Top 10 Things to do in Rapallo, Liguria

October 18, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

A port city of about 30,000 on Italy’s Ligurian Coast, Rapallo lies on the Tigullio Gulf about 15 miles southeast of Genoa. The 16th-century Castello sul Mare (Castle-on-the-Sea) is Rapallo’s most prominent landmark, sitting as it does smack in the harbor. The sixth-century Basilica of Santi Gervasio e Protasio is also worth a visit. For a real treat, take the bus or the funivia (cable car) to the sanctuary of Nostra Signora di Montallegro (Our Lady of Montallegro), which offers stunning views.
Restaurants in Rapallo

1. Santuario di Nostra Signora di Montallegro

Via al Santuario 24, 16035, Rapallo Italy +39 0185 239000 http://www.santuarionsmontallegro.com/index.asp
Excellent
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4.5 based on 815 reviews

Santuario di Nostra Signora di Montallegro

Reviewed By MiguelbBuenosAires - Missoula, United States

Take the funicular to this 600+ meters high Sanctuary. The church is absolutely beautiful with a nice history behind. The views from both the funicular and the sanctuary are unique and gorgeous. Definitely a recommended spot. We have been around many towns in the Ligurian region and Rapallo with the sanctuary, it’s rebuilt port and it’s city centre (with a stop at Eldolz... coffee shop - highly recommended as well) was a nice surprise and a delight to visit.

2. San Michele di Pagana

Via San Michele di Pagana, Rapallo Italy
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4.5 based on 274 reviews

San Michele di Pagana

3. La Funivia Rapallo-Montallegro

Piazzale Silvio Solari 2, 16035, Rapallo Italy +39 0185 52341 http://www.comune.rapallo.ge.it/pagina600_la-funivia-rapallo-montallegro.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 486 reviews

La Funivia Rapallo-Montallegro

Reviewed By Nslater1 - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

We had planned to take a return ride on La Funivia, and luckily when we arrived at the Rapallo entrance we were just in time for a ride. Excellent customer service, brilliant old fashioned, yet incredibly efficient and beautiful little cable car carriages to ride within. When you reach the top- a short 10 minute ride to Monteallegro, a lovely scenic mountain hamlet awaits, with a range of walking trails to explore. And even if you don’t fancy a walk, you can certainly enjoy a coffee or gelato enjoying the magical vista of Rapallo and surrounding villages below.

4. Castello di Rapallo

16035, Rapallo Italy +39 0185 6801 http://www.comune.rapallo.ge.it/pagina501_lantico-castello-sul-mare.html#mappa
Excellent
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4.0 based on 592 reviews

Castello di Rapallo

Reviewed By Tuxilla - Province of Genoa, Italy

Walking along the seafront of Rapallo you happen upon the unusual site of a small castle set in the shallow waters, connected to the shore by a walkaway. The picturesque architecture was built in the sixteenth century, after Turkish pirate-admiral Dragut pillaged the town in 1549, slaughtering the man and kidnapping the women and children to enslave them. The republic of Genoa, an ally and protector of Rapallo, decided to strengthen its defenses, and built the castle. Owned today by the municipality, the Castello is the seat of art exhibitions, and a beautiful sight for the strollers.

5. Monastero di Valle Christi

Via San Massimo 4, 16035, Rapallo Italy
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4.0 based on 70 reviews

Monastero di Valle Christi

Reviewed By Tuxilla - Province of Genoa, Italy

I would recommend seeing the monastery of Valle Christi at night. You can only see it from outside, but the vision of the ancient ruins lit up in the dark is absolutely worth it.

6. Parco Comunale Luigi Casale

Rapallo Italy
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4.0 based on 96 reviews

Parco Comunale Luigi Casale

7. Chiosco della Musica

Piazza Martiri della Liberta, 16035, Rapallo Italy
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4.0 based on 211 reviews

Chiosco della Musica

Reviewed By belljulie63 - Manchester, United Kingdom

This is in the centre of town the paintings on the ceiling are beautiful you can sit inside and people watch or just take photos as I did

8. Lungomare Vittorio Veneto

lungomare Vittorio Veneto, 16035, Rapallo Italy
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4.0 based on 373 reviews

Lungomare Vittorio Veneto

Reviewed By 82manuelal - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

For a nice promenade along the sea, enjoying your mood, nice views, palms, souvenir shop stands, nice to stroll by day and in the evening, when it's so nice illuminated.

9. Centro Storico

Via Mazzini E Vie Adiacenti, 16035, Rapallo Italy
Excellent
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4.0 based on 346 reviews

Centro Storico

10. Red Carpet Rapallo-Portofino

Rapallo Italy
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4.0 based on 103 reviews

Red Carpet Rapallo-Portofino

Reviewed By 275philipn - Bel Air, United States

I love the Red Carpet walk. The carpet has been gone for a while, but the walk is still fantastic. Every turn has amazing views of the coast, and villas and cliffs and beaches. Mostly an easy walk, and not crowded at all. It is so cool. It is a dedicated path, separated from the road. A few parts are still being repaired from last year's storm and at those places you have to walk in the road or on beautiful trails in the hills, but it is safe and this is only for a small part of the walk. Treat yourself to one of the prettiest walks in Italy.

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