Portoferraio Old Town Travel Guide
Portoferraio
Visit Portoferraio Old Town
Popular places to visit
Forte Falcone
You can learn about the history of Portoferraio with a stop at Forte Falcone. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Castello del Volterraio
Learn about the local history of Portoferraio when you spend time at Castello del Volterraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Portoferraio Archaeological Museum
You can study the exhibits at Portoferraio Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Palazzina dei Mulini
You can study the exhibits at Palazzina dei Mulini, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
The Napoleonic Residences National Museum
You can study the exhibits at The Napoleonic Residences National Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Forte Stella
After visiting Forte Stella, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portoferraio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do
Portoferraio, the fisherman village chosen by Etruscans, Medici and Napoleon
Private Open Water Diver Course plus Underwater Scooter in Cable
Top hotels in Portoferraio Old Town
Hotel Plaza
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Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Elba Travels
Ottima esperienza di campeggio. C'è tutto quanto occorre per campeggiare, non occorre portare niente, come se si andasse in una casa. Molto piacevoli le parti comuni, in cui é possibile rilassarsi e conoscere nuove persone, c'era un clima molto positivo. Unica nota negativa i bagni: sempre sporchi ...
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Hotel Riva Del Sole
Beautiful hotel in a fantastic location for exploring the island. The room we stayed in was perfect with a beautiful seaview. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2023
Residenza Sant'Anna del Volterraio
Our stay at this hotel was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, everything felt warm and welcoming. The setting is peaceful and picturesque, the hotel itself is spotless and beautifully maintained, and the staff are simply lovely. The reception team greeted us with genuine warmth and helpfulness, ...
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Viticcio
Small cozy property, beautiful landscaping spectacular location great service
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Poggio all'Agnello – Sport & Active Holidays
We enjoyed our stay at Poggio all' Agnello resort! The reception agents were very helpful
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
