8 days in Cinque Terre Itinerary

Made up of five picturesque towns on the Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre is Italy's answer to the French Riviera.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Galata Museo del Mare and Museo Aviotruppe Esercito Italiano. Get some cultural insight at Cinque Terre Trails and Portovenere. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cinque Terre: Genoa (Boccadasse, Palazzo Ducale, &more), Baia del Silenzio (in Sestri Levante) and Museo Del Sigillo (in La Spezia). There's lots more to do: explore the striking landscape of Parco Nazionale Cinque Terre, see some colorful creatures with Enjoy Cinqueterre Boat Tours, appreciate the extensive heritage of Borgo Storico di Manarola, and get into the urban bustle at Vernazza.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Cinque Terre attractions planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, Pisa International Airport and Peretola Airport. In September, plan for daily highs up to 78°F, and evening lows to 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can take a train back home.