Things to Do and See in Grosseto

The capital of the province of the same name is Grosseto, surrounded by Medici walls dating back to the 16th century, which include the imposing Medici Fortress—formerly known as the Citadel—that housed the military district during World War II. Elsewhere in the province, we recommend a visit to the Argentario Promontory, featuring the golden beaches of Giannella and Feniglia, nestled amid dense Mediterranean vegetation. Nestled in two small natural coves are Porto Santo Stefano—with its boardwalk, the Old Port, the New Port, and the majestic Spanish Fortress—and Porto Ercole, with its colorful houses arranged around the bay. Two charming villages rich in history. Near the Metalliferous Hills lies a charming town of art, Massa Marittima, which has preserved its medieval splendor intact and is rich in monuments, including the Romanesque-Gothic cathedral, the Palazzo Pretorio, and the Sienese Fortress, connected to the Torre del Candeliere by a unique ramping arch bridge. Other typical villages in the area include Manciano, with the famous natural hot springs of Saturnia, and the “Città del Tufo”—three picturesque villages perched on rocky outcrops surrounded by picturesque valleys: Pitigliano, Sorano, and Sovana, rich in Etruscan, medieval, and Renaissance heritage.