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Tickets Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel : Skip-the-Line Entrance

Tickets Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel : Skip-the-Line Entrance

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is ￥12,301 per adult
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Boat Tour La Spezia - Portovenere - Lerici - Tellaro - Islands

Boat Tour La Spezia - Portovenere - Lerici - Tellaro - Islands

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥17,649 per adult*
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From Carrara: Marble Quarries Jeep Tour with Lardo Tasting

From Carrara: Marble Quarries Jeep Tour with Lardo Tasting

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥17,471 per adult
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Cinque Terre and Portovenere Private Boat Tour from La Spezia

Cinque Terre and Portovenere Private Boat Tour from La Spezia

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥285,242 per traveler*
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What to do in Carrara

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Carrara and Michelangelo Museum

Carrara and Michelangelo Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Carrara and Michelangelo Museum during your trip to Carrara. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Carrara and Michelangelo Museum

Marmo di Carrara

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Marmo di Carrara during your travels in Carrara. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Marmo di Carrara

Carrara Cathedral

Carrara Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Carrara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Carrara Cathedral

Carrara Quarry Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Carrara Quarry Museum during your trip to Carrara. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Carrara Quarry Museum

Spiaggia Libera

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia Libera during your trip to Marina di Carrara? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its spas.

Spiaggia Libera

Carrara Academy of Fine Arts

Explore the campus of Carrara Academy of Fine Arts during your stay in Carrara. Make time to visit the spas and churches while you're in the area.

Carrara Academy of Fine Arts

Civic Marble Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Civic Marble Museum during your trip to Carrara. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Civic Marble Museum

Piazza Alberica

You can learn about the history of Carrara with a stop at Piazza Alberica. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Piazza Alberica

La Marmifera

Enjoy an outing to La Marmifera during your stay in Carrara. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

La Marmifera

Popular day trips from Carrara

Miramare featuring mountains, a beach and a coastal town

Marina di Massa

Marina di Carrara

Marina di Carrara

Frequently asked questions

Is Carrara worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Carrara is visit Forte dei Marmi Beach. Check this major sight off your list, then discover more of the area's family-friendly attractions and nature.
How do I spend a day in Carrara?
Forte dei Marmi Beach and Caves of Equi Terme are two good places to kick-start your vacation adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and shopping options in Carrara while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Carrara?
Don't go home without visiting Forte dei Marmi Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Carrara.
Is three days enough to stay in Carrara?
You can easily enjoy top sights like Massa Beach, Carrara and Michelangelo Museum and Spiaggia Libera with a three-day escape to Carrara. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Pisa.
Is Carrara a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Carrara, such as Carrara and Michelangelo Museum and Palazzo Cucchiari, are within walking distance. You can also explore several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Only 3 kilometers from the city center of Carrara is Gragnana and Avenza is 5 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Carrara with kids?
Whether you're traveling with young explorers or playful teenagers, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Carrara with kids.

What to do in Carrara for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or outdoor explorer, there's no shortage of things to do in Carrara for adults including Carrara Quarry Museum and Carrara Academy of Fine Arts.
Are there free things to do in Carrara?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Carrara is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Massa Beach is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.