Carrara Marble Quarries: Discover the Ancient Process of Marble Excavation

Experience the ancient process of marble excavation in the Carrara Marble Quarries. Discover the history behind the marble used in iconic structures like the Pantheon and Trajan’s Column. Plus, indulge in a taste of the famous Lardo di Colonnata IGP.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Stadio dei Marmi - Meeting point in the Stadio dei Marmi area in Carrara, meeting with the guide, and start of the tour.
    From here we begin the ascent among the vineyards of the green Candia Hills (famous for giving birth to a fine and original tasting Wine) along a route between the sea and the imposing Apuan Alps that is truly spectacular.
    We…
What's Included
  • Local Expert guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

Journey along the twisting paths of the Colonnata Valley, gaining a deep understanding of both ancient and contemporary marble mining processes. Peer into the vast white chasms carved into the untamed Carrara slopes, which have supplied marble to various Italian locations for over 2 millennia. Learn about the labours of the workers who excavated the…

Location
Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 8
Piazza Vittorio Veneto
Stadio dei Marmi - 4 Olimpionici Azzurri Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 8, 54033 Carrara MS, Italy Near the marble obelisk in front of the stadium and the bus stop. Search a Defender with an orange sign. From Carrara Avenza Train Station station Bus L51-L52-L53-L54-L70 Direction - Carrara Ospedale
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Yelena_d
Oct 21, 2024
Striking, unique experience with awesome guides - Serena and Giorgio led an unforgettable tour on, around, and inside one of the mountains of marble in a cool, rugged 4x4. You could never see so much on your own, let alone put together all there is to know about marble quarrying the way Serena did for our group. Highly recommended!
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Stephen_t
Oct 19, 2024
A Great Experience - Luca was great. It rained and poured on us, but that didn’t stop Luca from showing us how marble is cut from the mountain. It was amazing to see the marble mountain. This tour was definitely worth it.
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873jayk
Oct 10, 2024
Great experience! - Great experience! We loved it. We learned a ton about how the marble quarry works and they took us to several locations including a quarry INSIDE the mountain. The experience wasn't rushed and they allowed us a lot of time to see, touch, ask questions and take pictures. Definitely an experience you can't see in many places and I highly recommend adding this to your list of must do things in Italy!
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G8000lzdanielag
Oct 3, 2024
👍👍 - Was very interesting were very friendly anytime again Language was unfortunately only English ..................................,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Janet_h
Oct 2, 2024
Was great! - We had a great time. The lady who took us was great fun and we learned a lot about the great feat it was to get the marble out and down to Florence.
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Kathryn_h
Oct 2, 2024
Fantastic - It was a unique experience! The people guiding the tour were excellent! Would recommend to anyone looking for a different kind of experien.
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C1527komagdalenaw
Sep 10, 2024
Exceeded expectations - We loved the tour! There were several stops on the mountain, right up in the quarry and also in a large cave. The guide was very friendly and explained everything well The ride was adventurous but it was definitely worth it!
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Bianca_d
Sep 2, 2024
Amazing experience! Highly recommended - This was an amazing experience . Driving to Collonata and tasting Lardo was divine. Then in an old school Landrover we drove high up the mountains for spectators views . But the best was driving into the mountain!
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Richard_h
Aug 25, 2024
Unbelievable Marrble mine tour with Luca. - This tour of the marble mines of Carrara is a must for everyone! Luca our guide was fantastic, he managed to drive us right into the Michael Angelo marble mine which was incredible. The tour was worth every cent and Luca was a champion.
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Seaside07990912888
Aug 5, 2024
Excursion - It said we could also expect a ride along vineyards. This would be included. However, we have not been there. The information received is therefore not based on truth
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