. There’s a small restaurant to buy snacks and drinks with and amazing view from the top. The parking situation is a nightmare. Make sure you arrive early as it gets crowded. Parking is done in the small mountain road and then you have to do a short hike downwards to the beach. This place is not accesible for wheelchair. Umbrellas and beach beds are available for rent however in small qty due to the limited space.
One of the most beautiful (perhaps the most beautiful) beaches on the island of Elba. Even on the way to the beach, where you walk for a while along a trail, there are stunning views of the crystal-clear emerald sea. The pebbles are white, the beach and the sea are clean, with a quick entry into the water. Sometimes, there are small waves, and when snorkeling, you can see fish or swim to other nearby beaches. Highly reccomended for people who wants to see beautiful beach and are not afraid of a small trail and people in the season.🤿🐠🌊
Fetovaia
2. Fetovaia
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Spiaggia di Cavoli
3. Spiaggia di Cavoli
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Spiaggia della Biodola - Portoferraio (li)
4. Spiaggia della Biodola - Portoferraio (li)
4.4
(4812)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
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Clear waters, perfect for snorkeling.. a clean beach with white sands and a decent place for families with all necessary facilities
Sady beach with a lot paid sunbeds and sunscreens. Limited places for sand laying. Parking on the slope - sideroads. Paid parking 15€ a day, 12€ from 13.30. many bar options.
Amazing beach! Our favourite on Elba, highly recommend to spend your day here! Snorkelling is fantastic as well.
Great beach. White sand and easy to go into the water. Standing is possible for 10-15 meters and there are also various opportunities such as banana or sofa rides. Most spots are occupied by sunbeds from hotels or to purchase. Only trouble is parking and spots for your own umbrella
A destination for a romantic sunset view or a quiet getaway to chill and watch the sunset, along with a brilliant beach bar 🍸🍹
Nice sandy beach with good terrace/ restaurant and beautiful view. Beach is excellent for children, you can walk in to the see for like 50 meters.
Maybe it's because it's August, but too crowded, high prices, and the sea wasn't as good as the pics
It is an excellent beach to spend holidays. Though too many people gather specially during July and August, you can still have your space as it covers huge area. The sea is excellent. Views are great. Perfect place for a change.
Marina di Campo Beach
5. Marina di Campo Beach
4.3
(5285)
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Popular beach along scenic inlet surrounded by rows of cliffs & Mediterranean vegetation.
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Biggest beach on Elba. Best enjoyed in June or September but always a treat.
Nice area, very beautiful view and good restaurants. But I did not see something extraordinary like lighthouse or castle here (maybe just me).
Nice sandy beach with shallow water- suitable for small kids.
A nice beach but not my favorite on Elba island. All of the beaches are beautiful but some are amazing! This is not an amazing beach. But Marina di Campo is a great little town to stay in for a few nights.
Great place, lots of space, water a bit shallow.
Good beach....but too many people. Be careful a large part of the beach is now private and you need to pay. If you're coming from somewhere else than Marina Di Campo pay attention to parking because there are expensive and almost all full after 10am.
Sandy beach. There is a nice local market on Wednesday
Beautiful! The only spot on the island with sandy beach and shallow water.
Spiaggia di Capo Bianco
6. Spiaggia di Capo Bianco
4.5
(3358)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Craggy cliffs line this small, white-pebble beach with umbrellas & clear waters for snorkeling.
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Gorgeous beach all in white and blue. The white stones are very pretty with the transparent sea. The whole beach and water was very clean. The beach is quite small and could be very crowded. We went at late afternoon and it was perfect as some people were leaving.
We’ve been to this beautiful beach with white stones. Takes around 10 mins walk but it’s totally worth it. Good for kids to play as well. Small restaurant serving Coffee/ice cream close by
A breathtaking beach with white stones.Just next to the shore you can already see fish swimming around so it is a nice spot for children and of course for adults as well for snorkeling😊
Rocky Beach. It's nice and suggestive but difficult to arrive and can get very packed of people. There is a little bar and public toilet on top of the mountain. There is the possibility to rent the umbrella but it's better to do it in advanced.
A lovely beach, always seems to be a nice breeze there even in the August heat. There's a bar/restaurant. Lovely spot for swimming
Stunning beach but quite small and very crowded. If you walk west at the end of the beach and you will cross the cliff you can find another part of the beach which is almost empty
Usually I would avoid stony beaches, but with Capo Bianco I felt in love. Great beach, parking available nearby and awesome for snorkeling.
Highly recommended this hidden gem. A bit away from the main beaches but a wonderful day swimming and snorkelling. It’s a stone beach so pack sandals and be sure to bring cash for parking, approx 6-10euros for the day. Well worth it!
Lacona Beach
7. Lacona Beach
4.3
(1940)
Beach
Sights & Landmarks
Coastal strip backed by hills, with tranquil waters popular for swimming & paddle boarding.
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Sand is clean, sea is blue, on sides are cliffs and on one of them is camping on terraces. Lovely beach, busy with lots of families, so don't expect a quiet escape. Very popular for families with kids. Five stars for the lack of infrastructure for such a wide central beach. Very beautiful water, very sandy seabed not ideal for those who love snorkeling. Long shallow backdrop, ideal for children. Crystal clear waters, with a thousand shades from light blue to green Elba. At the ends of the beach there are excellent rocks for snorkeling activities.there is also some stone while in the eastern part it slopes very slowly and is only made of very fine sand.
Nice sandy beach in Lacona. In the morning very crowded and noisy. Lots of bars and restaurants nearby so you don't have to search far to find a place to eat. We didn't find showers, unless in paid service area.
The beach is very cool but the guys operating the blue umbrellas are a bit shifty. We had been coming for almost two weeks, renting two sun chairs and the umbrella for 30€ a day. Suddenly one day they tell us our kids are too big all of a sudden and we need to rent one sunchair more. Funny thing is our two elder daughters (16 and 14 years old) are the same size but apparently only one extra chair was needed. Such greed is a pity.
Lovely beach, busy with lots of families, so don't expect a quiet escape. Good bars and food near by. Parking is an issue, so ensure you get there at a good time
Nice sand beach with shallow waters. The beach can get crowded, so we set up our towels in an area with pine trees immediately behind - more space plus shadow! Parking fees are acceptable (6 EUR/day).
Sandy long beach, very crowded. Not the most beautiful on the island, but tastes differ of course. Very popular for families with kids. Minus stars for the lack of infrastructure for such a wide central beach, parking is limited, no showers. Walked the beach back and forth in search of public toilets, haven't found any. Googled it...haven't found any..or they must be really well hidden. Asked some beach workers, the answer was to use the bars toilets. I wonder how families with kids manage such situation. This is basic beach infrastructure to have a public toilet, and a couple of showers..
Big sandy beach with shallow warm, and not so clean waters. Perfect for kids. Avoid if you can’t handle crowds and thousands of umbrellas..
bit of paradise. i love this place. Sand is clean, sea is blue, on sides are cliffs and on one of them is camping on terraces. nearby buffets are handy to pop for something to eat or drink. sure, bit overpriced.
Spiaggia di Procchio
8. Spiaggia di Procchio
4.2
(3866)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
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Nice big sandy beach! Not worse than Cavoli, if you want more space and some waves- it's perfect!
The water is murky, with a greenish tint and a greasy film floating on the surface. It looks polluted and unappealing, making it hard to enjoy swimming or relaxing by the shore :( I recommend the beach in Pomonte; it's great for snorkeling.
Green green green water… Beautiful sand and well served beach A nice amount of free beach too. Sea is not nice. Fluorescent green color 😔 i was relying on reviews talking about beautiful clean sea at Elba island, so far i just saw one so so spot and two terribile green. The island itself is very charming and has great vibe but sea is far from nice and clean, unfortunately. And the prices of hotels restaurants and the rest is as you were at Bora Bora… Don’t waste time and money if you’re looking for nice waters. If you’re up for hiking n camping yes.
This is a 1 km long Beach divided in three, the first one is the bigger and it's covered in sand, here you can find restaurants and services. Next is a smaller beach covered in sand and small pebbles, here water is calmer and it's perfect for small children, you can find one of the best lunch restaurants there called la Guardiola. Last is the smaller beach, it's the calmest both in noise and waves. The water here is the cleanest but there are lot of poseidonia, a water plant, so if you're scared I don't recommend coming here. Overall the beach is well furnished with all types of services ranging from tennis courts to pedaló and canoes.
Great bay, beautiful sandy beach, great food and friendly service at the Tahiti beach restaurant and a gorgeous polyglot sailing school: Elba Water Sports
Cute little town on a beautiful sand beach. Make sure to have lunch at Hotel del Golfo. The catch of the day is especially delicious.
Great beach with various public areas, amazing scenery, clean water. At the far right end, there is a protected shallow bay that seems like a kiddie pool it's so warm.
This beach wasn’t our first choice, we ended up there due to road being closed for bike races, but it turned out to be one of the fines beaches we’ve been on Elba. Sandy, flat and with plenty of bars, water rather shallow and very clean
Mount Capanne
9. Mount Capanne
4.7
(538)
Mountain peak
Nature & Parks
The highest mountain on Elba Island, with a dramatic summit accessible by hike or cablecar.
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Mount Capanne, is a hiker's paradise and a must-visit for nature lovers. The highest peak on Elba, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding sea and islands. Whether you're a photographer, an adventure enthusiast, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, Mount Capanne is an unforgettable destination. For a comprehensive travel guide, I recommend "ELBA ISLAND" This guidebook covers not only Mount Capanne and Elba but also provides in-depth information on the broader Tuscany region, including practical tips, detailed maps, and cultural insights that will enhance your travel experience.
Must visit when on Elba, cabin for 2 people up and down for 40 euro, worth every cent!
The Bar at the top is not working, they should change the working times. The toilets at the top were also closed. Everything else was OK.
Go to the top and get high!
Beautiful. No further comments needed!
Very nice and fairly easy mountain walk up to Monte Capanne. Start at the cable car on route 1. If you are used to Alpine mountain walking, the trip takes about 1.5-2 hours. You will see beautiful nature and great views throughout the walk. It is very empty as 99.9% of people take the cable car. The top of Monte Capanne is very busy and completely built up with telecom and TV antennas. Hence, enjoy your walk up.
Hiking the Monte Capanne was great fun, especially since the way 101 up is very easy to follow and pretty beautiful as well. The view from the top across the island and beyond is amazing! Thanks to the nice lady of the little café, she was very sweet. We went down by foot too, it's a nice 1-day-tour (2,5 hours to the top, 2 hours having a break + lunch there, 1.5 hours back..more or less.)
The view from the highste point on Elba is amazing. You can see all the island around and the beautiful island Elba with all his colors
Spiaggia delle Ghiaie
10. Spiaggia delle Ghiaie
4.5
(9527)
Public beach
Outdoor Activities
400 m. of white pebble beach, with clear water for snorkeling, rentable chairs & nearby eateries.
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Really nice beach with white round rocks. Water has beautiful blue color. Watch out for jellyfish farther from the shore. The beach is a bit crowded and Elba has many beaches to offer.
Right in the city center and part of the protected beaches so you literally swim among seabreams and sea bass all around you ❤️ By being the city beach is overpopulated already from 10 June until end of August, would not suggest to go to until September or next year until June 15 max as the busy season is already on.
Such a nice beach! Transparent crystal water, not too overcrowded even on weekends, ideal for snorkeling, and the surrounding views are gorgeous. Make sure to have rubber shoes, as it's a rocky beach. I put 4 stars, because amenities are at a several minutes walking distance, and it's trickier with having umbrellas. Might not also be ideal for small children. All in all, the beach was beautiful.
Beautiful!! Water was cold but refreshing! Gorgeous white pebbles and staff was amazing at Socorrista with beach chairs, very lovely
Right in the center of Portoferraio where the harbour is, you find this beautiful Pebble beach. Wonderful water and lots of bars and restaurants very close by. We rent two flats in a residence just near the beach. At night we strolled for the historical center and we saw Napoleon Bonaparte 's villa. Beautiful experience.
Almost in the city centre, I could see an octopus and a moray eel few mts away from the shore. Hard to believe the port is so close. Older kids can learn to snorkel with great pleasure. For younger kids the water get deep quickly so you need to watch them out more carefully than in other places
Fantastic best Beach ever water clear as glass. Nice pebbles on beach.Water warm and great for snorkeling.Must see!!
Nice beach with white stones so be prepared to wear some good footwear. Too many people in the month of July and if you want to have a good spot, be there before 8am! When it's crowded, many groups would want to stay closer to you so be sure to spread your towels and claim your space! Shadows start to occupy the place at around 3pm.
Spiaggia del Relitto
11. Spiaggia del Relitto
4.5
(1700)
Lido
Outdoor Activities
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We were with #Bigfoot and #Littlefeet at Pomonte Beach directly opposite the shipwreck of the Elviscot, a small merchant ship that ran aground on the reef there in 1972 and gradually sank. It's a small beach and you should get there early. It's right next to the rental shop for subs, pedal boats and beach chairs. Opposite, on the way up to the coastal road, there is a small, well-stocked kiosk with original photos of the sinking of the Elviscot. There's also Aperitif Spritz, Prosecco and everything your heart desires when it's 35 degrees in the shade. From the beach you can swim across to the reef and snorkel quite quickly. Good visibility and lots of colorful fish have taken over the reef. Every two hours a tour boat comes with 50-80 tourists on board, who then go into the water. In general: swimmers should be careful because there are lots of boats and other floating objects around here. If you come here with children, you should rent a pedal boat. The trip is fun and one person can stay on board while the others swim and snorkel. You should watch out for the current from the northwest, which is quite strong. What is the best way to get to the beach? There are two ways to get there. If you are coming by car from Marina del Campo, for example, you will find a small car park on the Küdtenstrasse just before Pomonte on the left-hand side and then, in the bend a little further on, there is a sign for a somewhat steep footpath that takes about 10 minutes and takes you past the kiosk. It is easier if you are travelling by car, because you drive to Pomonte and turn left at the main intersection (the church is on the right) and drive towards Pomonte Beach and then turn left at the bottom. A small but steep bridge takes you to the car park of the shipwreck beach. Here it costs an hour There is a parking lot in Pomonte and also on the right at the exit of the town towards Marina del Campo, which was free for us because the parking machine was broken. Of course you can also park on the coastal road above the town (for free) in the hope that you won't get caught by the police. All in all, one of the best beaches on the island. Definitely highly recommended!
A pretty small beach with rental of pedal-boats and kayaks. You can also rent places to lay. Overall you can visit for free but it can be very crowded during seasons.
Rocky beach, great for snorkeling, the shipwreck is easily reachable swimming or by kayak/sup (next to the rocks in front of the beach). No shade, no toilets, some parking spots close by.
Like many other beaches in Elba's Island, this one makes no exception in size. A small strip of land covered with rounded shingles is what to expect. If you are luky enough to get there and able to get parking for your vehicle, ( this is a real constant pain on this Island) the real surprise is the sea and surely what's underwater, incredible emerald colors in crystal clear waters. Unerwater visibility of the shipwreck sitting on the seabed at approx 15 meters deep was perfect on a good sunny day, this is snorkelling heaven. Mind you the strong currents, some basic scuba equipment is a must. Like all other site I visited during my short stay, it has definetely exceeded my expectation. On the beach you can find a small shack for refreshment and services. If you plan a visit of the Island this should be one of your stops. Perfect destination for adults and youg families. Enjoy.
Super cool spot for an afternoon (mornings seem extra busy). You can buy drinks and snacks from the friendly beach bar, and lunch in the nearby village.
Hard to beat, the beach is nice and the lifeguard and owner Alex is kind and fun. There is a bar with food and drinks, but not a restaurant... Parking is easy and well organized.
Find the shipwreck but be aware of the jellyfish and the current! Good swimmers may reach the wreck from the beach. Nice fish and other marine life.
Nice stone beach. Great for snorkeling and the reck under water is very cool. A bit too windy the day, but overall is pleasant.
Acquario dell'Elba
12. Acquario dell'Elba
3.8
(1968)
Permanently Closed
Aquarium
Nature & Parks
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Very beautiful sea creatures. Ticket for adult is 8€(reasonable price). Directions to the aquarium from Marina di Campo(less than 5minutes with car), big parking.
Mixed bag here. On one side it’s interesting to see the fish you might encounter in the waters around the island, but at the same time many tanks seem between to small and WAY to small for the animals in them. 12€ for an adult entrance isn’t super expensive, but you must be ready to see some LEGO that aren’t really at their place here. At the end, I give it 2 stars because I would have preferred to spend my money in an other way as I was hoping for a healthier place for the animals.
This place is bizarre. There are empty tanks left and right, whilst some specimens seem to be contained in tanks that are far too small for them. There was also a tank in which several fish had died and not been removed. The price was €12 per adult ticket, a total of €48 (at the time of visit it was just over £40) which seems a lot for such a small aquarium.
Cool but the floors were soaking wet because of condensation of the tanks, the rays were clearly injured, some tanks were open and no one to check if someone could touch an animals or hurt them??? At least some plushies at the store in the aquarium were made by a brand that say they would donate money to saving the ocean. Should have more staff to take care of the poor animals
We had a fantastic visit to the aquarium. It helped us learn about the species we observed while snorkeling. It was clean and all the fish appeared to be in great condition. Thank you kindly for a very pleasant experience!
Waste of money. Used to be a great wee place to visit but now it looks tired and just a money-maker for the hotel. Loads of tanks now have Lego models or stuff made from scrap (no idea why as it’s an aquarium, not some art place) and at £12 per person, it’s simply a rip off!!! No real sign that it’s doing any conservation work either so zero value in going. The look on this fish says it all 😖
Nice but little aquarium that displays some nice fish
It is a nice little aquarium that is fun to walk through. We were there at 9 am so there was no else there when we arrived. At the moment there is a small Lego exebition which was the main reason for us to visit. I can give a recommendation especially for families with little children.
Spiaggia di Barabarca - Capoliveri (li)
13. Spiaggia di Barabarca - Capoliveri (li)
4.5
(1452)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Sandwiched between some cliffs & a wooded promontory, this small beach has emerald green waters.
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Amazing water, good for snorkeling, quite deep. free parking, nice bar
Top notch. Free parking. A small place to get drinks and some snacks. Not that busy. As always crystal clear water. A 3min walk from the Car park to get here. If the free parking is full about 100m up the road there is paid parking. Very quiet and peaceful beach.
There are two parkings. One is for free but basically always full and one to be paid, for 2€ an hour. One of the parking (the free one) leads to the Zuccale beach while to other one to Barabarca beach. Couple of stairs to go down, the beach is a mix of pebbles and send, there is the possibility to pay to get an umbrella and sunbeds. Also a bar is available. The water is crystal clear! And great sunset!
Great small beach, if you are looking for some privacy and peace. Sand/little stones, some natural shade.
Beautiful clear water and clean beach with a bar. Good step access down from the free car park, and another paid car park which starts charging for the summer from 1st June.
Nice cozy little beach with beautiful clear water. There's a nice bar with friendly young people. Parking the whole day is 6€, 2 beach-beds and an umbrella is 15€.
Our absolute top on Elba. Small and rather difficult to get to but really beautiful and quiet. Fantastic for a swim and some sunbathing. Bring you own umbrella or rent one from the only bar there. If you want to stay away from noise and internet (very lousy connection) do not hesitate.
The beach is nice, clean water, sand but we had other favourites on Elba :)
Mickey Mouse
14. Mickey Mouse
4.4
(848)
Italian restaurant
Pizza restaurant
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First of all loved the food, well served and well presented. The panoramic terrace it’s really beautiful with I view that will leave amazed. The service was Al good. I absolutely recommend this place
I know, the name... But the place is nice, the staff is kind, and the food (I had pizza) is average — keeping in mind this is Italy. Still, in Elba it’s really hard to find a good place to eat without breaking the bank, so this might be a solid option
Really beautiful there, beautiful view and sunset, service was nice, the food is very good and the prices are good too.
At first I wasn't sure about this place because the name was Mickey mouse but it went above my expectations. Food tasted amazing, some of the dishes looked like it wasn't enough but it was filling and most dishes had unique flavors. There was also a good amount of dishes for picky eaters. The servers were all very nice and one even apologized twice for forgetting not to take out the mushrooms on one dish. One last thing I would recommend is the outside tables, I sat at one and the view made the evening.
The food was outstanding, simply delicious. The service was very nice and attentive and had pretty good recommendations. The chef approached us to ask if the food was to our liking, that’s very much appreciated. Thank you for a great dinning experience! Will come back for sure.
One of the most beautiful restaurants I’ve been to. You have a beautiful view onto the sea. The food is also amazing, while the pizza is one of the best pizza on Elba! The waiters are super friendly and competent. We’ve been here multiple times during our one week stay!
The view is amazing, food and wine is good. Absolutely worth visiting.
Stunning view and the food was very appetizing and tasty. Worth a visit!
Villa San Martino Residenza Napoleonica
15. Villa San Martino Residenza Napoleonica
3.7
(2573)
History museum
Sights & Landmarks
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I visited this villa after Villa dei Mulini and enjoyed this visit more than the previous one. Even if both villas are quite decadent and seem to lack maintenance, this one has a larger garden and more interesting rooms, with intricate decor. Some of the walls are painted with beautiful trompe l'oeil and there is a distant sea view among the vegetation that add to the atmosphere. Some people complained about the parking costing 4€, regardless of the length of stay, beware that on May 2024 the parking is a whopping 5€. Also, dogs are not allowed anywhere on the property. Luckily I was with my family, so we took turns for the visit and stayed long enough to get the 5€ worth of parking ;-)
Has a lot of potential but feels kind of “bad maintained” considering it used to be the residence of one of the most important figures back in the day. Parking was 5€ and entree 2€(18-24years) and 5€ for rest, under 18 is free. Overall worth a visit due to its history but don’t expect too much.
As part of heritage - nice to visit. But nothing a lot to see to be honest. Just few rooms with some furniture, some definetely original. Entrance 5€ for adults, 18-25 years 2€. Below 18- free- and that is nice which gave one more star to my review.
I like this place even the garden is not stunning. You can feen the special climate here. 5 Eur for entrance.
Was closed even though on Google maps it said "open". Many people went there on that day to find a paper written notice that due to weather conditions the museum was closed. I could say what they mean since the weather wasn't too bad. In addition the road to the parking space was all muddy and not taken care of for a looong time. Plus there are several little souvenir shops and bars/restaurants in front of the museum that smell horribly bad and are very not to be recommended.
This place has so much potential, but unfortunately, it doesn’t live up to it. The storyline feels weak and underdeveloped, with very little description to draw you in. The translations are poor, which makes the experience even harder to follow. The place itself seems to be slowly deteriorating and is in serious need of renovation. It could be something truly special with the right care and attention, but as it stands, it’s a disappointment.
Nice, the trip to it is nice. What I didn't liked is the fact that the closing hour, Sunday 31'st October, is 13:00, which is pretty early, considering that most people travel in weekend. Due to this I didn't had the opportunity to see it inside. The villa certainly looks good, but would need a bit more maintenance, at least in the outside.
The museum doesn't offer many things, but overall is a nice place to chill out and get a 19th century feeling...
Spiaggia di Sant'Andrea
16. Spiaggia di Sant'Andrea
4.4
(7257)
Outdoor Activities
Public beach
Compact sandy bay with dinghy rental & snorkeling around rocky outcrops, plus al fresco beach bars.
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Highly recommend to visit this beach, it is one of the special and interesting place for beach lovers, archeology and hiking people. There is a path in the stones along the beach super nice marked and made from clay and small bridges. There was some group with students and the guide that was talking about exceptional cristalisation of marmur in the granit around the beach.
Nice, small sandy beach. Pretty busy but nevertheless a warm, relaxed atmosphere. The beach has a good infrastructure for renting all kinds of beach, watersports equipment and boats, also a small diving center, restaurants and a shop. No ATM though (June 2025).
Nice beach, clear water, have a good choices of places to eat and got a place where you could rent an umbrella with chairs.
We spent more than 1 hour getting to the place in the photo. As a result, we couldn't park here, then had to pay 30 € for a place on the beach and look at the crowd
Beautiful beach with bars and restaurants. Perfect for families with small children, since there is a playground and a separated area with very shallow water even for very small children where no wave arrive.
Lovely sandy beach to enjoy with all the members of the family, even dogs! You can rent boats too! It's also a good idea to bring your swimming mask.
I have to say, after reading the positive reviews and visiting Sant’Andrea because of them, I was very disappointed. True, it was a windy day, but I arrived to find the beach only about 5-6 meters deep, from where the surf was hitting to the sea wall. I arrived at 9:30 and parked (10€ for half-day, 9 am til 2 pm…not bad). The beach was already packed. Please note the roughly 75% of the beach is taken up with loungers and umbrellas for sale. Anyone wanting to lounge for free is crammed into the remaining roughly 25%. Again, it was windy, so the surf was up and the water was quite murky. You can take all of this with a grain of salt…this is only my 3rd day on Elba, so it will be interesting to see how other beaches compare. So far, I have visited Pomonte beach, and though rocky, I felt like there was much more space and the water was so much cleaner!
Very cramped beach. At least the sandy area. Lots of rocky areas to lie on but they aren't as smooth as they look. Parking is very difficult. Based on previous reviews we decided to find a road verge at the far East of the village and were lucky to find a small space despite it also being busy there. This did bring us down to a lovely little beach and the start of the coastal trail that leads to the main beach and village. The views and rock formations on route are amazing and worth the walk. It is a bit tricky in places in flip flops

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