Cinque Terre Recommendations

Beaches

- Baia di Cannone

Secluded and peaceful, Baia di Cannone is a hidden gem of Portofino. This bay resides right next to Portofino, a 15 minute walk from the port. The water was a vibrant blue and although it was a small bay, there was plenty of space for the few people that were there.

**Pro tip: Many pass the entrance just to take a picture from the road but don't know that you can actually walk down the steps and enjoy this beautiful bay.

- Sanfruttuoso

A little more known than Baia di Cannone, Sanfruttuoso is beside a monastery in between Camogli and Portofino. It is only accessible by boat but the ride is breathtaking. The entry fee is 10 euros but that includes the monastery as well. I truly believe it is worth it considering Sanfruttuoso is thought to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy.

Restaurants

- La Gritta

Located on the port, La Gritta is a lovely restaurant, perfect for a romantic or even family dinner. With kind staff and delicious food, La Gritta creates an incredible ambiance.

- Gelateria Gepi Portofino

Known and loved for their gelato, an Italy trip is not complete without a fair share of delicious gelato. Gelateria Gepi Portofino was one of two Gelaterias I tried during my time in Portofino and it was definitely my favorite.

**Pro tip: Like all the other gelaterias in Portofino, Gepi closes quite early (around 20h30). Make sure to get your fix before dinner if you are craving some gelato!

Views

- Port di Riomaggiore

Port di Riomaggiore is the perfect place to cool off after a day of walking. Rather than a sandy beach, this port is made up of large rocks that people relax or, jump from into the crystal clear waters.

**Pro tip: Known for their beautiful sunsets, the bottom of the port can get crowded very quickly. If you are looking for a more secluded spot to enjoy the sunset, walk up the stairs behind the large rocks of the port. If you continue to follow the steep stairs, you will come to a beautiful lookout which is, in my opinion, the best view to watch the sunset.

- Castello di Riomaggiore

I will admit, the trek is very steep but I promise it is so worth it. Instead of walking through the underground tunnel from the train station, walk up the hill along the side of the mountain to get to the castle. While the ultimate view is at the top of the hill, it is truly scenic the whole way.

Restaurants

- Tutti Fritti

During my visit, I was lucky enough try many of Cinque Terre's specialties. Fried seafood in a cone is one of their most popular snacks/light meals. Tutti Frutti has a large range of options but I highly recommend getting the calamari.

**Pro tip: Tutti Fritti has no seating so I recommend walking down to the port to enjoy your meal.

- Dau Cila

Dau Cila is a lovely restaurant with a beautiful view of the water. Another one of Cinque Terre's specialties, and my personal favorite, is trofie al pesto. During my time in Italy, I got trofie al pesto quite a few times but none came close to Dau Cila's. This is a must order.

*Pro tip: While they are usually very busy, I got a table without booking a reservation in advanced by showing up early and asking for ability. I do recommend making reservations but if you weren't able to or it just slipped your mind, try to show up before 7 and ask if they have any open tables for the night.

- Troggi

If you are looking for a cute place to finish off the night, I highly recommend going to Troggi. Whether you want a local natural wine to go or a place to snack and chat, Troggi is a great place to go.