What to do and see in Monterosso al Mare, Liguria: The Best Outdoor Activities

February 27, 2022 Agatha Simes

The last of the five villages along the Cinque Terre strip, Monterosso al Mare is the most visited, largely because it has the only sizable sand beach and the biggest hotels. Though it can get very crowded with tourists during the peak summer months, Monterosso is still delightful. The old town area, separated from the more modern resort area by the Aurora tower, is home to the ruins of a medieval castle and San Francesco church, which houses an important Van Dyck painting of the crucifixion.
Restaurants in Monterosso al Mare

1. Angelo's Boat Tours

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Angelo's Boat Tours

We’ll depart from the harbor in Monterosso, the northernmost village, and cruise along the coast of the Cinque Terre, while enjoying an Italian aperitivo on board. You'll get to know the other guests on the boat while learning about the history of the area, told to you by your English speaking guide. Weather permitting, we’ll stop along the way in one of the pristine coves that only a small boat can enter for a swim in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean. For Lunch Tours (€150 per person): We’ll stop in one of the villages for lunch at one of the area’s best family-run restaurants. Here we’ll enjoy a gourmet seafood lunch (alternatives available!) – be prepared for a feast!! For evening Tapas Tours (€100 per person): We’ll stop in one of the villages for fresh tapas at one of the area’s best family-run restaurants. We also offer a Day Tour that does not stop in any village and allows more time for swimming.

2. Matilde Navigazione

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Matilde Navigazione

Friendliness and hospitality will accompany you as you discover the scenery of the "Cinque Terre”. From Monterosso to Portovenere, away from the tourist spots, in absolute relaxation, making your holiday unforgettable as you become surrounded by history and the beauty of the Levante Riviera where everything is hidden and protected by wild, inaccessible nature, where only the fish can say they saw more of the "Cinque Terre” than you...

3. Fish & Chill - Cinque Terre Boat Tours

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Fish & Chill - Cinque Terre Boat Tours

We are honored to offer our clients a unique and unforgettable experience. We happily offer excursions of various length (a few hours to a full day) to enjoy the suggestive views, take a dip, go swimming and even snorkling in hidden bays, or to fully relax simply soaking in the sun on our large teakwood deck, listening to soft music from our brand new stereo system.

4. Zenit Boat Tour Cinque Terre

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Zenit Boat Tour Cinque Terre

A Relaxed , private tour around the 5 Terre bay Vintage fischer boat tipical of the region . Exclusive view of the coast and villagies snorkeling - sun set- and shuttle -Local , friendly & experienced Captain ! ;)

5. Il Porticciolo Boat Rentals

Via 4 novembre, 19016 Monterosso al Mare Italy +39 329 928 9899 [email protected]
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Il Porticciolo Boat Rentals

6. Monterosso boat tours - A bordo con Beppe

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Monterosso boat tours - A bordo con Beppe

Beppe is sharing his passion of the sea by taking people on boat tours in the Cinque Terre and he will guide you to the discovery of the sea, its secrets, its inhabitants and its wonderful landscapes. Married to Isabelle, originally from Switzerland, he speaks fluently italian, french, english and a little spanish. Perpetuating the tradition of his family, Beppe started fishing on board with his father over 50 years ago, learning his trade, he then got his own fishing boat and began promoting a sustainable way of fishing, for both the environment and the sea floor, too often ravaged by the industrial trawlers. Driven by his passion, Beppe started his own battle to defend the sustainable fishing and spread its values and gestures to new generation thru interviews and school courses. If your’re looking for an experienced local and passionate person with whom discovering the Cinque Terre sea, welcome on board !

7. Aquamarina

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Aquamarina

We want to offer our customers an exciting and yet relaxing day within the Cinque Terre Marine Park. During our tour to see the Cinque Terre villages, we explain the story on how these villages came to be with some great stories and information. Of course a swim in the Mediterranean is included, and the size of our boat makes it spacious and comfortable.

8. Tiburon Boat Services

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Tiburon Boat Services

Tour in barca nelle cinque - 2 /h navigherete in tutte le 5 terre - 3/h navigherete in tutte le 5 terre con la possibilità di nuotare e fare snorkeling - 5/h navigherete nelle cinque terre + Portovenere ( 1 ora di stop in Portovenere + nuoto e snorkeling) Il tour si effettua solo se le condizioni del meteo e del mare saranno buone e sarà cancellato se il mare o il tempo (pioggia e vento) non consentono di navigare in sicurezza. La cancellazione avvera’ nel momento in cui le previsioni del meteo e del mare non saranno buone

9. Calipso Boat Tour

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Calipso Boat Tour

Calipso is a boat that accommodates up to 7 people, led by Giuliano. During the Giuliano tour you will discover the most beautiful and unspoilt bays of the Cinque Terre and tell you stories and curiosities on the land and marine fauna (in English and Spanish). During your tours you can dive into the clear waters and discover the depths of our sea, Natural Reserve and World Heritage. The activity will be closed from 20 October 2017 until March 15, 2018, however we remain available for information and reservations.

10. Ebike5terre

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Ebike5terre

One day or multi day tour E-bike in 5 terre, Portofino area and in the fabolous inland of LIguria region. We use professional and confortable electrics MTB to guide you to discover all the secrets scenery of this marvelus Italian jewel. from the relaxing coast road of the traditional fischerman villages to the top of the dramatic Ligurian appenins where the wild horses of Aveto regional park live free from years, we will have unique experience and strong emotions during this peculiar torus. The Pick up and drop off is directly to your hotel. We can do also the video of your experience using drone and camera. We organaize also Sailing tour, trekking, cultural guided tour, cooking lesson and much more.

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