With Portovenere, Lerici, Levanto, Viareggio Timetables
La Spezia to Cinque Terre: Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola, Riomaggiore
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The Cinque Terre Boats operated in 2020 with schedules that varied due to the Covid-19 crisis and service has now ended.
The Ferry Schedules below are the likely schedules for an entire normal year - useful for tentative planning.
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Cinque Terre 2021 Battelli / Traghetti Orari attuali / aktuelle Fährfahrpläne / Horaires de bateau actuels
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| Ginestra blooming on Schiara coast, Cinque Terre, June 7. Portovenere & Palmaria in background. Taken on Trail 504. |
When Does the Cinque Terre Ferry Begin? What is the Schedule? What Does It Cost?
- Summary: The Cinque Terre ferries are famous for spectacular views of this famous Ligurian coastline and its villages. All the latest schedules, prices, and information follow below.
- Where: The boats serve Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola, and Riomaggiore and nearby La Spezia, Lerici, Portovenere, and Levanto. In summer there are tours from the Viareggio / Versilia area.
- Cost: In 2020, an all day ticket with stop-offs was 27 to 35 Euro (cash only at some ports). Tickets between Cinque Terre towns were 6 to 13 Euro one-way, 8 to 20 Euro round trip. Special rates for kids ages 6-11.
- When: The 2020 Cinque Terre ferry will start Wednesday, April 1 and end Sunday, November 1. The boats may modify the route or not operate in rough seas or winds (unusual in summer).
- Frequency: Varies by season. In summer there are about 10 daily. In low season, about 5 daily.
- Ferry Reservations: There are no advance ticket sales or reservations for individuals. Reservations are required for groups of 20 or more.
✰Every Answer You Need for Your Cinque Terre Trip
✰Cinque Terre - 16 Tips for Avoiding the Crowds
☛Great Italian Hill Towns near Cinque Terre
☛Liguria/Cinque Terre/Portofino Map
See Also: ❇Our Cinque Terre Guide
Portovenere Travel Guide - The Top Ten Attractions Portovenere's attractions for reasonable folk
.La Spezia Travel Guide: Top Ten Attractions as told by people who have actually been there.
☛Liguria/Cinque Terre/Portofino Map
See Also: ❇Our Cinque Terre Guide
Portovenere Travel Guide - The Top Ten Attractions Portovenere's attractions for reasonable folk
.La Spezia Travel Guide: Top Ten Attractions as told by people who have actually been there.
A Guide to the Local Food around La Spezia Food of the area, as told by expert mangioni.
Cinque Terre's Path of Love Is Reopening But don't reserve yet - it should be in 2023.
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Cinque Terre's Path of Love Is Reopening But don't reserve yet - it should be in 2023.
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INDEX OF PORTS & INFORMATION
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Ports
Cinque Terre Schedules for La Spezia, Portovenere, Levanto, Lerici
La Spezia Schedules for Portovenere, Cinque Terre
Lerici Schedules for Portovenere, Cinque Terre
Levanto Schedules for Portovenere, Cinque Terre
Moneglia, Deiva Marina Schedules for the Cinque Terre
Ports
Cinque Terre Schedules for La Spezia, Portovenere, Levanto, Lerici
La Spezia Schedules for Portovenere, Cinque Terre
Lerici Schedules for Portovenere, Cinque Terre
Levanto Schedules for Portovenere, Cinque Terre
Moneglia, Deiva Marina Schedules for the Cinque Terre
Portovenere Schedules to & from Cinque Terre, La Spezia, Lerici, Levanto, & Three Island tour.
Viareggio & Versilia Ports / Gulf of La Spezia Ports Cinque Terre tour & local port ferries.
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June 6 to Oct. 11, 2020 La Spezia - Portovenere - Cinque Terre Ferry
Includes Levanto. Schedules for other dates & ports below with fares.
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Which Village? In words & photos. We help you choose your future memories.
Where to Stay to See Cinque Terre? Stay in a village or in a nearby base? Different
pleasures await.
Ferry Schedules for the Entire Year & All Ports.
More Boat Info Bathrooms, Pets, Shade, etc.
Cinque Terre FAQ Best time to go, Guidebooks, etc.
Links to Helpful Articles Cinque Terre & Surrounding Towns Crowds, Portovenere, Lerici, La Spezia, Food & more.
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Where to Stay to See Cinque Terre? Which Village?
Book as early as you can - the CT is very popular. Our advice: Reserve accommodation NOW, and use Booking.com's free cancellation policy if you find something better (within stated date limit). Act Now! Italian holidays are Easter Sunday, April 25, May 1, June 2, August 15, Nov. 1. In 2021, Easter is April 4; in 2022, Easter is April 17.
Monterosso The largest little town with a resort feel & the most restaurants and hotels. The only real beach in CT, some parking & the best train connections. There's an old town and a new section and it's fairly level. The full town name is Monterosso al Mare.
Monterosso The largest little town with a resort feel & the most restaurants and hotels. The only real beach in CT, some parking & the best train connections. There's an old town and a new section and it's fairly level. The full town name is Monterosso al Mare.
Vernazza The prettiest, most celebrated town with the most visitors. You really should see it. Photographers love this town especially at sunset as the nearby hills provide stunning views.
What's It Like? - Our Vernazza Photo Gallery Link
What's It Like? - Our Vernazza Photo Gallery Link
Corniglia Sitting prettily on a promontory high above the sea with an historic church. It's the least crowded. It's a climb from the train and the boat doesn't stop here, but it's still very romantic and the views are the best.
Manarola The second most popular to explore, it's very photogenic & colorful. Approached from the sea, the town seems balanced on a cliff. Below there's a tiny harbor with quaint fishing boats and the famous terraces loom nearby. What's It Like - Our Manarola Photo Gallery
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| Riomaggiore CC by Nick Grosoli |
What's It Like? - Our Riomaggiore Photo Gallery Link
Choose a pretty Ligurian town nearby as an affordable base to see Cinque Terre and other famous towns. We describe the Pluses & Minuses of each town. If you're driving, look at Levanto in Part 2.
Link: Part 1: Cinque Terre South - Gulf of the Poets
Link: Part 2: Cinque Terre North to Portofino
Link: Part 3: Towns on the Portofino Peninsula
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| Vineyard terraces of Cinque Terre in early spring. circa 1987 |
Also written 5 Terre or Cinqueterre, these are five small villages on the dramatic Ligurian coast. The villages are Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. All have train service, and all except Corniglia have ferry service. The area is known for it's wonderful hiking trails, pretty scenery, and its popularity . Since the trails are often steep and sometimes rocky, using the boats appeals to many, and it's a beautiful way to see the area. Consider hiking in one direction, and taking the boat or the train to return.
We strongly recommend you do not drive your car to the Cinque Terre villages! To rent your car after the visit or drop it off before - see our special article with a map of rental offices - Link: Where to Rent a Car from Cinque Terre? For advice on parking during your visit see our article - Link: Every Answer You Need for Your Cinque Terre Trip
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - June 5 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (June 6 - Oct 11 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2020)
See Lerici and Levanto below for additional Cinque Terre connections.
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For a guidebook dedicated to Cinque Terre, we think the best by far is Rick Steves Pocket Cinque Terre which also covers Portofino. The Pocket Cinque Terre info is also included in Amazon’s best selling Italy guidebook Italy Rick Steves 2020 .
For Complete Italy Guidebook Reviews, see our helpful article: Best Italy Guidebooks 2020 Reviewed.
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La Spezia Boat / Ferry Timetables
For info on buses and parking (including near the boat), see: Getting Around La Spezia
Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2020)
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Lerici Boat / Ferry Timetables
For information about parking and more in Lerici, see Castle to Castle Along the Gulf of the Poets
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1- Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - Sept. 20 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1 2020)
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Portovenere Boat / Ferry Timetables
For information on parking and buses to Portovenere and boats to Palmaria, see Getting to Portovenere.
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1- Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - Sept. 20 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1 2020)
Levanto Boat / Ferry Timetables
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
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Cadimare / Fezzano / Le Grazie / Portovenere / Palmaria Beach Timetables
Cadimare, Fezzano and Le Grazie are small ports on the western shore of the Gulf of La Spezia. Those ports and the Palmaria beaches of Terrizzo and Pozzole have limited ferry service for some portions on the June to September period. Consult the official ferry website: Consorzio Marittimo Turistico.
Tour of the Gulf Ports
Ferry Connections Between La Spezia / Lerici / Tellaro / Portovenere. Times for Three Island Tour.
Schedule: Tour of the Gulf Connections & Rates (June 15 - Sept. 15, 2019)
Viareggio+ to Cinque Terre Boat / Ferry Timetables
Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi, Marina di Massa, and Marina di Carrara to Cinque Terre.
Check schedules locally to ensure up to date information.
Schedule: Four Versilia Ports - Cinque Terre Tour (June 15 - Sept 8, 2019) Includes dock locations.
Departs Viareggio 9:00, Forte dei Marmi 9:30, Marina di Massa 9:45, Marina di Carrara 10:10
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Why Archived Schedules? Not all of the year's schedules for the Gulf of La Spezia boats are available all year. To show you the whole season for planning, we must use some archived schedules. All the timetables always show the effective dates which could vary a little bit from year to year, so check back periodically.
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More Boat Info
Tickets. Your daily ticket allows stopovers at intermediate ports. Cash only at some ports. There are no advanced ticket sales or reservations except for groups of 25 or more.
Boats. There are bathrooms on the boat. Dogs that can be carried are allowed. The boats have both open air and covered sections.
Handicapped Access. Wheelchairs and walkers are not advised due to the design of the boats, the docks, and especially the gangplanks.
Weather. The boat service is subject to cancellation or modification due to wind and wave conditions, which is uncommon in summer. Check for weather change notices on the Consorzio Facebook Page posted in the morning or ask at your hotel.
Website. The official Consortium website is Consorzio Marittimo Turistico.
Portofino. For scenic ferry boats further north in Liguria read: Portofino Ferry Boat Schedules from Rapallo & SML. There are timetables for boats serving Portofino, Rapallo, Santa Margarita Ligure, Sestri Levante, Chiavari, Lavagna, San Fruttuoso, and Cinque Terre.
Camogli. For ferry boats on the Liguria's Gulf of Paradise read: Camogli to San Fruttuoso Ferry Boats with Recco & Portofino. There is info for boats serving Recco, Camogli, Punta Chiappa, San Fruttuoso, Portofino, .
Some of our Liguria Travel Articles
Cinque Terre - 16 Tips for Avoiding the Crowds Yes, it's popular, but you can have a great time.
Getting to Portovenere All about buses, parking, hiking, taxis, hotels, boats in Portovenere.
Portovenere Travel Guide - The Top Ten Attractions Portovenere's attractions for reasonable folk
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Castle to Castle Along the Gulf of the Poets All about Lerici - exploring, parking and hotels.
Getting Around La Spezia Describes parking in La Spezia, as well as bus info and other goodies.
La Spezia Travel Guide: Top Ten Attractions as told by people who have actually been there.
The Most Beautiful Villages of Liguria Part 1 The Rock Villages A 7-part series covering 28 great little towns.
Written by Martha and Mike. We are retired Americans who live part-time 10 miles from Cinque Terre. When planning your trip remember there are no right choices, just different pleasures. Buon Viaggio.For Complete Italy Guidebook Reviews, see our helpful article: Best Italy Guidebooks 2020 Reviewed.
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Is There Service to Portofino?
No, but there is excellent Portofino service from ports further north in the Gulf of Tigullio, such as Rapallo. Look at this article: Portofino Ferry Boat Schedules from Rapallo & SML.
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No, but there is excellent Portofino service from ports further north in the Gulf of Tigullio, such as Rapallo. Look at this article: Portofino Ferry Boat Schedules from Rapallo & SML.
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| The Ligurian coast from Portovenere toward Cinque Terre. |
For info on buses and parking (including near the boat), see: Getting Around La Spezia
Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - June 5 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (June 6 - Oct 11 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2020)
Lerici Boat / Ferry Timetables
For information about parking and more in Lerici, see Castle to Castle Along the Gulf of the Poets
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1- Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - Sept. 20 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (Sept 21 - Oct 24 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1 2020)
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Portovenere Boat / Ferry Timetables
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| San Lorenzo, Portovenere. |
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - June 5 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (June 6 - Oct 11 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1, 2020)
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Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1- Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - Sept. 20 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (Sept 21 - Oct 24 2020)
Schedule: Lerici-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (Oct 25 - Nov 1 2020)
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Schedule: Portovenere-Three Island Tour (40 min.) (Mar. 30 - Nov. 3 (est.) 2019)
Island tour info in small notation: Departs at 12:00 & 3:00 pm Price 13 Euro.
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Levanto Boat / Ferry Timetables
2019 Ferry Fares for Cinque Terre & La Spezia Area Ports (Latest Available)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 1 - Apr 10 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (April 11 - June 5 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia-Portovenere-Cinque Terre & return (June 6 - Oct 11 2020)
Schedule: La Spezia Portovenere Cinque Terre & return (Oct 12 - Oct 24, 2020 )
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Cadimare / Fezzano / Le Grazie / Portovenere / Palmaria Beach Timetables
Cadimare, Fezzano and Le Grazie are small ports on the western shore of the Gulf of La Spezia. Those ports and the Palmaria beaches of Terrizzo and Pozzole have limited ferry service for some portions on the June to September period. Consult the official ferry website: Consorzio Marittimo Turistico.
Tour of the Gulf Ports
Ferry Connections Between La Spezia / Lerici / Tellaro / Portovenere. Times for Three Island Tour.
Schedule: Tour of the Gulf Connections & Rates (June 15 - Sept. 15, 2019)
Viareggio+ to Cinque Terre Boat / Ferry Timetables
Viareggio, Forte dei Marmi, Marina di Massa, and Marina di Carrara to Cinque Terre.
Check schedules locally to ensure up to date information.
Schedule: Four Versilia Ports - Cinque Terre Tour (June 15 - Sept 8, 2019) Includes dock locations.
Departs Viareggio 9:00, Forte dei Marmi 9:30, Marina di Massa 9:45, Marina di Carrara 10:10
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Why Archived Schedules? Not all of the year's schedules for the Gulf of La Spezia boats are available all year. To show you the whole season for planning, we must use some archived schedules. All the timetables always show the effective dates which could vary a little bit from year to year, so check back periodically.
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More Boat Info
Tickets. Your daily ticket allows stopovers at intermediate ports. Cash only at some ports. There are no advanced ticket sales or reservations except for groups of 25 or more.
Boats. There are bathrooms on the boat. Dogs that can be carried are allowed. The boats have both open air and covered sections.
Handicapped Access. Wheelchairs and walkers are not advised due to the design of the boats, the docks, and especially the gangplanks.
Weather. The boat service is subject to cancellation or modification due to wind and wave conditions, which is uncommon in summer. Check for weather change notices on the Consorzio Facebook Page posted in the morning or ask at your hotel.
Website. The official Consortium website is Consorzio Marittimo Turistico.
Portofino. For scenic ferry boats further north in Liguria read: Portofino Ferry Boat Schedules from Rapallo & SML. There are timetables for boats serving Portofino, Rapallo, Santa Margarita Ligure, Sestri Levante, Chiavari, Lavagna, San Fruttuoso, and Cinque Terre.
Camogli. For ferry boats on the Liguria's Gulf of Paradise read: Camogli to San Fruttuoso Ferry Boats with Recco & Portofino. There is info for boats serving Recco, Camogli, Punta Chiappa, San Fruttuoso, Portofino, .
Cinque Terre - 16 Tips for Avoiding the Crowds Yes, it's popular, but you can have a great time.
Getting to Portovenere All about buses, parking, hiking, taxis, hotels, boats in Portovenere.
Portovenere Travel Guide - The Top Ten Attractions Portovenere's attractions for reasonable folk
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Castle to Castle Along the Gulf of the Poets All about Lerici - exploring, parking and hotels.
Getting Around La Spezia Describes parking in La Spezia, as well as bus info and other goodies.
La Spezia Travel Guide: Top Ten Attractions as told by people who have actually been there.
A Guide to the Local Food around La Spezia Food of the area, as told by expert mangioni.
Cinque Terre's Path of Love Is Reopening But don't reserve yet - it should be in 2023.
Getting to Portofino - Walking, Hiking, and More Describes fabulous walking and hiking from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino.Cinque Terre's Path of Love Is Reopening But don't reserve yet - it should be in 2023.
The Most Beautiful Villages of Liguria Part 1 The Rock Villages A 7-part series covering 28 great little towns.
FAQ
When Should I Go? Visit the Cinque Terre only when the weather is good - they are all about the sea and the hills as well as the villages. The place is lifeless when the ferries are not running. First choice: April 15 - June 15; Second Choice: September 1 - October 10.
Should I bring guidebooks? Yes, buy your Cinque Terre guidebook before you arrive as you won't easily find them in Italy, though you can order some for delivery in Italy, including to a post office, from Amazon Italy.
First, buy your Cinque Terre guidebook before you arrive as you won't easily find them in Italy. For a guidebook dedicated to Cinque Terre, the best by far is Pocket Cinque Terre Rick Steves.
Most all of the Pocket Cinque Terre info is also included in Italy Rick Steves 2020. which is Amazon’s best selling Italy guidebook.
For advice and reviews on guidebooks for Liguria, Florence, Rome, Venice & more, read our article:
All the Best Italy Guidebooks Reviewed
Should I bring a map? We think it's easier to arrive with one. For driving get 1:200,000 scale. We prefer the DeAgostini and Touring Club Italiano series over Michelin. You can also buy one in Italy -larger bookstores and some autostrada rest stops have good selections.
Should I opt for a GPS for a rental car? No, they are problematic in Italy: they can't handle ZTLs well, they are not updated enough, and they are absurdly expensive. Many travelers use the Google Maps App or Waze on a smart phone. Note that you can use pre-loaded Google Maps Offline on a smartphone without cell service because it has a GPS.
Which Airport is Closest to Cinque Terre? Pisa airport is the easiest and it's connected to Pisa's Centrale train station by a special train (PisaMover). Genoa airport is next easiest as there's a frequent bus (Volabus) to Genoa's Brignole train station (also stops at Principe station).
When Should I Go? Visit the Cinque Terre only when the weather is good - they are all about the sea and the hills as well as the villages. The place is lifeless when the ferries are not running. First choice: April 15 - June 15; Second Choice: September 1 - October 10.
Should I bring guidebooks? Yes, buy your Cinque Terre guidebook before you arrive as you won't easily find them in Italy, though you can order some for delivery in Italy, including to a post office, from Amazon Italy.
First, buy your Cinque Terre guidebook before you arrive as you won't easily find them in Italy. For a guidebook dedicated to Cinque Terre, the best by far is Pocket Cinque Terre Rick Steves.
Most all of the Pocket Cinque Terre info is also included in Italy Rick Steves 2020. which is Amazon’s best selling Italy guidebook.
For advice and reviews on guidebooks for Liguria, Florence, Rome, Venice & more, read our article:
All the Best Italy Guidebooks Reviewed
Should I bring a map? We think it's easier to arrive with one. For driving get 1:200,000 scale. We prefer the DeAgostini and Touring Club Italiano series over Michelin. You can also buy one in Italy -larger bookstores and some autostrada rest stops have good selections.
Should I opt for a GPS for a rental car? No, they are problematic in Italy: they can't handle ZTLs well, they are not updated enough, and they are absurdly expensive. Many travelers use the Google Maps App or Waze on a smart phone. Note that you can use pre-loaded Google Maps Offline on a smartphone without cell service because it has a GPS.
Which Airport is Closest to Cinque Terre? Pisa airport is the easiest and it's connected to Pisa's Centrale train station by a special train (PisaMover). Genoa airport is next easiest as there's a frequent bus (Volabus) to Genoa's Brignole train station (also stops at Principe station).
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