Why fly to Corsica Ajaccio?
Cheap flights to Ajaccio take you to the historic capital of Corsica. A large French island about 130 miles southeast of Nice, Ajaccio lies on its northwestern coast. Its biggest claim to fame is Napoleon Bonaparte, born here in 1769. He's not the only attraction, though, as the port is surrounded by fine scenery and mountainsides of wild herbs and heather. Add more than 20 white sand beaches, and Ajaccio ticks all the boxes.
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Things to do in Ajaccio
Ajaccio looks like a typical Mediterranean town, featuring imperial boulevards lined with palm trees, cafes and restaurants. On the side streets, you'll find traditional boutiques, small bars and souvenir shops. But many people flock from the UK to Ajaccio because of its unique history as Napoleon's birthplace. You'll see the house where he was born, the cathedral where he was baptised, and countless statues and memorials. The museums are stuffed with his furniture, medals, paintings and sculpture. An astonishing collection of artists are represented, from Michelangelo to Titian and Tintoretto.
Not so into your history? Ajaccio today is most known for its combination of wild beauty and imperial splendour. You can choose to scramble around the hills, toast yourself on the beach or visit one of Europe's most notable art collections. Evening entertainment might be an elegant dinner or a portside bar, with one or two nightclubs thrown in.
Walks around Ajaccio include a scenic climb up to Death's Head rock. This rather ghastly outcrop is said to be the head of the devil, turned to stone. You might also follow the rocky trail out to the Parata Tower, for views of the Sanguinaires islands. A 30-minute drive into the hills will bring you to a tortoise and turtle sanctuary or a forest adventure park. Here you can try canyoning, via ferrata climbing, water hiking and adventure trails.
Ajaccio's beaches
If you're planning a trip to Ajaccio, you can't miss the gorgeous beaches. They vary from a rocky cove with surfers' waves to a tropical shallow bay with a kilometre of white sand. Most offer watersports like paddle boarding, snorkelling, diving, surfing and sea kayaking. You can hire jet skis, small boats or speed boats, or even charter a yacht. You'll enjoy hot summer sun here, or long cool winters with rain and some snow.
A great day out is a coastal cruise to the UNESCO-listed Scandola Nature Reserve. You'll be impressed by its vast cliffs, sea caves and waterfalls, and you might spot a dolphin on the way. Another must-see on your Ajaccio holiday is the Lac de Tolla, about 20 miles into the mountains. It's a large artificial lake, where you can rent a pedalo, canoe or paddle board. You can also hike into the Prunelli Gorge for sheer cliffs, cascading waterfalls and rocky pools.
Food and drink in Ajaccio
Food-wise, Corsica is known for its bold red wines, its preserved meats and creamy sheep's milk cheese. Sweet custardy desserts and doughnuts are made with this cheese, called Brocciu. Local chestnuts go into a traditional cake and yummy Corsican honey is protected by European laws. If you've never considered Corsica before, a low-cost flight to Ajaccio could really make your mouth water.
Corsica flight and hotel packages
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