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Portofino

Portofino

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Portofino is a small coastal town on the Ligurian Riviera, known for its picturesque harbor surrounded by colorful houses and green hills. Once a fishing village, it is now one of the most famous locations on the Italian coast, with promenades, panoramic trails, and coves that attract visitors from around the world. Thanks to its small size, most of the sights can be explored on foot.

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Castello Brown

Castello Brown

fortress / museum

A 16th-century fortification situated above the harbor, once owned by British consul Montague Brown. From the garden, you can enjoy a view of the entire bay and the picturesque harbor of Portofino. Today it serves as an exhibition space and cultural center.

Chiesa San Giorgio

Chiesa San Giorgio

church / viewpoint

A Romanesque church dedicated to the patron saint of Portofino, situated on a promontory above the sea. According to tradition, the relics of Saint George were brought here by crusaders in 1101. The terrace in front of the church offers a panoramic view of the Ligurian Sea and the peninsula.

Faro di Portofino

Faro di Portofino

viewpoint / nature

A lighthouse at the tip of the Portofino headland, reached by a hiking trail approximately 3 km long from the harbor through pine and olive forest. On clear days, the plateau offers views of the coastline all the way to Santa Margherita Ligure and Rapallo. The trail is marked and passes through Portofino Regional Park.

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Boat to Cinque Terre

Boat to Cinque Terre

Sailing along the Ligurian coast from Portofino to the villages of Cinque Terre offers views of steep cliffs, colorful houses by the sea, and coves that are difficult to reach by…

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