Location: Vernazza
Top Things to do in Vernazza
The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Vernazza, Liguria
With Cinque Terre’s only proper harbor, Vernazza has a long history as a fishing village. While there is a small beach, sightseeing is more common in this astoundingly beautiful cliffside town. Highlights include the 16th-century Belforte Tower (which offers incredible views of the area), the 11th-century Doria Castle and the 14th-century Santa Margherita d'Antiochia church. It involves a steep hike, but the shrine at Nostra Signora Di Reggio (Our Lady of Reggio) is well worth it.
Restaurants in Vernazza
1. "Wonderland 5 Terre Tour" from Florence
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Cinque Terre is one of the most popular day trip from Florence: - Our english speaking driver - escort will pick you up at your location (hotel or apartment) around 8.00 AM - We will drive through the A11 / A12 highway between Tuscany and Liguria for about 1h and 40 minutes passing near the beautiful Apuan Alps, (the Marble Mountains). - We will pass through the city of La Spezia and its famous Gulf (Gulf of Poets) until we get to Riomaggiore. We will visit Riomaggiore (the first of the 5 lands) and we will move to the others (Manarola - Vernazza & Monterosso) with the typical local train. - In Monterosso there will be our driver waiting for you for the return to Florence. - The return is scheduled for 8.00 PM
Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Train Ticket from Riomaggiore / Manarola / Vernazza to Monterooso
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Reviewed By craiga904
Excellent transfer Andrea was outstanding. More a friend showing us his wonderful Tuscan region. Very charming and insightful. Excellent knowledge and sharing of experiences Transferred from Firenze to Rome. Stopping at San Gimignano , Siena and at Andreas advice a wonderful winery tour and tasting and lunch. Exceptional service and quality tour. A great driver and tour guide. Would thoroughly recommend and be back next time we are in Tuscany!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
2. Semi Private Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower Tour from Florence
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4.8 based on 81 reviews
Semi-Private Small-Group (up to 8 people) Cinque Terre and Pisa leaning tower tour in a Black Mercedes Minivan. Only in a small group, it becomes possible to visit the Cinque Terre and experience all the true magic of this enchanted coastline.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off or Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Your driver will be with you for the entire day. He will escort you on the boat, trail and train!
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entrances to museums, castles and villas, Cinque Terre National Park tickets, Professional Guide
Reviewed By nwagenbr1
We had the best day with our driver Daniel for the "Chianti Best" tour. I would recommend this to everybody. Our driver was super knowledgable and friendly and made seeing all these beautiful places so convenient and fun with so much great background information. I would book the "I Just Drive" service for any tour. Financially you get so much for your money - Highly, highly advise.
3. Cinque Terre tour with limoncino tasting from La Spezia Port
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4.7 based on 6 reviews
Discover one of the most beautiful and popular places in Italy with this shore excursion. Explore the villages of Cinque Terre accompanied by our tour leader! The first stop will be Vernazza, one of the five pearls that are part of Cinque Terre. This village is the one with the most colorful views. The second stop will be Monterosso. In this small town, you will find different attractions besides restaurants and shops. One of the activities we have reserved for you is a Limoncino tasting. The last stop, before go back to La Spezia, will be Riomaggiore. Here you will have some free time to walk through the narrow streets of the town, where you will enjoy beautiful landscapes. Visit the fishing port and a panoramic terrace from where you will appreciate the particular construction of Riomaggiore and the Gulf of Cinque Terre. Let yourself be seduced by the beauty of the main villages of Cinque Terre enjoying this small group excursion for cruise passengers!
Inclusions: Expert multilingual escort , Cinque Terre Card,your daily pass to the trains that you will need to go from one village to another, Guaranteed on-time return to your ship
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Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
4. Pisa and Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence by Train
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4.6 based on 207 reviews
Spend an unforgettable day exploring Pisa and the enchanting Cinque Terre region on this must-do tour from Florence, offered to people between 18 and 45 years old, with train transport included. Get up close to Pisa’s premier sights including the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo. Then, fall in love with the iconic architecture of the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre villages. Enjoy a picture-perfect snapshot of old-world Italy as you traverse Riomaggiore’s winding streets, tuck into local produce on Via dell’Amore, marvel at Manarola’s pretty houses, and relax on Vernazza’s charming beaches.
Inclusions: Local English-speaking tour leader, Stop in Pisa to allow you to visit the leaning tower, The best of Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza, Info about the region and sites
Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance to the Tower of Pisa, Lunch
Reviewed By amrutaprasad029
Beautiful experience... We had booked the tour online and it was better than expected ... Beet well planned too ... And great guide
5. Cinque Terre hiking tour from Florence
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4.3 based on 3 reviews
A full-day excursion to discover one of the most charming places in Italy, an authentic earthly paradise suspended between land and sea, the Cinque Terre National Park. You will leave Florence very early in the morning, in a comfortable bus and pampered by the attention of your expert tour leader, which will be dedicated to you all day. Visit Manarola, Vernazza, Riomaggiore and Corniglia and follow your tour leader on a 3 hour hiking tour above the 5 Terre National Park: the trekking route will allow you to fully enjoy the beauty of nature that characterizes this fascinating region. You will have the sea on one side and on the other vineyards cultivated by locals. Once the hiking part is over, you will reach the other villages by train, and you will have free time to admire the pastel colored houses leaning one against the other on the tiny ports facing the crystal clear waters of the Ligurian Sea. A day full of beauty and nature that cannot be missed. Return to Florence in the evening
Inclusions: Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach, Expert multilingual tour leader, Free time in Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Riomaggiore, Three hours of trekking experience from Manarola to Corniglia, Cinque Terre Card, the daily pass that allows you to travel by train from one village to another
Exclusions: Guided tour of the villages, Entrance to churches or monuments
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
6. Cinque Terre Day Trip with Transport from Florence
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4.0 based on 1,061 reviews
Spend an unforgettable day discovering the breathtaking Cinque Terre region on this must-do tour from Florence, with transport between villages included. Explore the picturesque fishing villages of the UNESCO-listed area by coach, boat and train with a Tour Leader, and fall in love with the distinctive atmosphere and architecture of each town. From Riomaggiore’s cobbled streets to Monterosso’s stunning beaches, the Cinque Terre is a scenic treasure and this tour offers a picture-perfect snapshot of old-world Italy.
Inclusions: Roundtrip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach, Expert multilingual escort, Free time in Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso,Vernazza (the only village not included is Corniglia), Lunch (if option selected), Trains and boat in 5 Terre (not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guided tour of the villages - Kinldy note that your tour leader will give explanations during the bus trip, while on each village you will be given free time for independent sightseeing, Food and drinks, unless specified, Trains and boat in 5 Terre are not included in case you select the A/R escorted transfer option
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
7. Cinque Terre with Vernazza Manarola and Corniglia Fullday from Florence
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
You will spend an unforgettable day discovering the most impressive "Cinque Terre" Ligurian landscapes. In this area, which has been declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO, earth and sea blend and create a unique landscape. The area consists of kilometers of rocky coasts with caves, beaches, hiking paths and breathtaking views. You'll visit 3 villages in total, suspended between sea and land, seemingly hanging from sheer cliffs and surrounded by hills and vineyards: • Manarola • Vernazza • Corniglia Included: - Local Licensed Tour Guide - Gelato Tasting for kids - Wine Tasting for adults Pick up and drop off will be at your accommodation in Florence. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: - Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers - Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) - Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and dropoff, Gelato for kids and Wine Tasting for adults, Licensed Local Tour Guide 2 hours from Vernazza to Manarola, Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking driver
Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks, Tipping is not included in our service fees, it is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
Reviewed By randystob
Tour guide was very friendly and informative. Driver was friendly and stopped at several locations so we could see and experience all there was in Rome. We were driven in a spacious very clean mini van and we were made very comfortable. Both spoke excellent English. Would not have had such an excellent experience without these two people. They took good care of us and were always looking out for us but at the same time, they made us feel like family. Driver took us to a restaurant that was very authentic and served us wine and everything on the menu! I would recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Rome including families.
8. Cinque Terre Full Day Small Group Tour from Montecatini
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2.3 based on 3 reviews
Explore the breathtaking Ligurian coast on a tour of Porto Venere and the Cinque Terre, a small corner of paradise subdivided into five villages suspended on steep cliffs overlooking the sea; a unique landscape, where vegetation and lush vineyards frame spectacular scenery. Visit three of the five villages and Portovenere.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned GT coach or minivan, Expert multilingual escorts, Free time in Portovenere, Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso, Typical Lunch (only if option selected), Please note that from November 1st to March 31st the boat service won't be available so the itinerary would be guaranteed with train and bus.
Exclusions: Pickup and drop off from accommodation to departure point in Montecatini, Gratuities
Reviewed By Oversunsetplain
I couldn’t put correct date on this review - I did this tour with my two children in August 2019 and originally posted it then. I have had a message to say that I had posted it under the wrong company (one with a very similar name). I would like to re-post the review as we had such a brilliant day with our guide and would like to recommend the tour company to others whenever this type of activity goes ahead again! Our guide Ms Ivanova was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour took in many places around the city and we also visited the Uffizi in the afternoon. I was with my children aged 6 and 9 and both really enjoyed this day. They felt included and learned a lot. The guide met us at the times planned and gave plenty of opportunities for questions and were able to answer any queries. Everything was organised well and went smoothly. We were unable to book a tour inside the Duomo but actually this one which took us all the way around the outside and to other fascinating parts of the city was perfect for my family.
9. 4 Day Italian Riviera from Milan
Departure from Milan. Visit of Genoa and an entire afternoon at your own. Excursion to Rapallo, Portofino and Santa Margherita. Visit of Portovenere and Cinque Terre with boat (if weather permits, otherwise by train); Excursion to West Coast of Liguria visiting Laigueglia, antique village of fishermen and Finalborgo, a medieval walled village. Return to Milan. Departures on 2021 June 7th, July 5th, August 5th, September 7th and October 11th and 2022 May 2nd, June 6th, July 4th, August 4th, September 9th and October 10 th are also available with tour director in Portuguese.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Food tasting (focaccia/cheese focaccia), Local guide at Cinque Terre, Tour escort/host, Air-conditioned vehicle, 2 hour cruise at Cinque Terre (from April to October, with good weather conditions)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pick up and drop off, City taxes, Porterage
Reviewed By LadyRJ2019
As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.
10. Private The Enchantment of the Ligurian Coast: Cinque Terre and Portovenere
Following the roads suspended between sky and sea with medieval villages of fishermen tenaciously clinging onto the rocks admire the charm of the pastel colored houses from the sea, the bell towers and olive trees that lean out from the terracing, until discovering at the extremity of this embracing coast the magic of a village celebrated by Byron and Shelley.
Inclusions: Pick Up and Drop Off at the hotel in Florence if centrally located, Transport by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with WIFI on board, English/Italian speaking driver, Train and boat tickets in Cinque Terre Area
Exclusions: Guide service, Gratuities, Everything not mentioned as Included
Reviewed By aakebe
Only 7 people and the tour was by Van. The driver guided us during the drive but no guide joined us at our stop in Castellina. Professional presentations at the wineries. Especially at Poggio Amorreli with Andrea where we were treated with Spumante, one white and two red Chianti and one supertuscan. We also got bread, cheese, salami with their own balsamic vinegar and olive oil. The driver called for a taxi upon arrival in Florence ????
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