Ajaccio Old Town & Port
Vieille ville d'Ajaccio
The core of the old town, formed by the Genoese citadel, Place Foch, the morning market and the fishing harbor; most sights can be linked by a simple stroll.
The old town is made up of the streets laid out by Genoese settlers in the 16th century. The seaside citadel is still under military control, so it can only be admired from outside, and below it lies Plage Saint-François. Place Foch has a fountain of four lions and a statue of Napoleon as First Consul. The indoor-outdoor market beside it sells Corsican ham, cheese and chestnut products every morning, and is busiest on weekends. Port Tino Rossi and the Old Port have many seafood restaurants, and strolling the seawall in the evening to see the lights is very pleasant.
Opening hours
Open all day; market approx. 08:00–13:00
Nearby sights
- Maison Bonaparte
- Palais Fesch & Imperial Chapel
- Ajaccio Cathedral
- Place d'Austerlitz & Grotte Napoléon
- Porticcio & Agosta Beach
- Îles Sanguinaires & Pointe de la Parata
- Capo di Feno Beach
- A Cupulatta