We walked from Vernazza to Monterosso. It took about an hour and a half. The first half hour, in particular, is quite tiring and challenging; you're walking uphill. There are beautiful views along the way. There's no way to refill your water bottle along the way, so stock up on water beforehand.

Please take cat food with you - lots if possible!!!!!! There is a cat village and a designated area to leave food so people can feed them over time. It is up to us to feed these homeless cats. Walked this trail today and to my surprise, there was a few homeless cats who are in a small gated area with cat houses and a sign that states something along the lines of “homeless and unloved cats, please feed” …there was no food there and they looked quite skinny. If you are planning to walk this trail, please bring a bag of cat food, maybe some wet cans (not tin, they can cut their tongue on those), water… whatever you can. If I had known this going into the hike, I would’ve brought it. I’m not sure what the deal is with any caretakers for the cats but it would be nice to have a sign or something prior to starting the trail to let people know there are cats along the way, so people can purchase food before going up…. Lots of people were very upset to see the cats there with no food and there’s nothing to do about it at that point… it is mid-trail and nothing around. Otherwise, it is very uphill so be very prepared - but the sights are well worth it!

Pro tip: apparently you need a Cinque Terre pass to enter but everyone was passing through just to check the views and then come back. This is where you'll take the best photo of Vernazza. The start is just on the side of a restaurant, to the left you'll see a narrow street.

3.6 km, about 2h walk. It tooked us 2h15 with a big break at a bar about 1km away from Monterosso, the only one along the way. Lots of steps, but pretty easy to walk with good shoes... And the viens are so worth it !

This is a very strenuous trail with 800 ft of elevation. It was quite difficult with many stairs on both the accent a decent. We’re in our 30s and 40s and it took us about two hours with several stops for photos and the drink water. The terrain is treacherous at times. Make sure you wear the appropriate shoes with tread and waterproofing if possible as it is very muddy in some areas. The views and experience is absolutely worth it though!

Very beautiful hike. WARNING for anyone that wants to do this hike but isn’t a seasoned hiker: start from Vernazza and go towards Monterosso!! I started from Monterosso and it was a LOT of steep stairs & uphill. I read a review from someone on here who talked about having to climb up on all fours… while I didn’t get to that level I DEFINITELY was feeling that review to my core 😂😭 If I were to do it again, I would start from Vernazza. It’s doable both ways, but know that it will be more difficult if you start from Monterosso. The views will be beautiful & the same whichever town you start from. I had to take a lot of breaks, but many people (both old & young) did the same so I didn’t feel too left out. I recommend you do the hike early in the morning or towards late afternoon, that way you can have a little bit of a breeze and it’s not constantly hot. For reference, we did the hike with a lot of breezes and I STILL had my shirt drenched with sweat. If it is rainy, be careful!! Wear appropriate shoes for that. We did it while it was sunny & dry but there were many areas that were slip-potential. Also, you can access the viewpoint of the Vernazza background for picture-taking WITHOUT having to hike. I have included a picture so you know which viewpoint I’m talking about.

Beautiful hike! Definitely lots of stairs, which worked up quite a sweat in the heat. Views were totally worth it. Also, there was a small cat community (with little cat houses) that lives along the hike route close to Vernazza. A sign asks visitors to bring cat food/water because they have no owners. Really sweet cats!

The food was simply delicious! Everything was local and freshly made. Highly recommend the grilled octopus for a starter and the branzino ravioli with shrimp!

The wait is a little longer but what we ate was super delicious. And an original tiramisu, a specialty of the house, rated 10. I recommend!👍

Very tasty food! Good restaurant, nice inside. Dishes are May be not big but very good. Vines are various chose, also very good. Rabbitligurian style was delicious.

We had mix of vegetables and fish for aperitivo and frito misto for the 2nd. The aperitivo was amazing, very soft and well put together, it tasted amazing. Frito misto was also very good. The service was very good and prompt, we did not have a reservation, they were very accommodating and found us a table outside in 10 mins. The servers were very nice and smiley. The menu was short but very nice. The wine was good.

Overall we had a lovely experience. The food was fab, and came quickly once ordered. Gluten free options were brilliant and the staff were understanding to coeliac. They could use an extra member of staff as the two waitresses were overrun and it took a while to get seated and order!

Exceptional food! Octopus appetizer, Mixed fried seafood, Ligurian style rabbit were very good. But what really surprised was a pineapple carpaccio desert. Just wow.

While mostly recommended, our experience had a few mixed feelings. The food was undeniably nice and delicious, the fish fillet was superb, but a bit overpriced. Our waitress was kind, but on the other hand the service was a bit slow – understandable, we arrived really late."

We came here on sunday, 25th of may in 2025. It was a lot quieter than the other beaches in Monterosso. We paid 60€ for 4 people. 4 loungers and two umbrellas included. The water was clear and perfect for swimming. If you have small kids it would be better to go to the other beach in Monterosso, because here it gets deep fast. The staff was friendly. We had some good drinks and they have snacks like chips. But the focaccia was tasteless. Highly recommend getting this a few meters down the road at the old focaccia place. The beach consists of pretty comfy sand. We appreciated the changing room and clean toilet. There is an outdoor shower where you can shower with your bathing suit on. There is no shampoo allowed. There are also normal chairs and tables where you can eat and drink. The loungers are towards the water. There is a lifeguard at this beach and he is very carefully paying attention to the people in the water and also makes sure that no boat drives near the swimming zone. Next to this location on the beach, right behind a rope wich is the border, is an area wich is free of charge where you can lay down in the sand and bring your own umbrella.

The best beach in cinque terre. Has places to change your clothes, easy access, not too crowded in peak season. You can walk from the train and the atmosphere is much better than the other two beach of Monterroso

Great private beach with a very friendly staff. About 10 euro for a recliner with an umbrella. Bar and wonderful restaurant are there for any drink or food you might want. This beach club is the farthest down and a little less hectic and touristy then some of the others. Total bonus they have a life guard right by the water which is reassuring if Mom and dad want relax on the Beach chairs and kids play. Highly recommend!

Arrive at 4pm for two chairs... "40 Euro's, 30 cash in hand" Loads of space at the front of the beach... "50 Euros" Scummy approach to business and it's not even a nice beach, just pebbles. Save your money and don't give it to scummy businesses.

We stopped for a light lunch. Chose a table with an umbrella (no extra charge when dining/drinking). Ordered the Gigante salad 8€ & Beppe Focacce 6€ (changed sandwich to make vegetarian). Both tasty. Friendly service. Nice views.

Bar Bagni ll Gigante Having been on a long day tour found this popular restaurant with a great view or the sea and beach with a large statue of a carved man in the sea cliffs. Food menu was in English and choices were appropriate for size of café and price was ok to. I had a salad and soft drink, the olive oil and balsamic dressing were in sachets. Friendly staff who were attentive too. Toilets clean Would recommend

Came here for drinks with my wife on our first day in Monterosso. Service was very slow so we decided not to buy food. Wine was fine but the margarita was terrible—cheap tequila and cheap mixer. After two sips we sent it back—completely undrinkable. Waitress never came back to the table so we went to the long line at the front to pay and they said we still needed to pay for the margarita. I’m planning to spend the day there tomorrow but will not be returning to this bar. If you’re looking for good drinks and service, look elsewhere.

Lovely and picturesque hike to the top of town. You'll see many discoveries around the trail! Be sure to get to the top of the San Francesco d'Assisi statue for an amazing view.

absolutely amazing place to see access is a long uphill walk but the reward at the top well worth the trip views are stunning along the way you pass a statue of St. Francis of Assisa the balcony here offers terrific photo location further along the church just oozes history a short walk further takes you to the burial vaults and small chapel

This is a must-see church in 5 terre. The hike up is easy, but under the hot summer, it can get a little uncomfortable for some. Regardless, the views from the lookout are great; and the church's interior is peaceful and well maintained. There was ambiance music - at a low volume - to add even more atmosphere.

This a a wonderfully peaceful and serene church. When we first visited late one afternoon, there was a recording of Gregorian chants that enhanced the beauty and serenity. We have returned today for Sunday 11:15 Mass and were rewarded by choir warming up before Mass. it’s a bit of a climb as I was huffing and puffing but surely doable if you take your time and a few rest breaks. You will be rewarded for your efforts. Also, there is a Van Dyke painting in the front left chapel. Enjoy!

The church location offers great views, but it is important to walk in and view. The inside is very ornate and gives visitors a great feel for an old monastery in Cinque Terre. Learn about the history of the church and Friar Francis, as it is very interesting.

This convent is situated right on the top of San Cristoforo hill. It was built in 1622 and dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi. It lays in a green, quiet garden that can be reached by climbing brick and stone stairs. Once in the top, an astonishing view of Monterosso al Mare coast can be seen.

Great easy walk to a peaceful place.

Lovely and picturesque hike to the top of town. You'll see many discoveries around the trail! Be sure to get to the top of the San Francesco d'Assisi statue for an amazing view.

absolutely amazing place to see access is a long uphill walk but the reward at the top well worth the trip views are stunning along the way you pass a statue of St. Francis of Assisa the balcony here offers terrific photo location further along the church just oozes history a short walk further takes you to the burial vaults and small chapel

This is a must-see church in 5 terre. The hike up is easy, but under the hot summer, it can get a little uncomfortable for some. Regardless, the views from the lookout are great; and the church's interior is peaceful and well maintained. There was ambiance music - at a low volume - to add even more atmosphere.

This a a wonderfully peaceful and serene church. When we first visited late one afternoon, there was a recording of Gregorian chants that enhanced the beauty and serenity. We have returned today for Sunday 11:15 Mass and were rewarded by choir warming up before Mass. it’s a bit of a climb as I was huffing and puffing but surely doable if you take your time and a few rest breaks. You will be rewarded for your efforts. Also, there is a Van Dyke painting in the front left chapel. Enjoy!

The church location offers great views, but it is important to walk in and view. The inside is very ornate and gives visitors a great feel for an old monastery in Cinque Terre. Learn about the history of the church and Friar Francis, as it is very interesting.

This convent is situated right on the top of San Cristoforo hill. It was built in 1622 and dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi. It lays in a green, quiet garden that can be reached by climbing brick and stone stairs. Once in the top, an astonishing view of Monterosso al Mare coast can be seen.

Great easy walk to a peaceful place.

A striking church in the heart of Monterosso’s old town. Its black and white striped facade stands out immediately, a fine example of Ligurian Gothic architecture. Inside, the atmosphere is quiet and cool, with high arches, ornate altars, and soft light filtering through stained glass. It’s a peaceful place to step out of the sun, reflect, and appreciate the town’s deep roots. A must-see for anyone exploring Monterosso’s historical side.

Impressive beautiful church in the heart of the old city of Monterosso. With the narrow streets it is hard to see the full structure but the inside is beautiful. Two small side chapels with a baptismal fountain line the sides of the church, with a large altar covered by an amazing chandelier structure. The church is small but worth a short visit.

In the heart of old town of Monteresso. The Church is old but well maintained. usually it is open of touristic people free of charges.

📍 Parrocchia di San Giovanni Battista – Italy 🇮🇹 A peaceful parish church ⛪ dedicated to St. John the Baptist, often found at the heart of the local community. The architecture is simple yet elegant 🏛️, with a calm interior ideal for prayer 🙏 and reflection 🌿. Depending on the location, some have beautiful frescoes 🎨, altars, and bell towers that add charm to the surrounding piazza. Not a major tourist attraction, but a welcoming stop if you’re strolling through town 🚶‍♂️ and want to see authentic local heritage.

This church is located in one of the 5 Cinque Terres, the Monterosso which is one is probably the biggest and has the most souvenir/shopping around. Personally I find this to be my favourite amongst the 5.

The St. John the Baptist Church (Chiesa San Giovanni Battista) is extraordinary by its age (almost 800 years) and style - Ligurian Gothic with black and white stripped facade. When you're inside, the black and white stripped columns and squares on the floor turn into an almost hypnotic image. The black and white style was trendy in middle age Genoan architecture and preferred by the very rich nobles. Besides, the black and white combination may well symbolize the duality of life and death or good and evil as in other cultures.

Beautiful church that, unlike many we visited, actually had holy water available. We could see and here the bells from our hotel room.

This is an interesting stop we stumbled upon while in Monterosso al Mare. I was super intrigued by the skulls & skeletons. I was curious what it all meant & what the words translated to. I took pictures of the unusual decorations with the intention of looking it up later to find out what this place was all about. It turns out it's the Brotherhood of Death & Prayer. They provided burial services for the less fortunate and to look over the souls of the dead. Very interesting, definitely worth checking out.

A beautiful church in the heart of Monterosso with the most stunning interior. The beautiful adornments make for the most amazing pictures in this tiny church. The dome in the centre is decorated in a beautiful blue mural and draws your eye way up to the top of the spire. There is another church next door, but this one is far more beautiful in my opinion.

📍 Oratorio Mortis et Orationis – Monterosso al Mare, Italy 🇮🇹 A small Baroque oratory ⛪ with a striking black-and-white striped façade and skull motifs 💀 that set it apart in Monterosso’s old town. Inside, the decorations continue with skeletons, frescoes 🎨, and symbols of mortality, reflecting the Brotherhood of the Neri’s mission of prayer and burial. Though modest in size, the atmosphere is unique—solemn, reflective, and unlike the typical churches in Cinque Terre. A hidden gem worth a quick stop while exploring the square. 🙌

At first sight, we were striked by the unusual decorations of bones and skulls. The oratorio (aka Oratorio di Santa Maria di Porto Salvo) is part of the San Giovanni Chiesa (St. John the Baptist Church) and was built during the 17th century in baroque style following the Black and White stripe architecture of the St. John the Baptist Church nearby. The skeletons (made of stucco material) actually symbolize the ephemeral passing of life.

Right next to the larger San Giovanni Battista, I found this chapel way more intriguing. It wasn‘t lit when we got there and I loved the gloomy vibes it gave me. The crooked chandeliers, and the electricity cable hanging above the Holy Mary reminded me of 90‘s grunge.

Cool church. Only takes a minute to stop and look as it is right down in the middle of City. Really pretty inside. An active church so be respectful and don't barge in. Ask permission

Really neat interior architecture!! I love the skeletons on the inside. entrance is free

Best location - at the start of the walkway and nearby the parking lot. If you don’t order a place for sitting, I suggest you to come early (up to 10am), and you probably get your place. The food is a little bit high, and so is the price for one umbrella and two sea chairs (40€), but I guess this is the price everywhere on the beach.

We booked here every day during our stay and loved it, facilities are clean, staff are friendly, bar is quick and the beach is clean. And yes they will make you a bucket of ant cocktail you want! Great appetizers for a quick bite and they let you bring food into as well! (Rocky once you swim out but nothing uncommon for the region.) We will definitely be back

Sunbeds with umbrella 35EUR. No service on the beach even if you paid 35 for the sunbeds, just a ”get up on your own as to buy what you want”- kind of attitude. 7EUR for water and fresh orange juice is ok though. But for sure, I won’t come back for the rest of my stay. 🙏🏼😇

I honestly don’t understand why this doesn’t have better reviews! We had a wonderful experience at Stella Marina during our stay in Cinque Terre. Definitely pay for the front row chairs, that makes a big difference! You will get two comfortable chairs with an umbrella and table, and two towels. We also added on the 2-bucket or bottle of wine option. It wasn’t a big deal having to walk to the bar to buy our food. It was super close! The locked cabanas to change or store your belongings was such a plus. It was such a quick walk from the train station and had many nearby restaurants and shopping. Just be careful when going in the water! There are some super sharp rocks at the bottom. We loved it here though!

To reserve 2 beds with umbrella online is 140 euro or so. It does come with 2 buckets of drinks and access to changing room, but not worth it imo. Better to show up and pay 35 euro.

Good beach club! Lots of seats although they sell out. Recommend using the reservation system online or coming early. We came in early Aug and it was sold out near noon, so did the other beach clubs around. Great service here! Lots of helpful hardworking staff. Food is not the best but you can leave the beach clubs to get lunch and come back. Had the lasagna and the pizza which was OK. Definitely not bad or anything but not great. On par with beach clubs tho

We rent an umbrella and two sunbeds for 3 days. Staff is very kind and helpful. They don’t disturb people during the day it is very peaceful beach to chill. Shower, clean toilets and clean changing rooms are good. Coctails are 4 star out of 5. Snacks are 3 star out of 5. You can also eat somewhere else outside. But as a beach usage, it is recommended.

Beautiful property with so much potential. Walked up from the town, where we were staying. Amazing outdoor views of the vineyards. But it was a very odd evening. Staff were really young, inappropriate and immature. No one appeared to be in charge. A shame for the chef as food was quite good. They wouldn’t let us order the dishes listed for 2 people only. We don’t like the same things so was disappointing and didn’t seem like a big deal. Red wine was good but bottle served too warm. One server kept trying to speak French to me and was really annoying. Weirdest of all was when we were done, we were taken into a room /office and told to give them our credit card. I never saw a bill just told the total. At this point, we just wanted to clear out so paid it. Would love to know what the story is behind this very odd establishment …

We found this place up on the hill by chance. Short uphill walk from city center montorosso. Beautiful setting with plenty of space. Olive trees , lemon trees , and of course grapes. You can just visit anytime and walk the grounds , get a lunch or bottle and relax. This is true working vineyard.... I can only imagine the amount of work that goes into making it as gorgeous as it is! We had the set course dinner one land and one sea with the wine pairing. Both were plated nicely and aesthetically beautiful. The steak tartar was tender and nicely flavored and a generous size but the Parmesan cream seemed to lack the flavor I was expecting. The shrimp meets the scallop was cooked perfectly with an apple based sauce which complimented it well. The first plate was amberjack ravioli full of flavor and the risotto tastey as well. The second was the poppy seed tuna which was delicious and seared perfectly. The veal cheek was delicious. Cooked beautifully with a sauce that went perfectly with potato puree and the tender turnip greens added that bite to pull it all together nicely. For me a great dish. All paired with their wines made on site. The desserts were tasty and a nice finish. A limoncelllo to finish. The setting and service were outstanding. They also offer tastings and rooms with breakfast. If you're in the cinque terre you should check this place out....you won't be disappointed.

I was told by close family friends that visiting Buranco Winery was an absolute must during our stay in Cinque Terre, and they could not have been more right. Little did my girlfriend at the time know that I had been planning to propose under the lemon tree canopy at the base of the vineyard after a fantastic lunch and wine tasting. I connected with Marlene via WhatsApp before our visit, and she made the entire experience unforgettable from start to finish. She and the chef personally took the time to introduce themselves, and Marlene went above and beyond by helping me arrange a private spot with chairs for the proposal. From the breathtaking views and scenery to the incredible food, wine, and the best service I have ever received, Buranco exceeded every expectation. This place will forever hold a special place in our hearts, and we cannot wait to return. Thank you again to the entire staff for making one of the best moments of my life absolutely perfect.

I’m literally salivating as I write this review just thinking about their tuna dish—that’s how good the food was. The chef’s choice sea menu is an absolute must. Every course somehow managed to top the last, and the flavors were unforgettable. And the view? Unreal. If my husband and I ever decide to renew our vows, this will 100% be the venue. It’s that magical. We actually found this gem thanks to Roberto, our amazing guide from the Florence Untold by Bike tour (which I also highly recommend—thank you, Roberto!). Buranco Winery is truly a special place. Do not miss it!

Lovely location, food and wine especially were excellent. We did fixed menu and matching wines. It wasn’t a beach day and it was a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Very nice atmosphere and location sitting amongst the gardens and vines. An easy stroll up from the village.

We booked a table for lunch at 14:00 and were seated in a lovely spot overlooking the garden. The place was quiet at that time and the staff was friendly. We ordered cold cuts and cheese (€27), trenette with green beans, potatoes and pesto (€25), and braised veal cheek (€36), along with a glass of red and white wine (€8 each). The food was good - the Parma ham and veal excellent - but the cheese plate was a little underwhelming with only one type of cheese. Overall, a very pleasant lunch. The only downside was at the end, when we were offered a “gift” of homemade Limoncello, which turned out to be added to the bill at €6 each. After pointing it out, the charge was removed after some arguing with the manager, but it left a slightly bittersweet impression. It also felt as if they were trying to hide it, since we were only given the total amount at first. I only noticed the additional €12 charge when I took the itemized receipt myself. In the end, the bill landed on €120, but the saddest part is that what could have been a wonderful lunch was dampened by this unpleasant detail

We walked up to the Buranco Winery & shared a delicious bottle of their white wine. We sat under the olive trees with the grape vines behind us & a lemon tree orchard in front of us. Such a beautiful & idyllic setting which shouldn’t be missed!!

This place was a great experience. Everywhere said to book a reservation but when we went late May we walked in at 6:30 no reservation and got a great table for 2. The views were really immaculate of the ocean and the town of Monterosso. Really stunning. The restaurant itself is in old ruins and the staff was very professional. We were treated with complimentary prosecco and a small bread appetizer with a small greens salad on top. Then a bread basket. We ordered the cod dish and the octopus pasta. The cod dish was very tender and good but did lack a little flavor. The octopus pasta on the other hand was very good and flavorful. Was a great dish. Service was great, food was pretty good, and the views were unbeatabale. We spent about 100 euro for two with a bottle of wine in that price.

My wife and I ate here on our stay in Monterosso during our honeymoon. The views from this restaurant are amazing! The food was excellent, the staff treated us well, and the overall experience was great. We highly recommend eating here during your stay in Monterosso.

We went to have dinner in what should have been one of the most beautiful spots in Monterosso, at the top of the hill with stunning views. Unfortunately, what began as a promising meal quickly turned into one of the worst dining experiences of my life. The restaurant was absolutely infested with mosquitoes. It wasn’t just one or two. It was an invasion!! A mosquito even landed in my glass of water, and I had to constantly protect my wine from them. I personally killed several mosquitoes at the table, and still ended up with multiple bites. Every single table around us was struggling, and another couple even told us they had already killed around 50. What makes this worse is that the staff did absolutely nothing about it. No apology, no attempt to help, no acknowledgement — just complete indifference, as if this was normal. For a fine dining restaurant (with prices to match), this is unacceptable. The location is undeniably beautiful, but never in my life have I had to fight off so many bugs while trying to enjoy a meal. It was not just unpleasant — it was truly disgusting, and it completely ruined what should have been a memorable dinner in my travel in Italy.

Oh my goodness the most incredible view of my lifetime and I am now 66 years old. Received the recommendation from a friend and made it a point to spend our afternoon at this incredible restaurant. Just soaked it in good food, friendly service and enjoyed soaking in God’s creation. If you’re on the fence of where to go in this town, you would be mistaken if you don’t choose this place for lunch or dinner!

The staff was very attentive and friendly. It was a wonderful evening with an excellent vegetable dish — perfectly cooked and I absolutely loved the sauce. I couldn’t stop dipping bread into it! The fish we had was incredibly tasty and cooked to perfection. The skin was crisped just right, and the mashed potatoes on the side paired beautifully with it. I highly recommend this place to everyone. Stay well and with love

Must go to in Monterosso. Absolutely beautiful views and exquisite food. Serviced from staff was impeccable. We’ve just come off a food and wine tour in Sardinia and Corsica and this place trumps it.

We had an excellent experience having dinner here. The food was outstanding, with very good flavours and good prepared. Excellent service from the waiters. And the view overlooking Monterosso made the evening to something to remember.

The monument is a commanding presence in the city center, capturing the determined spirit of one of Italy's great unifiers. Set atop a rearing horse, Garibaldi looks out with purpose-more dynamic than most statues of its kind. Surrounded by gardens and civic buildings, it's both a historical landmark and a central meeting point. Worth a stop for those interested in Italy's past or simply looking to appreciate bold public art.

Beautiful statue situated in a small but well maintained park that stretches across the length of the small harbour. While there is a busy road running alongside the park the noise is kept to a minimum thanks to the large leafy trees that call the park home.

Right in the heart of La Spezia’s public gardens, this statue makes a solid meeting point (and a subtle history lesson). Not a wow-moment, but reliable and photogenic in that old-European-park kind of way.

The Monumento a Giuseppe Garibaldi in La Spezia, Italy, is a beautiful landmark in the middle of the park. Its illuminated charm during the night is captivating. A must-see monument that adds to the allure of La Spezia's landscape.

Beautiful! Only critique is the gravel on paths needs to be topped up and then it would be spectacular!

A nice equestrian statue dedicated to Giuseppe Garibaldi, located in the public gardens of La Spezia. It is a monumental statue, placed on a sandstone pedestal, depicting a prancing horse on the back, on which Garibaldi draws a sword. Recently restored, the monument is made of bronze and weighs 60 tons. It is one of the few equestrian statues in the world with a prancing horse, standing only on its hind legs.

Impressive Cycas revoluta. Well kept park.

Pictures don’t do justice to this beautiful place! We stayed during the weekend and we had the best time there! The views were amazing, the staff were so friendly as well! The weather was great and Their breakfast buffet was nice too!

If you want relax and chill far away of civilization this is the spot, the staff is very nice as well, very friendly with the kids, and view is Amazing 👌(you need to have a car).

Imagine arriving there after 100km of riding uphills and EVERYONE is SUPER NICE and food is awesome! Well honestly, best service and nicest people Ive encounter in 3500km of cycling in europe.

Great location and outstanding views a bit far from the montersso beach but the shuttle service provided is excellent and takes you to and from monterosso train station. No air-conditioner remote was provides even though the airconditioner was working fine,despite asking.Also provides buffet breakfast which is also quite decent. Rooms were slightly on the smaller side although nice and clean.

Nothing beats breakfast in the nature... If you done it before, you will know what I mean. It also comes with the great view of the Monterosso al Mare. Make sure that you packed light, taking bags in/out will be a challenge. You will be offered free shuttle bus service to/from Monterosso al Mare, best way to explore all five villages. The bus leaves I Lecci Soviore around 9:15 and picks you up from Monterosso al Mare around 19:00. Best way to explore all five villages is by train. For 16.5 Euros all day pass beats all parking and narrow road issues.

Nice little cottage run by a lovely couple. Good views and breakfast provided. The location is a little remote but no problem as they provide free shuttle pick up and drop off to the Monterosso centre. Definitely recommend.

I thoroughly reccomend a stay here. We arrived late afternoon to a warm welcome. The views are magnificent. We were offered lifts to and from Monterosso so no hassle of driving and parking. Breakfast on the terrace was very special. I'm so glad we stayed.

Can't believe the rating is not higher! We paid €40 for two sunbeds with umbrellas and head covers, which was the same price and beds across all of the areas I believe. They started offering service at your bed from midday (you can still bring in food and drink from outside too). The lady serving us was super friendly and seemed energetic the whole time we were there (until 6pm). We had two sandwiches while we were there which were delicious and many different drinks. The prices were so reasonable and a special highlight for me was the Afforgato with Bailey's! Both the food and drinks also came quickly. There are also changing facilities free of charge. I took some photos of the menu.

We absolutely LOVED Bar Bagni Alga! Morgan was our sever two days in a row, and she was such a delight! Yes, we went back two days in a row because it was just so fun! It was 25 euros for two beach chairs and an umbrella! We got lucky and got front row both times, which was nice for a quick dip in the ocean. We enjoyed a bucket of sangria the most, but they also made a fine spritz. We were also surprised by how good the food was for this tiny coastal kitchen! Definitely remember for a quieter day in Montrosso as this beach is past the main center of town. 100% worth the short walk for less people and better service!

Had a fantastic two days as a solo female traveller at this beach bar/ chairs. Comfortable chairs €25 1 chair/umbrella, Morgan who runs the cocktails is fabulous €8 per cocktail, nice lifeguards & female staff at the bar area. Very respectful to the planet too when I found the young beach attendant sorting peoples rubbish into the recycling bins at the end of the day. Yes There was one arsey bloke behind the bar, but it’s Italy…. Some are just grumpy😆. Also full of loud Americans staying at the hotel, who can’t fathom how to communicate without yelling across to one another. Made me laugh more than anything. Overall felt safe and my belongings safe too. Recommended.

The comments are only for the bar, not for the beach. We just had a snack , beer & ice tea. All were of premium quality, the stuff was very friendly and the prices Ok for a beach bar.

45 euro gets you two chairs and one umbrella in the back row. Also purchased three rounds of drinks for two each 16-18 euro. Beach is rocky and hard on the feet. I only had packed leather sandals I preferred to wear on dry vs wet feet (choices that need to be made packing carry-on for weeks!). Was told It was illegal to set my towel in a pile close to the waters edge so i could dry them before putting my shoes back on before walking on the hot painfully bumpy rocks. True or just trying to deter anyone who hadn’t paid for a day’s sun bed? who knows. Bottom line is that it is possible to reserve a couple chairs and umbrella for 40 euros on the sandy beach closer to the train station the day prior, so do that instead. We did not have a meal here so no comment on that, had bar service on the beach offered maybe 3 times in 5 hours, it was delivered quickly thereafter ordering and seems to have a few additional euro service charge, card is preferred method to pay. You can also order and pay at the bar for a tad less.

Very friendly service. Perfect ambiente. Prices are all fair. Have been here as a family with two Kids in the bar. Stayed for over 2 hours due to atmosphere and felt good all the time. Big thanks to our service employee.

The place is really well located, food was not great and costly for Italian standards. Once we finished, after having lunch, dessert and drinks, we wanted to take a quick swim on the way out when we got approached by someone who asked us to leave the beach if we were not getting a sunbed, we explained we had plans and needed to leave asap, however it didn’t matter! On our way out from the beach coastline a second person approached us telling us to move to the public sector as per his boss instructions, we were heading towards the exit and that was totally unnecessary. A rude and bad experience that could have been spared!

(Translated by Google) The oratory of Santa Croce or of the Confraternita dei Bianchi was built in the 15th century. Until the 17th century it hosted the brotherhood of the Whites, so called due to the color of the robe used during the processions, which had the task of managing the hospital and taking care of the sick. Inside are a nineteenth-century organ from the Pistoia school and a wooden choir loft with a painted parapet. (Original) L’oratorio di Santa Croce o della Confraternita dei Bianchi venne edificato nel XV secolo. Ospitò fino al XVII secolo la confraternita dei Bianchi, così chiamati per il colore della veste usata durante le processioni, che aveva il compito di gestire l'ospedale e di prendersi cura dei malati. All’interno sono conservati un organo ottocentesco di scuola pistoiese ed una cantoria lignea con parapetto dipinto.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful church. Few seats, but very well frescoed and illuminated. The main altar and the two niches to the right and left of the altar are beautiful. Along the sides there are various crucifixes of different shapes and sizes. (Original) Chiesa molto bella. Pochi posti a sedere, ma molto ben affrescata ed illuminata. Bello l'altare principale e le due nicchie a destra e sinistra dell'altare. Lungo i lati svariati crocifissi di diversa forma e dimensione.

(Translated by Google) The oratory of Santa Croce dei Banchi is located in the historic center of Monterosso. The building dates back to the 15th century. The facade is in Ligurian Gothic style. The whole is classical, with a single nave. The characteristics that emerge: - 19th century organ from the Pistoia school; - wooden choir loft from the Ligurian school. Entrance: free. (Original) L'oratorio di Santa Croce dei Banchi si trova nel centro storico di Monterosso. L'edificio risale al XV secolo. La facciata è in stile gotico ligure. L'intero è classicheggiate, ad unica navata. Le caratteristiche che emergono: - organo del 1800 di scuola pistoiese; - cantoria lignea di scuola ligure. Ingresso: gratuito.

(Translated by Google) Small church hidden in a side alley. The wooden model of a vintage ship is interesting (Original) Piccola chiesetta nascosta in un vicolo laterale. Interessante il modellino ligneo di una nave d'epoca

(Translated by Google) A beautiful church, for me the most beautiful from Monterosso, located in a small side street on Via Roma, also called the oratory of the Bianchi or the Confraternity of the Whites due to the color of the robe used during the processions. The construction dates back to the 16th century, worth mentioning is the wooden choir, various paintings and sacred objects of the time and the organ. Definitely worth a visit. (Original) Una bellissima chiesa, per me la più bella da Monterosso, sita in una vietta laterale alla via Roma, detta anche oratorio dei Bianchi o della confraternita dei Bianchi per il colore della veste usata durante le processioni. La costruzione risale al XVI secolo, da segnalare il coro ligneo, diversi quadri ed oggetti sacri dell'epoca e l' organo. Merita sicuramente una visita.

(Translated by Google) Pretty (Original) Bella

Does it have any Holy mass?

(Translated by Google) In the 17th century, the small church was the private chapel and oratory of Cardinal Saporiti. During the Napoleonic age it was deconsecrated and used as a warehouse. It was purchased in 1959 by Gino De Andreis, cousin of Eugenio Montale, and his wife Bebe who, after renovating it, donated it to the parish of Monterosso. The facade is enriched by two ceramic statues, the work of the Genoese artist Emanuele Luzzati, which depict Sant'Andrea, patron saint of the De Andreis family and San Domenico, patron saint of the Montale family. During the Christmas period, a fishermen's nativity scene is set up in the churchyard. (Original) La piccola chiesa nel XVII secolo fu cappella e oratorio privato del cardinale Saporiti. Durante l'età napoleonica venne sconsacrata e adibita a magazzino. Venne acquistata nel 1959 da Gino De Andreis , cugino di Eugenio Montale, e dalla moglie Bebe che dopo averla ristrutturata la donarono alla parrocchia di Monterosso. La facciata è arricchita da due statue in ceramica, opera dell'artista genovese Emanuele Luzzati, che raffigurano Sant’Andrea, patrono della famiglia De Andreis e San Domenico, patrono della famiglia di Montale. Nel periodo natalizio, sul sagrato viene allestito un presepe dei pescatori.

(Translated by Google) A small, charming church. Welcoming, its doors always open to anyone wishing to stop by, even briefly. It could use a thorough cleaning, but that certainly didn't stop me from offering my prayers to Mary. (Original) Chiesa piccola e carina. Accogliente con le sue porte sempre aperte a chi desidera fermarsi anche brevemente. Forse avrebbe bisogno di una pulizia approfondita, ma questo non mi ha certo impedito di rivolgere le mie preghiere a Maria🙏.

(Translated by Google) A small, unique and beautiful church (Original) 작지만 특이하고 아름다웠던 교회

(Translated by Google) Small but really beautiful with its history (Original) Piccola ma veramente bella con la sua storia

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Molto bella

(Translated by Google) Nice and simple temporarily under construction (Original) Bonita y simple en obras temporalmente