The port of Ajaccio is located on the west coast of Corsica. Corsica is known for the beauty of nature and the many walking trails that criss-cross it. Napoleon Bonaparte was born there in 1769.
Ajaccio (Corsica)France
Useful Information
Language
French
Tips
The service is included, but it is customary to round up the sum of the bill. A 10% tip will be appreciated in taxis.
Time difference
from New York: +6h
from San Francisco: +8h
from London: +1h
Weather°C
°F
Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
January | 439 948 1456 | 622.50 |
February | 440 948 1457 | 562.25 |
March | 542 1051 1559 | 572.25 |
April | 745 1254 1763 | 642.50 |
May | 1152 1661 2170 | 391.50 |
June | 1457 1967 2576 | 231.00 |
July | 1762 2272 2882 | 100.50 |
August | 1763 2373 2883 | 200.75 |
September | 1559 2068 2678 | 542.00 |
October | 1253 1762 2271 | 923.50 |
November | 846 1355 1763 | 953.75 |
December | 541 1050 1558 | 682.75 |
Where is located the Port of Ajaccio Cruise Terminal
The pier is located in the centre of Ajaccio near the convention centre and the main square where a public market is held every day in the morning (except Monday).
The convention centre has a free wi-fi network.
Travelling around the Ajaccio (Corsica) Cruise Port
Activities in Ajaccio (Corsica)
Landmarks
The citadel
The citadel can be admired from the outside, but cannot be visited.
Fesch Palace (in French)
Museum of Fine Art
Ajaccio Cathedral
Its ochre façade, imposing dome and chapels richly decorated in the Baroque style give it an irresistible charm.
Museums
Napoléon Bonaparte Museum (in French)
Located in the building of the Town Hall, this museum traces the history of Napoleon’s family in this house.
Nature
Walking trails
(Be careful to plan your time to be back on time before your ship departs)
Activities
The Market
A public market is held every day in the morning (except Monday).
Beaches
St-François Beach
The beach of St-François is located 10 minutes from the port on foot, past the citadel.
Excursions in Ajaccio (Corsica)
The website of the tourist office suggest 3 urban tours:
- Genoese city: Foch Square, Citadel, Saint Erasme Church, Cathedral and Bonaparte House.
- Foreigners’ Quarter: Place de Gaulle, Grand Hotel, Château Conti, Anglican Church, Hotel Cyrnos, Place d’Austerlitz du Casone, Villa Della Rocca
- Imperial City: Fesh Palace, Municipal Library, Imperial Chapel, Napoleonic Salon, Fosh Square, National Museum of Bonaparte House, Place de Gaulle
Several beaches are within taxi distance or by the bus line #5 which goes to the Sanguinaires Islands. The #8 line goes to Tahiti beach near the airport. A sea shuttle (20-30 min) goes to Porticcio and Marina Viva beach.