Livorno

Livorno

Italy

Wander through the Renaissance masterpiece of Pisa's Leaning Tower, just 25 minutes away by train from this charming Tuscan port city.

Currency Euro (EUR)
Language Italian
Time Zone CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit May–Oct
Typical Duration 7-14 nights
Price Range From $249 pp
Port Type Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port No

Gateway to Tuscany and Florence, Livorno serves as a major Mediterranean hub offering access to Renaissance art, Italian culture, and some of Europe's most iconic coastal destinations.

Cruises that visit Livorno

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Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Tower of Pisa The kids enjoyed sitting down at painting Pisa. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 199k Closes soon · 8 PM
Acquario di Livorno Small but we spent a good 1.5 hours there with the kids on a rainy day. Tourist attraction · ★ 4 · 8k Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Il Porto Fish Restaurant Livorno BST Very delicious and extremely fresh seafood during our entire Italy trip. Seafood · ★ 4.6 · 7k
Centro Commerciale "Fonti del Corallo" Has a lot of nice shops and a huge supermarket. Shopping mall · ★ 4.1 · 6k Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Centro Commerciale Parco Levante There is decathlon, kiabi, h&m and restaurants and supermarket. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 5k Open · Closes 9 PM
Ristorante Il Romito Incredible view, great fish and excellent pizza dough. Seafood · ★ 4.3 · 5k
Monumento dei Quattro Mori Fantastic work of art. Historical landmark · ★ 4.4 · 5k
Stuzzicheria di Mare Wonderful, no frills, gastronomic delight in Livorno. Seafood · ★ 4.4 · 4k
Melafumo Livorno So tasteful food, friendly service and unique atmosphere. Seafood · ★ 4.5 · 4k Closed · Opens 1 PM Thu
Quercetano Bay Beautiful secluded spot with crystal clear water and big rocks. Public beach · ★ 4.5 · 4k
Old Fortress, Livorno It is free and lots of interesting things to read up and see. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 3k
Bar Livorno Always open, a nice place to meet friends and relax. Espresso bar · ★ 4.2 · 3k
Da Gagarin Di Chiappa Giuliano Amazing little foccacias with eggplant and chickpea tarte for a great price! Sandwich · ★ 4.8 · 3k
Porto di Mare Must trims the tuna tartar, sea bass and the pasta Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 3k
Mercato Centrale Art by Ninjart Instagram : @ninjart_art Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 3k Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Thu
Porto di Livorno The staff were well-organized and efficient. Seaport · ★ 3.8 · 3k
Trattoria Armandino - Specialitá di pesce try the seafood carbonara or the mussels (cozze) wirh tomato and egg!!! Italian · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Osteria Antica Tradizione “La Barrocciaia” Best Tiramisu we had in Italy. Italian · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Ristorante Il Molo Some of the best seafood dishes we’ve had in all of Italy. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Osteria della Venezia The food is not only cheap but great portions and really good quality. Seafood · ★ 4.4 · 2k
Centro Commerciale Porta a Mare Good clothes shops, restaurants and entertainment stuff like bowling etc... Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 2k Open · Closes 11 PM
Bar Civili Would revisit Livorno just to spend an afternoon here. Espresso bar · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Rotonda d'Ardenza Art by Ninjart Instagram : @ninjart_art Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Ristorante "Il Tegolo Livorno" Beautiful restaurant, amazing service, delicious menu! Seafood · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Le Torri Shopping Center Modern shopping mall on the harbour. Shopping mall · ★ 3.6 · 2k Closes soon · 8 PM
Il Tramezzino The coffee remains excellent and the staff is much appreciated. Bar · ★ 4.4 · 2k
Civic Museum "Giovanni Fattori" Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Scoglio della Regina Locals seems to have good fun. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 2k
Bad Elf pub Good selection of drinks, friendly staff and a lovely, quirky pub. Gastropub · ★ 4.4 · 1k
ZARA Clean tidy, good quality reasonable prices. Clothing store · ★ 3.9 · 1k Closes soon · 8 PM
Incarne Ristorante Macelleria Amazing Place, delicious Food, great Wine and really friendly Service Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Pasticceria Cairoli Delicious cakes, good coffee, reasonable price. Pastries · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closes soon · 8 PM
Cattedrale di San Francesco The art work amazing!! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Calignaia Very rocky, calm, very nice water, no people. Beach · ★ 4.5 · 1k
La Casina di Alice The food was delicious, high quality at an affordable price. Vegan · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Lungomare di Livorno But check out for events in summers Scenic spot · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Centro Commerciale Marilia Good nice 👍🙂 Shopping mall · ★ 3.8 · 1k Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
Carolina Cafe Livorno Very friendly People and the food and the drinks are fantastic! Espresso bar · ★ 4 · 1k
Scalinata di Antignano Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Manalù - Bistrot & Bakery Lab Great place for Gluten-free and vegetarian food Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Dietro l'Angolo Osteria Livornese I had the ravioli and my wife the cacciopepe, both excellent. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Ristorante Oscar Empresses by the Black Rice and the Tiramisu. Seafood · ★ 4.5 · 1k
Osteria Red Food was delicious, and our waiter was very nice and gave great advice. Italian · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 7:30 PM Thu
Cala del Leone We managed with 4 yo kid and stroller so yeah challenging but rewarding 💪 Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 1k
centro commerciale La Rosa The place where your dream vacation starts or ends❤️ Shopping mall · ★ 4 · 1k Closes soon · 8 PM
Primark Very nice store, with a good assortment and fair prices Clothing store · ★ 3.9 · 1k Open · Closes 10 PM
Felciaio Beach Beach · ★ 3.8 · 1k
Spiaggia del Sale Lido · ★ 4.1 · 0k
Cáscara Urban Restaurant The salted cod starter was one of the best plates of food I’ve ever eaten. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Coffee Square 33 Super friendly staff, yummy food and good coffee. Coffee shop · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Elaboratorio Culinario Creative approach to every dish, even the starters are work of art! Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Azzighe • Osteria a metà The polpo-risotto in particular was one of the best risottos I've ever had. Italian · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Osteria Da...Un'altra Parte Food is amazing, the place is very cozy and service is great. Italian · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Ristorante Ciglieri I really enjoyed dinner in that restaurant Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Fosso Bono Stopped for lunch and was blown away by the best table bread in Italy. Italian · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Il Barroccino Great atmosphere, incredible service and delicious food and drinks! Cocktail bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Signor Nico Great Service, good food, big foccacia for not much money. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Caffè Julie Tasty coffee and a lot of delicious and fresh made pastries! Cafe · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Frankie Pub - Aperitivi, Bistrot & Cocktail Bar. They immagined a drink for me, and it was perfect to my tastes in every way. Gastropub · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Breeze Beach Very quiet , beautiful water and very relaxing. Lido · ★ 4.3 · 0k
Alphonse Signature cocktails, cool location, awesome service! Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Sketch Nice atmosphere, good music, good drinks with fair prices. Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k
dog beach Lido · ★ 3.5 · 0k
Botanic Drink & Food Livorno Ask the bartender to make me a rosemary drink and wow. Espresso bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Spiaggia attrezzata La Ginestra Lido · ★ 4.3 · 0k
Faro di Livorno 💡 Historical landmark · ★ 4.2 · 0k
Tailored Cocktail Bar Hidden Gem..best cocktails in Italy... interior screams cavern club. Pub · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Costiera di Calafuria Just peace and water. Non-profit organization · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Nannini Ristorante Top service and great wine pairing. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Opens soon · 8 PM
Al Bacaro café Best eggs I've had ever, amazing yogurt bowl and pancakes Bistro · ★ 5 · 0k
Spiaggia di Miramare Public beach · ★ 4.1 · 0k
Prime Shop Livorno Shopping mall · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closes soon · 8:30 PM
MOOD Livorno The service was excellent and the bartender was so welcoming. Bar · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Spiaggia Calalonga Public beach · ★ 4 · 0k
Spiaggia del Pendola This is a very small beach that is accessed via some steep concrete steps. Public beach · ★ 4.2 · 0k
Artemis Books & Coffee The best cocktails in town 💯 Art cafe · ★ 5 · 0k
Viewpoint Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k
Arte de rua Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

Livorno is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here — it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.

Next Departures from Livorno

About Livorno

Livorno stands as a vibrant Mediterranean hub where 15 major cruise lines converge, offering travelers an impressive array of itineraries throughout southern Europe. While primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, this Italian port welcomes nearly 1,800 cruises annually, with most voyages spanning seven nights and calling at iconic destinations like Barcelona, Marseille, Civitavecchia, Naples, and Monte-Carlo. The peak season runs from May through October, making Livorno a reliable choice for Mediterranean cruising year-round.

Stepping ashore in Livorno, you'll discover a charming Tuscan port city with genuine Italian character. The historic waterfront invites leisurely exploration, while the city's proximity to Florence and the Tuscan countryside makes it an ideal launching point for cultural excursions. Whether you choose to wander locally or venture inland, Livorno offers the perfect blend of maritime convenience and authentic Italian experiences that make Mediterranean cruising so rewarding.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Fortezza Vecchia's Maritime History

Explore Livorno's iconic 16th-century fortress rising dramatically from the harbor, offering panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the city's charming canals below. This masterpiece of Renaissance military architecture tells the story of Livorno's transformation into a major Mediterranean port, with its distinctive pentagonal design still commanding the waterfront today.

2

Fresh Seafood at Mercato Centrale

Dive into Livorno's culinary soul at the bustling Central Market, where fishmongers display the day's catch and local vendors sell fresh produce, cheeses, and wines. Sample authentic cacciucco, a legendary Livornese fish stew, at nearby trattorias, or grab fresh seafood pasta while mingling with locals in this vibrant gastronomic hub.

3

Scenic Waterfront Promenade Stroll

Walk along the picturesque Passeggiata a Mare, Livorno's elegant seaside boulevard lined with palm trees, cafés, and Belle Époque architecture. This leisurely route connects the port to sandy beaches and offers stunning Mediterranean views, perfect for soaking in the Italian Riviera atmosphere without venturing far from your ship.

4

Artisan Crafts at Venezia District

Wander through the charming Venezia neighborhood, Livorno's enchanting quarter of Renaissance canals and colorful buildings reminiscent of Venice. Browse independent boutiques, artisan workshops, and local craft shops tucked along narrow waterways, discovering handmade ceramics, textiles, and unique souvenirs created by talented local artisans.

5

Aquarium & Marine Discovery

Visit the Aquarium of Livorno to experience the region's incredible marine biodiversity, featuring Mediterranean species in beautifully designed exhibits. This family-friendly attraction showcases local sea life and conservation efforts, providing fascinating insights into the Tyrrhenian Sea's ecosystems just steps from the cruise terminal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Livorno known for?

Livorno is a historic port city in Tuscany, Italy, noted for its harbor, markets like Mercato Nuovo, and as a departure point for ships and cruises.

What are the top attractions in Livorno?

Top sights include the Mercato Nuovo, the Four Moors monument, and scenic harbor views; the city also offers markets and lanes rich in history.

Is Livorno a good stop for a cruise?

Yes, Livorno is a common day port for cruise ships in Tuscany, offering easy access to the coast and nearby towns.

Where is Livorno located?

Livorno is in Tuscany, Italy, at approximately 43.55°N latitude and 10.3167°E longitude.