Tourist attractions Camogli

The rugged, rocky peninsula of Portofino features an indented coastline dotted with tiny sheltered bays. Part of the peninsula has been designated a nature reserve to protect the fauna and flora. Numerous footpaths, some scenic roads such as those ..

At nightfall, as the sun lights up the gulf of Rapallo, this promenade running past olive groves, yew trees and pines from the village of Portofino to the point of the same name has some superb viewpoints.

From the terrace beside the church there is a view of Camogli and the coast from the headland of Portofino. The view also embraces the Punta della Chiappa as far as Genoa. It is also possible to walk to the Punta della Chiappa by a stepped footpath..

This promontory rises to an altitude of 450m, commanding a lovely view of the peninsula and the coast.

The mountain road from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino commands some lovely views of the rocky coast from the headland of Portofino.

The Italian or Ligurian Riviera extends from Ventimiglia to the Gulf of La Spezia . Protected by the Alps and Apennines, it has a mild climate much enjoyed by tourists. To the west of Genoa , smart resorts ( San Remo , Bordighera ) alternate wit..

Lying east of the old port, the old city is a picturesque maze of narrow streets flanked by tall buildings. Stop and admire the medieval and Renaissance palaces on Piazza San Matteo , overlooked by a church of the same name. Look out for the lovely ..

Initially built in the 12C and worked on until the 16C, the cathedral has a splendid Genoese Gothic façade . The majestic interior includes the chapel of St John the Baptist and the famous “ Sacro Catino ”. The canons’ cloister houses the dioce..

Three palazzi are dedicated to this museum! The collection housed in the Palazzo Bianco includes 15C-17C Flemish and Dutch works, testament to trading relations between Genoa and Holland. The Palazzo Rosso exhibits paintings by Palma Il Vecchio..

This monumental church was built in the 16C according to plans by Alessi. Inside, a beautiful statue by Puget represents Saint Sebastian .

The sumptuous mausoleums here contrast with the simple clay burial mounds.

Small, harmonious square in the heart of the town, surrounded by palaces (13C-15C) belonging to the Doria family (at n° 17, the Renaissance palace donated by the municipality of Genoa to Andrea Doria). The church of S. Matteo has a Genoese style fa..

Built in the 12C and 13C, this church has preserved its original door and a delightful Roman style, octagonal bell tower . The interior, in the same style, is quite simply charming: note a Madonna and Child (1401) in the side chapel on the right, an..

A little distance from the historic centre, Via Garibaldi (then called Strada Nuova) was in the mid-16C one of Italy’s most beautiful thoroughfares. Lined by sumptuous palaces, these were the residences of rich and powerful noble families. Note at n°..

The palace was built in the 16C by the Grimaldi family and the interior decoration is contemporary. Notice the fresco decoration on the ceilings , rich and Baroque by Tavarone (17C) and lighter by Ferrari and Galeotti (18C). The collection of paint..

A kind of labyrinthine Belvedere, with palm trees, waterfalls and artificial caves. From the terrace, there is a beautiful view over the city and the sea. At the top of the Villetta di Negro, the Chiossone museum brings together a collection by..

The former cotton warehouses were restored in 1992 by Renzo Piano, for the 500th anniversary of the discovery of America. The 1st floor contains the Children's Town (reserved for 3-14 year-olds), which offers a series of interactive games, which ..

The aquarium is both modern and informative. Luminous panels describe the exhibited species and their reconstructed natural environments. A video and computers make the visit “interactive” with the underwater world, whilst the numerous viewpoints giv..

At n°10 Via Balbi stands the Royal palace built in 1650, which has a reception floor furnished with 18C and 19C pieces. On the ceiling are frescoes by Domenico Parodi (1668-1740), to whom the stunning gallery of mirrors is also attributed. Note ..

The castle is reached via steps leading up from the port past the church of San Giorgio. It is quite a climb but the view over Portofino and the gulf of Rapallo is superb! Continue up the path to the lighthouse for a more expansive view stretching to..