The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Italian Riviera, Liguria

December 22, 2021 Chanda Heide

Liguria, or the Italian Riviera, boasts a bounty of beaches and resort towns, such as tiny but tony Portofino and stylish Rapallo. Hiking trails lead from Portofino to the villages of Cinque Terre. The Riviera of the Setting Sun runs north from Genoa to the French border. Connected by an extensive rail network, most towns make easy daytrips from one another. Genoa is the region's principal city and is home to attractions from its famous Cathedral and the Palazzo Reale to an excellent aquarium.
Restaurants in Italian Riviera

1. Cactusmania Di Manera Bruno

Via Gallardi 140, 18039, Ventimiglia Italy +39 0184 33003 http://www.cactusmania.it
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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Cactusmania Di Manera Bruno

2. Via Giuseppe Garibaldi

West from Piazza Fontane Marose Maddalena, Genoa Italy http://visitgenoa.it
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,188 reviews

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi

Reviewed By DonaldHahn - State College, United States

Narrow Alley Lined With Wonderful Aristocratic Urban Palazzos in the great maritime trading rival to Venice. We took a slow walking tour down the street, admiring its amazing architecture, mostly from the Reniissance and the Baroque Age. MUST SEE!

3. Museo di Palazzo Reale

Via Balbi 10, 16126, Genoa Italy +39 010 271 0236 http://www.palazzorealegenova.beniculturali.it/
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4.5 based on 1,104 reviews

Museo di Palazzo Reale

Reviewed By backpacker31 - Boynton Beach, United States

Dating back to the early 1600’s when it was built for the Balbi family (subsequently owned and expanded by a succession of families), this massive home contains countless original items such as paintings, tapestries, furniture, sculptures, etc. The numerous rooms are decorated and arranged as if the homeowners will be returning shortly. The inner courtyard and garden provide a luxurious and tranquil environment. The top floor terrace offers sweeping city and port views. Each room has very informative literature (in several languages). A visit here was a step back to the golden era of Genoa’s seafaring history.

4. Dolceacqua

Piazza Padre Giovanni Mauro, 18035 Italy http://www.dolceacqua.it/turismo/
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4.5 based on 418 reviews

Dolceacqua

Reviewed By AdamD453 - Churchdown, United Kingdom

Nice little medieval town to have a stroll around, some quite steep hills though if you struggle with those. Castle wasn't open when we went, so make sure you get there early as it closes at 5pm! Note the restaurants don't open until 7pm, so we had to eat elsewhere as well. On a plus note, free parking! Worth a visit if nearby looking for sites to visit.

5. Lungomare Argentina

18012 Bordighera Italy http://cinque-valli.com/listing/bar-ai-pennoni
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4.5 based on 196 reviews

Lungomare Argentina

6. Palazzi dei Rolli

Via Garibaldi, 16124, Genoa Italy +39 010 557 2903 [email protected] http://www.palazzideirolli.it
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4.5 based on 1,057 reviews

Palazzi dei Rolli

On 13 July 2006, the site"Genoa: le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli" entered UNESCO’s World Heritage List of the Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Forming an organic urban unit, the site is made up of late-Renaissance and Baroque streets and squares lined by over a hundred palaces belonging to the city’s noble families. The grandest residences, each with its own architectural style and individual character, were an official lists (Rolli), and lots were drawn to decide which palace would have the privilege of playing host to visiting state dignitaries. Often erected on sloping ground, the Palazzi dei Rolli were designed according to the sequence atrium-courtyard-grand staircase-gardens and boast richly decorated interiors. They embody a distinctive social and economic identity and mark the beginning of the era of modern urban architecture in Europe.

Reviewed By Susywonder

It's one of the best example in Europe of aristocrat palaces only in one street. Not to miss, especially during the rolli days

7. Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari, 16123, Genoa Italy http://www.impressionistipicasso.it
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4.5 based on 2,445 reviews

Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

Reviewed By laczkozsu - Debrecen, Hungary

This lively square is the meeting point between the old and modern city. It's lively but not overcrowded. There are some famous buildings around: Opera House (Carlo Felice Theater), Doge's Palce (Palazzo Ducale), stock exchange palace. In the middle you can see the statue of Garibaldi and a modern fountain. We walked here several times during our 3 days staying.

8. Parco Comunale di Arenzano

Piazzale del Mare, 2, Arenzano Italy +39 010 912 7581 http://www.comune.arenzano.ge.it/il-paese/arenzano-da-vedere/storia-della-villa-e-del-parco.htm
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4.5 based on 567 reviews

Parco Comunale di Arenzano

Reviewed By intrepid100Scotland

A wonderful time wandering through the orange groves to the sound of peacocks, with the beautiful buildings. Definitely not one to miss.

9. Centro Storico

16043 Chiavari Italy
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4.5 based on 573 reviews

Centro Storico

10. Lungomare Europa - pista ciclabile fra Varazze e Cogoleto

Varazze Italy +39 327 106 4269 http://www.comune.varazze.sv.it
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,332 reviews

Lungomare Europa - pista ciclabile fra Varazze e Cogoleto

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