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Ajaccio
France · AJA
Napoleon's birthplace, between Corsican mountains and sea.
About
Ajaccio is the capital and largest city of Corsica, France. It forms a French commune, prefecture of the department of Corse-du-Sud, and head office of the Collectivité territoriale de Corse. It is also the largest settlement on the island. Ajaccio is located on the west coast of the island of Corsica, 210 nautical miles (390 km) southeast of Marseille.
Source: Wikipedia — Ajaccio (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- beaches · excellent
- hiking · excellent
- nature · excellent
- dining · good
- family friendly · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan56°F13d wet
- Feb58°F10d wet
- Mar60°F11d wet
- Apr65°F10d wet
- May71°F10d wet
- Jun81°F6d wet
- Jul87°F3d wet
- Aug87°F5d wet
- Sep79°F10d wet
- Oct72°F12d wet
- Nov63°F14d wet
- Dec58°F14d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Figari Airport & City Private TransferFrom $213 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
The Napoleon Cave - complete package (Corsican meal)From $57 · 4.8/5Book with Viator →
Corsica A Cupulatta Turtle Park Skip the Line Admission TicketFrom $18 · 4.6/5Book with Viator →
Corsica Ajaccio Private Tour with Driver and Optional Guide with Hotel TransferFrom $743 · 4.3/5Book with Viator →
Private Shore Tour: Ajaccio Historical Walk & Napoleon HeritageFrom $821Book with Viator →
Corsica and Sardinia Island 8 Day Luxury Tour PackageFrom $3,768Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport (AJA), about 3.4 mi away.
Nearby destinations
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