What To Do Around Cinque Terre & La Spezia
Activities & Things To Do
Cinque Terre and La Spezia is a bustling area nestled between the Apennine Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.
The city and towns offer many attractions including museums, shopping, theatres, galleries, and architecture.
For adventure and sightseeing, then the sea and mountains are in close proximity and easily accessed just a short distance from the towns!
If you’re looking for the best things to do in La Spezia and Cinque Terre, then our Insider Guide blog posts are sure to inspire you.
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A Little About Us
Hi! We are Justin and Lu. Our new home near Cinque Terre, is full of surprises.
Whenever we get good weather, we take the chance to explore. With each outing, we are learning more and our wish list of things to do only grows longer!
La Spezia Guide is our way of sharing the best of this incredible place. We hope you enjoy our content!
Buon Viaggio!
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Visit La Spezia & Cinque Terre – Tourist Tips
Tourist Information: There is a tourist welcome center in all the Cinque Terre towns. La Spezia also has a Tourist Information Office on Via del Prione next to the Civic Museum. They have free maps and booklets that can help with your trip.
Book in Advance: Summertime in Italy is busy and if there is something that you really have your heart set on doing, then an advance booking is a good idea!
When in Rome: Due to the summer heat, aim to get out and about early and rest in a café or restaurant during Riposo (an Italian version of a siesta)!!
Opening Hours: Even during peak season some shops and tourist venues will close between 12 pm and 3 pm for Riposo. Restaurants and cafes remain open but check opening hours for attractions to avoid wasting your valuable vacation time.
Be Comfortable: The eastern Ligurian region is situated under the shadows of the Ligurian Alps and the Apennine Mountains! Combine that image with cobbled streets and winding stairways and you’re starting to get the idea. For this trip, prioritize comfort over fashion. Invest in practical footwear and a water bottle!
Pebbly Beaches: Most of the beaches in Liguria are pebbly. We highly recommend beach shoes. They aren’t very glamorous, but they do protect your feet from sharp stones and painful pebbles.
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La Spezia & Cinque Terre Attractions
Our blog is a great place to find ideas for your holiday to the area. If you looking for an easy solution then you may also like our premade itineraries. In the meantime here are some tourist attractions that might pique your interest include:
In La Spezia
Museums & History: Visit one of the numerous churches and museums, including the Civic Museum, National Transport Museum, Naval Museum, and Castello San Giorgio.
Music Events: There are dozens of special events during the year. In summer you can enjoy the International Jazz Festival in Piazza Europa and the recently renovated Civic Theatre hosts Opera and Classical Concerts that transcend the language barrier!
City Shopping: The city has a variety of boutique shops, craft and antique markets, and a daily fresh food market selling cheese, meats, seafood, and local specialties like Ligurian focaccia and pesto.
In Cinque Terre
Take a boat trip or hike between the towns. Explore the villages that have captured the hearts of tourists from around the world. Traveling effortlessly between the towns on the Cinque Terre Express.
Sidestep the mass tourists and join select experiences such as winery tours, artisan gelato classes, and learning the culinary art of making authentic Ligurian pesto and focaccia.
Around The Gulf of Poets
Visit towns and beaches like Tellaro, Lerici, and Porto Venere by car, boat, or local bus. By boat, you can discover the UNESCO islands off Porto Venere and swim in grottos and coves accessible only by sea.
