Follonica, despite its 1970's urban development which led the town to a non-homogeneous architectural aspect, befits from a unique geographic location.

In the central part of its homonimous gulf, probably the most naturally protected sea waters of the Mediterranean Dock, Follonica benefits from a very clean sea, long clear beaches, free or with services with extremely thin sand and from the beautiful view of the Tuscan Islands Archipelago (Elba and Montecristo islands are the closest ones).

Its Mediterranean bush protects the other side of the town for several kms and enriches it with charming trekking trails. At the same time, Follonica enjoys its urban facilities that easly answer to any kind of need one could have during its summer holiday.

Follonica is particularly indicated for children needs, thanks to its big parks with kindergarten areas and to its safe, warm and never turbulent sea, that deepens very slowly. In the summer period, a rich calendar of events gladdens Follonica's guests with cultural meetings, music concerts, sports events, shows and theatre displays.

Several excursions are also possible to Punta Ala (18kms), the spectaculous beach of Cala Violina (9km), Siena (80km), the Etruscan towns Populonia (15km) and Vetulonia (25km), Elba Island (1 h. boat) and much more destinations.