Liguria Travel Guide

Italy

A coastal village with colorful buildings perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.
An ancient stone structure with columns and arches, a tower in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A coastal village with colorful buildings and a clear blue sea.
A historic coastal fortress with a prominent tower and a fortified wall, overlooking the sea.
A glass dome structure over a waterfront with boats and a cityscape in the background.

Popular cities in Liguria

A waterfront with a modern bridge, boats, and a cityscape with buildings and a church.
Genoa
Known for Ports, Historical and Aquariums
With its atmospheric historic centre and revamped harbour, the port town of Genoa is the perfect destination if you’re looking for an authentic slice of real Italy.

Reasons to visit

  • Aquarium of Genoa
  • Genoa Port Center
  • Old Port
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A waterfront cityscape at night with colorful buildings, a prominent church tower, and boats docked along the quay.
La Spezia
Known for Ferries and boats, Tours and Marinas
On a holiday to La Spezia you’ll discover the second largest city of Liguria, located in the middle of a deep natural bay of the same name.

Reasons to visit

  • Castello San Giorgio
  • Le Terrazze
  • Cattedrale di Cristo Re
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A coastal town with colorful buildings, a marina, and a hillside with scattered houses.
Santa Margherita Ligure
Known for Beaches, Sea and Shopping
Take a holiday in Santa Margherita Ligure and discover the natural riches of Liguria, between the pristine nature of the Monte di Portofino and the beautiful Gulf.

Reasons to visit

  • Santa Margherita Ligure Castle
  • Villa Durazzo
  • Bau Bau Beach
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A coastal town with a marina filled with boats, surrounded by buildings and hills.
Portofino
Known for Friendly people, Beaches and Sea
Feel as if you’ve stumbled onto a vintage Technicolor film set. You might even experience the jet set lifestyle.

Reasons to visit

  • Castello Brown
  • Church of St. Martin
  • Church of San Giorgio
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A coastal town with a prominent church, a red-roofed building, and a clear view of the sea.
Sanremo
Known for Casinos, Marinas and Cheese
Twisting bicycle paths on the pretty Ligurian coastline, the famous Municipal Casino and cultural events make this one of Italy’s most enticing destinations.

Reasons to visit

  • Casino Sanremo
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A coastal town with a prominent stone tower, colorful buildings, and a pier extending into the water.
Rapallo
Known for Sea, Ferries and boats and Boating
A town of pre-Roman origins, Rapallo enjoys a prime location in the innermost inlet of the Gulf of Tigullio.

Reasons to visit

  • Rapallo Castle
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A coastal town with a beach, colorful buildings, and a castle on a hill.

Monterosso Beach

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Imagine a shiny, pebble and sand beach framed by a pretty bay and dramatic cliffs, disappearing into a tranquil turquoise sea.
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