The 16 best places to go out in Porto Venere

Unfortunately didn't get enough time to complete the walk around the island. Being October the ferry times were not as often as it would have been in the summer or spring. Definitely will come back.

I like this island very much. The ferry boat takes people to Terrizzo but the rest of the island is not crowded. Palmaria is quiet and it has got fantastic views on Portovenere and the surrounding sea. The trekking around the island is nice and relaxing. There are goats walking free on the paths..they have horns but don't be scared, they are nice!

Nice island to park near by boat

Mediterranean little island

Great place to visit while in the region of the Cinque Terra.

Amazing giro isola. About 2 hours for complete round.

Terrible service, rude and not worth the money..

Had a lovely 3 course dinner with the bruschetta, mussel pasta and a lemon cake! Local ingredients, quick service and good food. Because of the location, lots of people walk by and so sitting outside is less calm than inside.

Had dinner here two nights ago. The service absolutely lovely! The pesto pasta was delicious and the wine was excellent. Highly recommended!

Really great and relaxing atmosphere for a romantic dinner with my wife. You can tell all ingredients are good quality and locally sourced. We had the olive oil and bread (sounds simple but is very good quality) and anchovies. Of the main dishes, our favorite was the testaroli. The waiters were very kind and even showed us a video of how this unique dish is made.

Had a great meal here so don't quite understand the middling rating. We stuck with local delicacies and weren't disappointed. Service was friendly and the atmosphere local, a mix of tourists and Italians. On our way home, glancing at the fussily plated options at the fancier options further down the street, we felt fully satisfied we'd made the right choice at Carugio!

This little restaurant offers a super charming atmosphere. You can tell from its style that it’s got a lot of character. The staff is very efficient and welcoming. The food is very testy: anchovies filets are a must try, the best I had ever had. As main I had octopus with potatoes and olives, very good!

Handmade pasta & stuffed muscles to die for. The most authentic meal I’ve had - will certainly be back again 🖤

We had the most lovely meal, particularly enjoyed antipasti and local cheese and honey. We had the house wine, which was great value.

It seems that your experience depends on what you order. The prosciutto plate, minestrone soup and calamari were well liked by our group. The rest- pastas, pizza, chicken, mussels, were not very good. First, most plates had little flavor. Even the deserts were literally flavorless. I had to salt the pizza, but the pesto and cheese were good. The chicken plate for nearly $30 had only 2 dry chicken legs. Even after complaining about a few items the owner did not offer any discount or refund. We wish we asked our hotel concierge for recommendations first.

Really bad pizzas. I didn't ask for any of those ingredients. The french fries were so dry and inedible. She said "roast potatoes were not on the menu" but then it's better to say no before receiving them. I won't go back never. Very bad experience!

1 star because there is not option for 0 stars. We ordered 6 pizzas for takeaway. First of all, the size of the pizzas was for babies, not at all a standard italian pizza. Secondly, 4 out of 6 pizzas’ ingredients were wrong. Fries (patatine fritte) instead of the ordered oven baked potatoes. Salad leaves instead of rocket (rucola). Pickled onions instead of standard onions. No or little ham and zuchinis on a “ham and zuchinis” pizza. When we called the owner/manager she said that they don’t have the ingredients we requested, but she didn’t tell us at the moment of the order. 6 pizzas for 79€, we don’t care about the price if there is quality, but in this case, please just stay away from this restaurant if you are italian. (It’s just for tourist who eat doesn’t know shit about italian food).

We came thinking the menu looked good. It’s definitely a tourist trap and I do not recommend coming, we’ve had such good experiences with food here near La Spezia but this has been the worst. They change the plain flat dry bread they bring at the table 5€, the food doesn’t have taste and the portions are too small. I usually don’t give bad reviews but this was way too much.

This was an unexpected surprise! Il Timone truly captures the culture of Italy. Their food is made masterfully and with so much love. The service is friendly and welcoming. Also, it is a beautiful view on the water. Thank you ❤️

Excellent friendly and efficient service, great food and wine, stunning views

Have enjoyed this restaurant twice so far during our Porto Venere. There is an excellent view over the water from harbour side tables, but an advance booking is required to get one of these. We've both eaten the daily seafood pasta on both visits, along with a selection of secondi including stuffed sardines, fritto misto and the seafood soup. All have been extremely tasty. The wine selection is also excellent and we've received great advice from the head waitress on both occasions. We plan on returning again. Highly recommended.

Great food and good location, but it took a long time to be served and the staff was clearly a lot more service-minded to Italian speakers and locals than tourists. I had a seafood pasta and got a great wine recommendation for a local wine.

We had the Crudo Mare for starters. Very fresh and tasty! And the best meal we have had in Porto Venere is the Mixed Seafood Spagetti! Very fresh, pasta was al dente and the sauce was perfection! Romantic atmosphere and good service.

Very good, but there are better restaurants in Italy. The salted sardines with burrito appetizer was tasty, so was the spaghetti pomedoro basilico primi.

The food was excellent! Unfortunately we and the table next to us were constantly swarmed by wasps. We asked to be reseated to another table, but were refused. It’s unfortunate because the food was excellent and the atmosphere would’ve been pleasant if it weren’t for all those wasps. We wanted to stay for desserts, but ultimately decided against it because of the wasps. I wanted to have a nice meal, not constantly fight a battle against an evil swarm the whole meal. We hardly had the time to enjoy the food, as we kept getting up to avoid being stung. They offered no discount for the inconvenience. It’s a shame. Hopefully their wasp problem will be taken care of soon. In the meantime, beware.

I booked this restaurant for a bachelorette party dinner. Food was delicious and staff was so kind and sweet. Every local people we met told us to go there, also prices are absolutely reasonable. Location is perfect, would 100% recommend!

Food was okay, but it was very slow. Seems they are really lacking of staff. Been to northern Italy for 2 weeks, been to 2 restaurants everyday, the Coperto of this restaurant was the most expensive - 5 euros per person , including kids. Even a Michelin restaurant charges 3 euros per head, some restaurants don’t count my two kids at all.

Located in a cozy corner of the village, the restaurant offers a nice menu with a good wine choice. The quality/ price relation is pretty fair. Good service.

On schedule but often skips Cinque Terre villages if sea is completely smooth.

Total chaos and incompetence whe. It comes to directing people. Put up a few sighs, make a actual line if you don't want people trying to get on a boat en masse. Use some common sense. Shake my head. Always ask 2 staff members your questions. You usually get 2 different answers.

Boat service from here is fine, but it helps to be creative when returning as some of the other ports are very crowded/inaccessible so advise to try a hybrid of boat+trains if you want stress/queue free visits to the 5 towns.

Horrible services, we do not recommend this company, be very carrefull. You dont know till the departure time, if the boat is going or not. Information phone number is not working, nobody is picking the phone. So the only way how to realise if the boat is going or not, is waiting in the port. We lost one day of our holiday because of this company. NEVER MORE.

Excellent way to see the area! Very good service and nice boats.

Payed 33€ to see Vernazza but did not got time to go off board because off a motor problem. That really sucks! Now waiting in Monterosso to go back to Portovenere. Total rip off!!!!

Expensive but the best way to visit Cinque Terra on a hot summerday - and their service departure / arrival is punctual 😎

It was an absolutely amazing experience! Great welcome, great service, and fabulous food. I love the boat service, which was equally a friendly service.

This restaurant is on the island of Palmaria and has really great and local food. The “muscles” are top notch and the pasta dishes have great depth in taste and the portion is quite good. The pasta with pesto is a must try. Highly recommended if you’re traveling in Porto Venere or are close to 5 terre

The only good part of the experience was the boat ride, which was timely and enjoyable. Upon arrival, the staff didn't want to serve us. I believe this was because we don't speak fluent Italian, although we can otherwise get by. The waiter was extremely rude and impatient and did not even want to serve us from the beginning. The steak was undercooked, the unknown fish was overcooked, and the shrimp and lobster still had all it's shells on, so it hurt to take it off. The people/staff who worked there laughed at my wife when she asked for something to crack open the shells. After all the food was finished, one of the day felt nauseated. If I could give this place 0 stars I would, but Google rating only allows from 1-5 stars.

Amazing place, great staff and service, great food. Can’t wait to go back.

Great food and service! Tucked away from the main tourist traps, this genuine restaurant did not disappoint. We had a quick lunch where we found a good selection of pasta which was cooked well and tasted great. Would happily eat here again if I visit Porto Venere again.

A Venetian boat will take you across from Portovenere. One of the most delicious meals of our trip. The mixed seafood antipasti were excellent, we loved our pastas, and the grilled fresh fish was simple yet perfect. We loved the very friendly hospitality and service above it all. Time it with sunset for a romantic dinner.

We went to the restaurant and not the hotel . From what I tried in portovenere, this is the best by far. The place is nice with a good view over the portovener. We found the taxi boat that carried us to the other side. We ordered different dishes. From the basic pasta to the grilled fish. Really enjoyed our food. At the end, we got to know that it was recommended Michelin in 2018

The oysters are so fresh and excellent! The lemon sardines are WONDERFUL! Would absolutely go back again. Our waiter was very helpful and friendly! Great lunch!

One of the best restaurants, with kind and quick staff and delicious food.

A good restaurant with nice atmosphere. The service was good and the lasagna was delicious. You can sit inside or outside which is nice on a chilly evening.

The food was tasty, nothing wrong with that. Everyone enjoyed it. Just beware of the extra 2€ per person BREAD FEE and 3€ per person SERVICE FEE so prepare to pay 5€ more per person than normal. I don't respect hidden fees. Wait time was on the little longer size but that's fine to me.

I dined out this restaurant tonight and experienced really poor service. The waiter forgot our menu and served the dish after 40min later without apology. It is located in the main entrance and the price looks reasonable. But it’s not true. They charge 2 euro for dried bread per person. Only the olive oil quality is decent. Over priced for every dish. Moreover small portion is plus. Not recommend.

Poor service. Took 20 minutes to get the menus. Another 20 to get two drinks out of 6 that we have ordered. We never got the as a matter of fact. The food came after around 50 minutes from placing the order. Considering that we ordered two steaks cooked till medium you can see in the photo the state of the meat. Not only that I was not seasoned, unevenly cooked, very veiny and tasted like a shoe it was not enjoyable at all. The waiters didn’t take any feedback into the account. I don’t know why there were so many people, I guess it was a tourist trap. Never again. Highly discourage anyone from eating here. Oh, also when we were ordering we could hear people at the other table who were complaining about the time and quality, however decided to give them a shot. Bad luck.

One of the best restaurants in Portovenere. They serve delicious food especially typical local food. Unique and Famous Ligurian classical food items can be found in their menu. Servono cibo delizioso. Nessun compromesso con la qualità.

Grotta di Lord Byron is more than just a rocky inlet—it’s a dramatic, windswept tribute to poetry and the power of the sea. Named after the English poet who famously swam across the gulf from here, the spot is steeped in romantic legend. Waves crash against black stone walls as sunlight filters through the narrow opening, creating a moody, cinematic vibe. It’s a must-visit for the atmosphere and view alone.

It's a sumptuous little town with narrow, alley-lined streets, and the Grotta di Lord Byron is charming, with a wonderful view of the endless sea and a bay perfect for an enclosed beach.

Spent multiple days swimming here! Clear water with tons of fish, so bring goggles. Would 100% visit again. Be careful though as the water can be quite rough and dangerous sometimes.

One of the most beautiful sunsets I’ve seen in my life

This place is magic. We accidentally stumbled upon it solely because we were staying at the Porto Venere Grand a short walk away. We visited it it two nights in a row for the views and sunset. I decided to swim on our second evening - there are tourists and locals alike sunbathing, swimming, and cliff jumping. It’s a bit of a steep walk down, so would be difficult for someone with mobility issues. Also, you have to make sure you’re comfortable exploring and swimming without a lifeguard/safety personnel present. If you’re comfortable, I highly recommend grabbing a picnic and some champagne to relax on the rocks and enjoy some swimming. In the middle of the summer, even at golden hour, it can be quite hot in the sun, so plan appropriately. There is a rock lower down close to the water that most people were using to get in and out of the water - many were jumping in from higher points as well. I scraped my legs pretty badly trying to get out on the rocks/barnacles - keep an eye out for jellyfish as well - a few of us got stung. Regardless, the scrapes and sting were well worth it as this was a highlight of our trip and one of the most beautiful sunsets I’ve ever seen.

Nothing super special apart from the name (Byron) but pleasant enough

On 2.10 it was quite nice to visit. Not so many people, nice 22 Celsius degree. Only lack of parking and traffic solution. All the nice shops providing tourist attractions are realty must pass by status!

Perfect view and good service. But €18 for a salad (mentioned as "big salad" on the menu) with only 3 ingredients on it, is a bit to much! PS: you pay separately for bread, and the seasoning on the photo is done by my self with the olive oil on the table. Next to the fact that the view and location are perfect, still this price is not worthed for what you get.

My Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Berger from Switzerland were there for one week and they loved it so much. Everything was clean, the staff very very friendly and welcoming and the food was delicious.

Very organized, clean and well located beach on the Gulf. Both service and the restaurant are very well cared.

Beach looks really nice but nine out of ten times you are unable to get in because they keep on saying that they are fully booked when beach looks more than empty.

Had a great day here. €40 for beds/umbrella (€50 if you take the front row). Staff were lovely, bistro great for food and drinks. Nice place for a swim in the sea too. 😎

We walked down because of the reviews. Checked their website for rates and figured 30 euros for 2 lounge chairs and an umbrella was reasonable. When we walked up one employee quoted that price but then another suggested 50 euros. We were with another couple. The place was dead and sky overcast so we requested the rate showing on their website. There was some squabbling but then the bar mgr agreed to a credit at the bar for the difference. No one offered service to the beach chairs. We walked up to the bar/bistro for lunch and our food was undercooked…raw. After showing the waitress she acknowledged it, apologized but still brought the bill as is. Very disappointing for the cost of the time there.

Not turist friendly, in fact not friendly at all. We went there at 5 pm and it was closing 7 pm, they charged us 35 Euros for two sun beds and one umbrella. And for this price we were seated in the very back line while there were plenty of spaces in the front by the sea, they said that they are reserved for the club members although it was obvious no one were using those especially at this time of the day. Terrible experience. This is a fancy exclusive beach club, don’t go there. There are plenty if nice beach bars around with hospitality that you should choose.

Torri di Venere is truly a gem. Perched on the hillside in front of the Loggia Romanica, it offers not only breathtaking views but also the chance to enjoy a swim in the lagoon — honestly, I wish I could live here. It’s one of the most stunningly beautiful places I’ve ever visited. The restaurant itself is run with remarkable dedication. The owner clearly takes pride in offering exceptional service and cuisine, and it shows in every detail. Yes, the meal is expensive, but absolutely worth every cent. Adding to the charm is the family of seagulls that have lived here for over ten years. They gently glide by to say hello without intruding, keeping the pigeons away and creating a sense of harmony with both the restaurant and its guests. The combination of food, atmosphere, and service easily deserves 10 stars if that were possible. Torri di Venere isn’t just a restaurant — it’s an experience. Perfect for special occasions and big events like weddings, or simply for anyone who wants to feel a touch of magic. We loved every moment here and will definitely be coming back.

Starter was red mullet with fish egg on top and basil olive oil. Texture with ocean tastes was impressed us Fried squid and vegitable were very fresh. The flour coat was not too crunchy either not too soft. Taste was just right. Consider the weather, this dish was not too heavy but delightful with sparking drink. Service here was super and flexible. We got a table without reservation. Was very lucky. I would recommend the terrece on top floor. View is much better.

Perfect location for a Sunday afternoon lunch. Seafood linguine was excellent. Highly recommended. Stunning views.

We went for some drinks and the experience was amazing. From the very first moment, the service was outstanding: friendly, attentive, and with those little details that truly make a difference. The place itself is gorgeous, with a privileged view that makes everything twice as enjoyable. The music was perfect—lively, but without overwhelming the conversation, creating the ideal atmosphere to have a great time. And as if that weren’t enough, they surprised us with complimentary bites that were absolutely delicious! 🍸🫒✨ That thoughtful touch made the whole experience feel even more special.

Staff if super friendly, drinks are exceptional, and sunset views are breathtaking. A little spot but totally worth the wait.

We visited this amazing restaurant for lunch on at visit to Porto Venere. We hadn't intended to have a special lunch, but found the restaurant on Google maps with great reviews so decided we'd spend extra over the more touristy restaurants around the corner. We were well rewarded by an amazing dining experience. The staff were kind, helpful and attentive and all of the food we selected was delicious. The seafood dishes contained fresh and delicious seafood and the braised veal cheeks were flavourful, succulent and delicious. Without a doubt the highlight dish was the risotto with the fruits of the sea. The seafood was delicious and the risotto was creamy and perfectly seasoned. The music being played was great too, perfect for the location. We were so pleased we paid a little extra and were rewarded with amazing food and amazing views in a relaxed outdoor dining experience. If we were to go back to Porto Venere we would go back again.

By far my favorite dinner in Portovenere. Really it was an experience. From the gracious staff who are so kind and attentive to the beautiful view and the great food it's a 5 out of five all the way around. I had the lobster spaghetti and my husband had clam linguine. The drink the appetizers the mail that dessert all of it was outstanding. They even bring you a blanket when it gets chilly. What a special evening I highly recommend this beautiful restaurant.

If you make one single stop in Portovenere make it this one. Drinks on the seaside patio at sunset with complementary snacks is so relaxing you'll wish you lived next door. The service was lightning fast and efficient, the aperol was refreshing and perfect strength, and the view and people watching was the cherry on top. I've honestly never been so relaxed in the Italian riviera

Sat here for 15 minutes without service. We were then given menus and and another 10 minutes went by before anyone came back so we left. Great view, brutal service. We have quickly realized Italians don't really care about tourist. Skip this place. They have generally bad reviews

A nice bar to escape from the heat and the thirst. It has big terrace along the sea, Service was quick compared to its size. To get the menu, you just have to scan the barcode. They were plenty of things to choose from sweet to salty, drink to eat, hot to cold. Waiter speaks English. Aperol splits came with 5 dishes of apéritive. We were not sure the price was included so we didn’t touch as we were not hungry neither. At the end it was not included in the bill so I believe it was included. Not bad isn’t?! 🍹🍸🍻

Very fast and good service, kind waiters. We got snacks for every drinks. Nice view, good prices!

Very nice seating view. Slow service as they were busy and looks like understaffed. Will revisit hopefully when not that busy. Checking out though!

Good coffee in the sun and quick service. I saw one of the ladies at the bar preparing the drinks really quick.

We had very nice service at the bar, good coffee. Nice outdoor seating right on the water as well.

If you want the best ..salad, pizza and limoncello spritz - not too much ice and you can actually taste the limoncello .. COME HERE,! Brothers serving can both make a mean limoncello spritz!! Thinking we like portovenere, thanks guys.

Expensive for what it is but nice place !!!!! Beer is good!

Good quality pizza and great lasagna. It was also nice to try out the local farinata. (Please stop using plastic straws)

I'd say this place has really good food for their prices. The staff was very kind, and the view by the sea was gorgeous. Not the fancy place if you're looking for such, though.

Beautiful views! Right by the docks at porto venere!

Great experience. the 3.5 Is fully undeserved. I usually don't like lemon or spritz but the limoncello spritz isa must have.

Ok for a beer and watch the world go by.

Nice enough 3 euros the square of focaccia. Had the margherita and then the pesto one. Dough is ok, fillings are fine in term of quantity and taste. Average snack

I think they should taste their pastry before selling them and give me their honest opinion. Even the seagulls to whom I gave my pistachio roll to eat found it dry.

Looks good but taste does not match it. Just too sweet and bland. Pistachio does not even taste like pistachio. Dont waste your money. They overcharge as well

Best focaccia I had in my life. The one with tomato sauce mozzarella and pesto is divine! The other ones are delicious as well. And the staff is super friendly. Absolutely recommend it!

Amazing focaccia! They have many different types, all very tasty! A must if you are in Porto Venere.

Very professional and friendly service to start with. Cute little store with focaccie and sweets. We had various focaccie for a very decent price that we took out to eat it by the port. Simply delicious!

Focaccia to die for! They have lots of flavors and they keep them baking, so ask which ones are still hot before ordering :)

We stopped at this great cocktail bar for a couple of drinks. It is a bit spendy but we really enjoyed the views from the terrace over the harbour & the drinks were absolutely delicious!The free snacks & the service were also very good. Definitely a place to treat yourself!

(Translated by Google) Andrea was very kind A magical place High prices but unparalleled views over the whole of Portovenere Oscar-winning sea view windows (Original) Andrea e’ stata gentilissima Un posto magico Prezzi alti ma vista impareggiabile su tutta Portovenere Delle finestre vista mare da premio oscar

(Translated by Google) Wonderful view, very friendly waiters, but the drinks were undrinkable!!! €20 a drink for a view like that and service like that is acceptable, but for a mojito that was so alcoholic and acidic from the lime, with no balance and garnished with a lemon slice that had nothing to do with the drink, no, I've never been so disappointed and disgusted by a place with prices like that serving such lousy drinks!!! Get a bartender who even knows how to make good cocktails!! (Original) Vista meravigliosa,camerieri molto gentili ma i drink imbevibili!!! 20€ a drink per una vista del genere e un servizio così è anche accettabile ma per un mojito che era talmente alcolico e acido dal lime con nessun bilanciamento e decorato con una fetta di limone che non ha nulla a che fare con il drink anche no,mai stato così deluso e schifato da un posto con dei prezzi del genere per servire dei drink così scadenti!!!Prendete un barman che un minimo sappia fare dei buoni cocktail!!

(Translated by Google) 07/20/2024 Venus Bar much mentioned if not for the panoramic view, service nothing to say, for what you pay you should sit on an armchair not on an iron chair and a wooden bench with a cushion, food dishes to say the least not even tasting x4 people cold cuts platter 5 slices cheese platter 4 pieces shameful to say the least, let's not talk about another place to avoid unless you want to waste money. (Original) 20/07/2024 Venus Bar tanto nominato se non per la vista panoramica, servizio nulla da dire , per quello che paghi dovresti sederti su una poltrona non su una sedia in ferro e una panca di legno con un cuscino, cibo pietanze a dir poco neanche degustazione x4 persone tagliere di salumi 5 fette tagliere di formaggio 4 pezzetti a dir poco vergognoso non ne parliamo di altro posto da evitare almeno che volete buttare dei soldi.

(Translated by Google) I live in La Spezia and I was surprised to discover such a quiet and well-kept place just a stone's throw from home. The terrace of the Venus Bar offers a splendid view of Portovenere and the island of Palmaria, in a silent and relaxing atmosphere. Just a few steps are enough to climb above the village and find yourself in a private environment, perfect for a well-served aperitif, with attention to detail. Even if you don't stay at the Grand Hotel, it's worth a visit. (Original) Abito a La Spezia e mi sono sorpreso di scoprire un posto così tranquillo e curato a due passi da casa. La terrazza del Venus Bar offre una vista splendida su Portovenere e sull’isola Palmaria, in un’atmosfera silenziosa e rilassante. Bastano poche scalette per salire sopra il borgo e trovarsi in un ambiente riservato, perfetto per un aperitivo ben servito, con attenzione ai dettagli. Anche se non si soggiorna al Grand Hotel, vale la pena farci un salto.

(Translated by Google) Place to avoid. They didn't let me in, on a windy and rainy day, with my 1.5kg Chihuahua in my arms, tied up and wrapped in a blanket. Ps. I attach photos of the Chihuahua (Original) Posto da evitare. Non hanno consentito di farmi accedere, in una giornata di vento e pioggia, con il mio chihuahua di 1 kg e mezzo in braccio, legato è avvolto in una copertina. Ps. Allego foto del chihuahua

(Translated by Google) Good cocktails with a beautiful view. Really great location and friendly service! However, the price is quite expensive, Mojito for 16 EUR. (Original) Gute Cocktails bei schöner Aussicht. Wirklich super Lageund freundliche Bedienung! Preislich jedoch ziemlich teuer, Mojito für 16 EUR.

Very unhelpful, unfriendly Italian member of staff. I tried with some Italian language but the point of most tourist information in Europe is also to try with English speaking. The simplest of questions about buses seemed too much trouble. Just be kind but no, he was the exact opposite

Very unhelpful and rude. Sold bus tickets for 2.50 when we were able to get the same ones for 1.50 in La Spezia. Unfortunate a beautiful city has such an ugly and unfriendly office to represent it.

All maps are for sale, no picture is allowed for any of the area. Why would you pay 4 EUR fir a map just ti have overview of one small island??

Officer is rude and unfriendly

(Translated by Google) The village of Porto Venere is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a leisurely stroll to appreciate all the charm of its little narrow streets, its small squares, its port with its colorful houses, its location right at the entrance to the Gulf of Poets make it an essential place to visit. (Original) Le village de Porto Venere est classé au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO. Se balader tranquillement pour apprécier tout le charme de ses petites rues étroites, de ses petites places, de son port aux maisons colorées, de son emplacement juste à l’entrée du Golfe des Poètes en font un lieu incontournable à visiter.

(Translated by Google) Awful! Bad service, disrespectful, lazy workers, they don't know what customer service is, it's better to ask the police or look on Google Maps. Buying bus tickets is a nightmare. They don't sell them because... I don't know 🤷🏼‍♀️. Not recommended to go there. (Original) ¡Horrible! Pésima atención, trabajadores irrespetuosos, perezosos, no saben lo que es atención al público, es mejor preguntarle a la policía o mirar en Google Maps. Comprar tiquetes para el bus es una pesadilla. No los venden porque... No sé 🤷🏼‍♀️. Nada recomendable ir allá.

(Translated by Google) Place not to be missed if you find yourself in the area, parking is a little expensive but it is worth visiting. The restaurants are reasonably priced and have excellent food. (Original) Lugar para no dejar de visitar si te envuentras por la zona, parking es un pococaro pero merece la pena visitarlo. Los restaurantes son de precio aceptable y comida excelente.

We took a ferry from La Spezia. Porto Venere is a busy place with a vibrant waterfront. There are boats of all sizes constantly coming and going. Behind the waterfront lie narrow cobbled streets. Walking up to the church gives dramatic views

A beautiful location to wander and explore. With a splendid little swimming spot over by the castle. Had such a wonderful day. Tons of places to grab a coffee, spritz or a meal

A beautiful little village in a cove. With brightly coloured houses and little alley ways to explore. Lots of nice restaurants and small shops to discover. You can also pick up a three island boat tour approx 40 mins. A definate must see place. Catch the ferry from la spezia to get there.

Peaceful spot a Quick boatride from La Spezia. Narrow streets. Nice little harbour with cafe and restaurants. Perfect for a half Day out.

I found Portovenere to be a much quieter, less tourist-y spot. Locals were very friendly. I swam and snorkelled for hours. Reccomend taking a boat tour also!

More to see and do than fashionable "Cinque Terre" (not that they were not enjoyable since I'd done them only using the Cinque Terre train card the day before - still recommend, very picturesque)

Beautiful historic coastal village with amazing views