Explore on your own rating
You dock in the center of a small, walkable town.
Where ships dock
- Ajaccio cruise terminal, central waterfront
Getting to town
The old town and Maison Bonaparte are about 5–10 minutes' walk.
Bus line 5 goes to Pointe de la Parata (Îles Sanguinaires viewpoint), about 30–45 minutes each way.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted; carry some cash for small purchases.
Entry: U.S. passport required. ETIAS (the EU travel authorization) is NOT yet in operation: the official EU site says no applications are being collected and a start date will be announced several months ahead (checked Oct 2026). Don't pay any site claiming to sell ETIAS now. The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) does register non-EU travelers' passports and biometrics at Schengen external borders.
Top sights nearby
- Maison Bonaparte (Napoleon's birthplace)
- Ajaccio Cathedral
- Citadel (exterior)
- Pointe de la Parata (bus)
Beaches
- Plage Saint-François (near the old town)
Safety & tips
- Many shops close at lunch.
- Check bus return times.
- Corsican charcuterie is worth trying.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
From Parata allow 60 minutes back.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.