Landry's Seafood Restaurant

Bastia is one of the best kept secrets in Europe. Located on the peninsula of Cap Corse on the island of Corsica, the resort is one of the most picturesque of the island. Bastia Visitors will find that there are many wonderful sites to see in the region. Many sites are within walking distance of the port. However, with rental car, you can see all the sites outside the port. There are many wonderful sites to see who would otherwise prove to be a foot too far for most people. What follows is a guide of the most magical region.

Bastia Mini Guide:

Bastia is located in the north-east of the island of Corsica, at the base of the peninsula of Cap Corse. Bastia is considered the commercial capital of Corsica and offers visitors a fascinating history and culture.

Things to see and do in Bastia:

A walking tour is a good way to see what the city offers in terms of tourist attractions. The city boasts a number of beautiful baroque churches and the beautiful Old Port. Una Volta, the cultural center of Bastia, is worth a visit if you want to learn something about the history of the city. Meanwhile, St Nicolas is a hive of activity and this is where you find all the shops, cafes and restaurants.

Bastia is an excellent base for exploring the island of Corsica in a rental car. The station is a player Calvi Nice. The village offers a range of seafood restaurants upscale and the pretty quay Landry-perfect for a stroll after dinner.

Bastia hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the calendar year including the Festival of Music Bastia in October, the Italian Film Festival in January and the annual procession of the Black Christ on Good Friday.

Dining & Nightlife / Accommodation in Bastia:

Restaurants in Corsica offers a feast for all budgets. Most restaurants are located along the Old Port. A Casarella is famous for its French-Corsican cuisine, while the cheaper establishments are located on the Quai des Martyrs. At Granny, New Port offer seafood at low cost.

In terms of local specialties, Bastia offers a range of low cost treats worth sampling.

Perhaps somewhat surprisingly, seafood takes second place to meat dishes and dairy products. Traditional specialties include Corsican Figatellu, a dish consisting of fried sausages, prisutu, a type of smoked ham and goat cheese pancakes called migliaccilou.

Bastia has a relaxed nightlife, with most activity concentrated on after dark cafes and bars along the harbor. most popular haunts are The Penalty, a place of music from the Place de l'Hotel de Ville, while Assunta Pub on Rue Neuve Fountain explosions beats alive.

Bastia offers an excellent choice in terms of housing, whatever your budget. Those willing to pay top dollar will find themselves in luxury at the Hotel Pietracap, while low, budget lodgings are located in the Central Hotel.