Bastia, Exploring the Busy Port City Off the Coast of France
Bastia, France is a commune located in the northeastern portion of Corsica island. It ranks next to Ajaccio for the most populated commune with over 45,000 residents. Aside from being a prefecture and municipality, Bastia also serves as the Bagnaja region’s capital and the islands’ principal port. It is strategically located between the Serra di Pignu mountain and the Mediterranean Sea. The city is dotted with hotels and temporary homes ready to accommodate the weary traveler.
Best Time to Visit
If you’re coming to Bastia for the fun and festivities, better plan your trip from July to September when the Bastia in Festa is annually held. This 90-day long event is packed with live band performances, exhibitions, stage shows, and several other musical performances to entertain both guests and locals. During this huge annual celebration, the town hosts a whopping ninety music concerts in total! The weather is particularly comfortable and sunny during this season as well, making it a perfect time for sightseeing and city tours. However, July to August are typically busy for most of Bastia, France hotels, but don’t worry since the tourist population significantly decreases come September.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The commune is home to numerous historical monuments, two of which are the Romieu Gardens and the Church of St. Jean-Baptiste. To complete your historical tour of Bastia, you should definitely see the Musée de Bastia, which houses artifacts and memorabilia of the city’s vibrant past. Just a ten-minute drive from the museum are three of the best hotels in the area, the Hotel Ders Gouverneurs, Hotel Spa Restaurant L'ostella, and Best Western Corsica Hotel Bastia Centre.