Things to do in Bastia

1. Explore the Citadel of Bastia: The impressive Citadel of Bastia overlooks the entire city. With its ancient walls, ramparts and towers this site serves as an iconic reminder of the area's long history.
2. Visit Chemin des Douaniers: This coastal path offers spectacular views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and some of the most pristine beaches on the island. Highly recommended for nature lovers.
3. Relax in Place St-Nicolas: This vast square is surrounded by fashionable cafes, restaurants, boutiques and galleries. A great place to stroll and people watch.

Bastia is a beautiful city with a perfect climate for visiting year-round. Summers bring plenty of sunshine, mild temperatures and plenty of events to keep you entertained while winters are mostly mild and even sunny on occasions. Spring and autumn offer opportunities to enjoy the beautiful surroundings without being too hot or cold.

Bastia, France has a lot to offer to visitors and it can easily be explored in a few days. Spending 3 days in the city is a good idea, as it is enough time to explore all its attractions and admire its culture, architecture and art. Going out and trying some of the delicious local cuisine is also a must, as the restaurants offer very rich and flavorful dishes.

Exploring Bastia is best done by foot and the city center is compact enough to do so. More distant neighborhoods can be found with the city's public bus system, which offers services all throughout Bastia. Alternatively, there are plenty of car-for-hire services as well as traditional taxi options that are both readily available.

Bastia is a great destination for families with children with plenty of activities to keep them entertained. Take the kids to the beach and dip their toes in the Mediterranean, explore the city's many parks or bask in the Mediterranean sun. You can even head to the nearby mountain for scenic and adventurous hikes or try the thrilling watersports available in many areas near.

We've actually curated a complete list of the best bars in Bastia. To start off we'd have to mention La Rhumerie, Pigalle, Corsica Bar. Check out our page on the best bars in Bastia.