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Carrara [karˈraːra] (Emilian: Carara) is a city and comune in Tuscany, in central Italy, of the province of Massa and Carrara, and notable for the white or blue-grey marble quarried there. It is on the Carrione River, some 100 kilometres (62 mi) west-northwest of Florence.
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1. Marble Caves of Carrara
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4.5 based on 523 reviews
Famous for their white marble, these caves in the Apua Mountains serve as studios of stone sculpting and bronze art, where famous artists and sculptors from all over the world come to work.
Reviewed By abs1950
On the flight to Italy we watch a move about Michelangelo and got inspired to visit a marble quarry. I was surprised to find a Viatour outing that fit our plan perfectly. This seems to be very popular with European tourist and there were several jeeps on the tour with us. No one we had spoken to that had been to Tuscany had ever mentioned seeing this sight- well worth it- First it's in the north of Tuscan and a different terrain and landscape, and seeing how marble is quarried now and in the time of Michelangelo was really a unique opportunity. On the way, stop in the town of Pietrasanta which is an artist workshop area and a lovely town.
2. Cave di Marmo Tours
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4.5 based on 632 reviews
Tours and guided visits at the Carrara marble quarries, excursions on 4x4 off road vehicles, walking tours of Carrara historical center, sculpture studios and marble workshops.
3. MarmoTour Michelangelo
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4.5 based on 357 reviews
Sightseeing in the quarry in Ravaccione gallery, which is accessed through the marble basin of the Cave Michelangelo. During the tour, staff will show you the immense rooms of the "marble Cathedral" and will provide you with information related to the birth of the tunnel quarry machinery and their uses, to the extraction techniques and of course on the marble information such as material used in various fields. You can also admire the Mural of streetartist Ozmo that once again the Creation of Adam by Michelangelo. And finally you will see our extraordinary wine cellar (classic method wine). The staff will be at your disposal to respond to your curiosity.
4. Campocecina Carrara Ms
5. Carrara Marble Tour
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4.5 based on 138 reviews
COSTO EURO 12,00 A PARTECIPANTE DURATA 50/60 MINUTI . Carrara Marble Tour è lieta di offrirvi una fantastica escursione in Jeep 4×4 nel bacino più spettacolare della Alpi Apuane, alle scoperta dei marmi pregiati di Carrara e della continua sfida tra l’uomo e la montagna al fine di realizzare famosi e pregiati decori, là dove Michelangelo trovò materia prima per le opere più importanti al mondo. La partenza è dal Piazzale di Fantiscritti, dove ha la sede la Carrara Marble Tour, con arrivo alla cava n.83 Canalgrande, passando per le ripide strade di cava, rese celebri in tutto il mondo anche dalle riprese di tante produzioni hollywoodiane. Tra le più recenti ricordiamo la sequenza dell’inseguimento mozzafiato in apertura di 007 Quantum of
6. Cava Museo Fantiscritti
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4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By TuscanTennisHolidays - Glasgow, United Kingdom
This museum is great, as it takes you back in time to let you see what equipment and accommodation the workers had many many years ago. Extremely interesting!
7. Colonnata
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4.5 based on 325 reviews
Reviewed By arttravellerguide - Province of Rome, Italy
Colonnata is a small town rich in history and traditions, located in the Apuan mountains, in the area of the marble quarries. Famous for its "lard from Colonnata", the village offers not only great food and a breathtaking view, but also the possibility of trekking for beginners too. Excellent restaurants. It is really worth.
