Pair surreal sculpture with coastal nature on a half-day trip from Capalbio: a carriage ride or easy guided walk through Maremma Regional Park followed by a seasonal four-course osteria lunch. Expect low-impact trails, wildlife sightings, and bold mosaic art by Niki de Saint Phalle.
Pair surreal sculpture with coastal nature on a half-day trip from Capalbio: a carriage ride or easy guided walk through Maremma Regional Park followed by a seasonal four-course osteria lunch. Expect low-impact trails, wildlife sightings, and bold mosaic art by Niki de Saint Phalle.
You step from a quiet country road into a field of color and concrete figures — the Tarot Garden’s mosaiced giants stand like playful giants daring you to walk their curves.
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Operated by Io Sono Etrusca - Tour Enogastronomici · Capalbio, Tuscany
You step from a quiet country road into a field of color and concrete figures — the Tarot Garden’s mosaiced giants stand like playful giants daring you to walk their curves.
Created over two decades by artist Niki de Saint Phalle, the Garden is a surreal counterpoint to the raw coastal terrain of Maremma Regional Park. The route pairs a roughly one-hour carriage ride or a guided easy naturalistic walk through farmland and low scrub with time at the sculptures and a four-course, locally sourced lunch in a nearby osteria.
Geology here is simple: limestone ridges, coastal sands and clay soils shaped by marine terraces and centuries of shepherding. Culturally, the area bears Etruscan and medieval footprints—small hill towns and watch towers dot the region—and a rural food culture focused on seasonal, 0 km ingredients.
Expect slow stretches of rolling dirt lane, short paved sections to the garden, and short interpretive trails inside the reserve where you may encounter foxes, kestrels and the tracks of wild boar. Park guides add legends of pirates and coastal raids that shaped local memory.
Practical guidance: arrive with sturdy walking shoes and sun protection; the program runs six to seven hours including transfers and lunch. Bottled water and park entrance are included, but cell reception can be patchy in the park.
Timing matters—late morning or early afternoon light is best for photos and cooler conditions. Stay on designated trails, follow guide directions around wildlife, and reserve tickets in advance to guarantee access to the Garden and the park.
The full experience runs about 6–7 hours, including transfers, time in the Tarot Garden, a guided section of Maremma Park, and the four-course lunch.
Yes—paths in the Garden are walkable for most ages, and children can use strollers on flatter sections, but supervise near sculptures and steps.
Yes, Maremma Regional Park entrance and Tarot Garden admission are included in the booking.
You may spot wild boar, foxes, kestrels or buzzards; sightings aren’t guaranteed—maintain distance and follow guide directions.
Io Sono Etrusca - Tour Enogastronomici operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




You step from a quiet country road into a field of color and concrete figures — the Tarot Garden’s mosaiced giants stand like playful giants daring you to walk their curves.
You step from a quiet country road into a field of color and concrete figures — the Tarot Garden’s mosaiced giants stand like playful giants daring you to walk their curves.
Created over two decades by artist Niki de Saint Phalle, the Garden is a surreal counterpoint to the raw coastal terrain of Maremma Regional Park. The route pairs a roughly one-hour carriage ride or a guided easy naturalistic walk through farmland and low scrub with time at the sculptures and a four-course, locally sourced lunch in a nearby osteria.
Geology here is simple: limestone ridges, coastal sands and clay soils shaped by marine terraces and centuries of shepherding. Culturally, the area bears Etruscan and medieval footprints—small hill towns and watch towers dot the region—and a rural food culture focused on seasonal, 0 km ingredients.
Expect slow stretches of rolling dirt lane, short paved sections to the garden, and short interpretive trails inside the reserve where you may encounter foxes, kestrels and the tracks of wild boar. Park guides add legends of pirates and coastal raids that shaped local memory.
Practical guidance: arrive with sturdy walking shoes and sun protection; the program runs six to seven hours including transfers and lunch. Bottled water and park entrance are included, but cell reception can be patchy in the park.
Timing matters—late morning or early afternoon light is best for photos and cooler conditions. Stay on designated trails, follow guide directions around wildlife, and reserve tickets in advance to guarantee access to the Garden and the park.