Things to do in Cinque Terre

The best time to visit Cinque Terre is during the spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) when the weather is pleasant and crowds are smaller. Summer months can be hot and crowded, while winter is quieter but some services and trails may be limited.

Must-see attractions include the five villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. Key sights are the Vernazza harbor, Monterosso’s sandy beach, the Via dell’Amore trail between Riomaggiore and Manarola, the Church of San Giovanni Battista in Monterosso, and the scenic hiking paths connecting the villages.

A 2 to 3-day visit is ideal to explore the five villages at a relaxed pace. Spend one day visiting Monterosso and Vernazza, another day exploring Corniglia and Manarola, and use the third day for Riomaggiore and hiking the trails or enjoying the coastline.

Cinque Terre is best explored by train and on foot, as the villages are connected by frequent regional trains and scenic hiking trails. The Cinque Terre Card offers unlimited train travel between the villages and access to hiking paths. The nearest major airport is Pisa International Airport, with train connections via La Spezia or directly to the villages from La Spezia train station.

On Arovago you can compare experiences in Cinque Terre from €8, with an average price of about €340 among the most reviewed activities. We compare offers from 5 travel websites: the same tour can cost different amounts on different sites, so it pays to compare before booking. Final prices are set by each partner.