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Rapallo

Rapallo

5 landmarks Day trips: 2 18 restaurants 12 parking spots

Rapallo is a picturesque port town on the Italian Riviera, whose history stretches back to Roman times, and whose canals and palaces bear witness to a rich past. This gem of the Ligurian coast has attracted many famous artists and writers, such as Ezra Pound and Max Beerbohm, who sought inspiration here. Visit it for its crystal-clear sea, colorful promenade, and unforgettable seafood at the harbor full of Mediterranean charm.

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Castello sul Mare

Castello sul Mare

fortress / history

A sixteenth-century castle built on a small rock directly in the sea, connected to the shore by a short bridge. It was constructed as a defense against Saracen pirates, and today serves as an exhibition space and one of the most recognizable silhouettes of Rapallo.

Lungomare Vittorio Veneto

Lungomare Vittorio Veneto

waterfront promenade / park

A long coastal promenade lined with palm trees and Belle Époque buildings, running along almost the entire bay of Rapallo. It is a favorite spot for morning and evening walks, with views of the Castello sul Mare and the surrounding hills.

Santuario di Montallegro

Santuario di Montallegro

church / viewpoint

A Renaissance votive church from 1557, situated at 612 meters above sea level above Rapallo and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. A cable car from the city center leads to the sanctuary, and from the terraces in front of the church there is a panoramic view of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Portofino, and the surrounding hills.

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Ferry Rapallo → Portofino → Santa Margherita Ligure

Ferry Rapallo → Portofino → Santa Margherita Ligure

The ferry connects Rapallo, Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure, offering views of the Ligurian coast from a completely different perspective.

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🗺️ Trips — Rapallo

Ligurian Riviera in 6 Days — Along the Coast

Ligurian Riviera in 6 Days — Along the Coast

📅 6 days · 🗓️ May-October

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