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+title: Driving from Rome to Florence Along Italy's Stunning Tyrrhenian Coast
+subtitle: Scenic Road Trip
+tags:
+  - Italy
+  - Florence
+  - travelling
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+From rome to Florence
+
+Taking the E80 highway along the coast instead of the A1 offers a different kind of road trip experience, with stunning Mediterranean views and the charm of coastal Italy. Here's what you can expect when driving from Rome to Florence via the E80:
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+The E80, also known as the Autostrada A12, runs parallel to Italy's Tyrrhenian Sea coastline. While it adds time to the journey (approximately 4–5 hours compared to 3 hours on the A1), the scenic route offers breathtaking views, coastal towns, and a more relaxed driving experience.
+
+# Civitavecchia
+
+Just an hour outside Rome, this port city is a major hub for cruise ships. While it’s not a major tourist destination, it’s a good spot to take a break and enjoy fresh seafood or a stroll along the marina.
+
+# Maremma Region (Tuscany):
+
+As you enter Tuscany, the E80 takes you through the [Maremma](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wJhW9A6EhQuuWfa46), a beautiful and lesser-known area characterized by sandy beaches, pine forests, and nature reserves. Consider stopping at:
+
+# On way to Florence
+
+- [Tarquinia](https://maps.app.goo.gl/WoWtCr776JuzY1Ke9): Famous for its Etruscan necropolis and medieval architecture.
+- [Orbetello Lagoon](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5tWD9gPzjsiW1Qb26): A stunning coastal area with scenic views and opportunities for birdwatching.
+- [Grosseto](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wQY99gCKUxHuKXoy6): The capital of the Maremma region, Grosseto is a quaint town with medieval walls and a charming old center. It's a nice detour for a quick meal or walk.
+- [Pisa or Livorno](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZiZHoi1f6zXQNYA67) (Optional Detour): If **you have extra time**, a detour to Pisa for its iconic Leaning Tower or Livorno for its canals and seafood is well worth it.
+- Tuscan Countryside: After leaving the coast, you'll turn inland toward Florence. This part of the drive takes you through vineyards, olive groves, and hilltop villages, offering a quintessential Tuscan experience.
+
+# Florence
+
+- Visit the Galileo Museum: 
+  - Location: Piazza dei Giudici, Florence
+  - This museum is a must for anyone interested in Galileo’s life and scientific achievements. You can see Galileo’s finger (part of his remains), telescopes, and other historical scientific instruments.
+- Climb the Duomo for Stunning Views
+  - Galileo is famously linked to the Duomo because of his experiments with the pendulum and the tower’s clock mechanism.
+
+# Trip in past
+
+- Paola
+- Cosenza
+
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