Bastioni Medicei Tours

You might be free to wander around today, but Bastioni Medicei wasn't always so welcoming! Get to know the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

You'll soon learn why this Portoferraio Old Town history-filled fortress is popular with travelers. If you're looking for other things to see here, Sansone Beach, Isola D'Elba Tennis Club, and Capo Bianco Beach are in the area too. They won't take long to reach from Bastioni Medicei.

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Rosabianca Boutique Hotel

Rosabianca Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Price was $1,251, price is now $1,051 per person
$1,051
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 17
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Pisa (PSA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (88 reviews)
Warm welcome from and very helpful

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Hotiday Room Collection - Rapallo

Hotiday Room Collection - Rapallo

4 out of 5
Price was $2,360, price is now $1,861 per person
$1,861
per person
Nov 21 - Nov 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Pisa (PSA)
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Hotel Blu di Te

Hotel Blu di Te

4 out of 5
Price was $1,430, price is now $1,174 per person
$1,174
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 17
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Pisa (PSA)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
I absolutely loved my stay here! The staff were so warm and welcoming, the rooms were spacious and incredibly comfortable, and I have to mention the amazing hair products in the showers — such a thoughtful touch. Breakfast was divine, the perfect start to each day. Highly recommend!!!

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Half Day of Snorkeling and a Swim on Elba Island

Half Day of Snorkeling and a Swim on Elba Island

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $58 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Elba Island - Aperitif on the boat at sunset - private

Elba Island - Aperitif on the boat at sunset - private

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $187 per adult*
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Water activities

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"Baptism of the Sea: Diving on the Island of Elba"

"Baptism of the Sea: Diving on the Island of Elba"

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $117 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Elba Island - Aperitif on the boat at sunset - private

Elba Island - Aperitif on the boat at sunset - private

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $187 per adult*
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Popular places to visit

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Forte Falcone

You can learn about the history of Portoferraio when you stop by Forte Falcone. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Forte Falcone

Gelateria Zero Gradi

Enjoy an outing to Gelateria Zero Gradi during your stay in Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Gelateria Zero Gradi

Villa Romana della Linguella

Learn about the local history of Portoferraio when you spend time at Villa Romana della Linguella. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Villa Romana della Linguella

Portoferraio Port

Explore the waterfront in Portoferraio with a trip to Portoferraio Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Portoferraio Port

Portoferraio Archaeological Museum

You can study the exhibits at Portoferraio Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Portoferraio Archaeological Museum

Teatro dei Vigilanti

Get tickets for a show at Teatro dei Vigilanti, a theater with a story to tell in Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Teatro dei Vigilanti

Best Lodging Options Near Bastioni Medicei

Park Hotel Napoleone

Park Hotel Napoleone

4 out of 5
Isola d'Elba, San Martino di Portoferraio, Portoferraio, LI
Park Hotel Napoleone
3 min on foot from the beach -Elba Island

3 min on foot from the beach -Elba Island

Portoferraio
3 min on foot from the beach -Elba Island
ELBA House Spiaggia delle Ghiaie - Portoferraio House Signorile short stays

ELBA House Spiaggia delle Ghiaie - Portoferraio House Signorile short stays

Portoferraio
ELBA House Spiaggia delle Ghiaie - Portoferraio House Signorile short stays
Hotel Crystal & Residence

Hotel Crystal & Residence

4 out of 5
Via Cairoli, 15, Portoferraio, LI
Hotel Crystal & Residence
Hotel Airone Isola d'Elba

Hotel Airone Isola d'Elba

4 out of 5
Località San Giovanni, Portoferraio, LI
Hotel Airone Isola d'Elba
Portoferraio - Loft nel Forte Stella

Portoferraio - Loft nel Forte Stella

Via della Stella 1, Portoferraio, LI
Portoferraio - Loft nel Forte Stella
Loft in Forte Stella, built by Cosimo de' Medici in the 16th century

Loft in Forte Stella, built by Cosimo de' Medici in the 16th century

Portoferraio
Loft in Forte Stella, built by Cosimo de' Medici in the 16th century
Resort le Picchiaie

Resort le Picchiaie

4 out of 5
Via Picchiaie, Portoferraio, LI
Resort le Picchiaie
LA TERRAZZA SULLE GHIAIE - LA TERRAZZA SULLE GHIAIE A

LA TERRAZZA SULLE GHIAIE - LA TERRAZZA SULLE GHIAIE A

Portoferraio
LA TERRAZZA SULLE GHIAIE - LA TERRAZZA SULLE GHIAIE A
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