The tourist tax is a fee paid by those who use rental services for rooms, apartments, or parts of a house, as well as for overnight stays in accommodation facilities within a specific city.

This tax is prevalent almost everywhere in Italy and abroad. The amount varies according to the municipal regulations of the country in which you choose to stay and is usually calculated based on the total price of the accommodation or per guest per night.

The tourism tax is always paid by the visitor or by the person staying in tourist accommodation: 3€ PER NIGHT for a maximum of 3 nights.
If you stay for 4 nights, you will only pay the accommodation tax for the first 3 nights. This tax is always paid directly to the tourist accommodation, which acts as an accounting agent.

Who does not have to pay the tourist tax:
Children up to 10 years old;
Those staying at Youth Hostels;
Patients or family members of patients admitted to health facilities.

All our guests are exempt from purchasing the pass to walk the Sentiero Azzurro between Corniglia and Vernazza.

If you want to walk the Sentiero Azzurro between Vernazza and Monterosso al Mare you will have to buy the pass.

Infos about Cinque Terre Card

Choosing the perfect village, or hamlet, in Cinque Terre for your stay can be a delightful challenge!
These picturesque fishing villages offer not only charm but also a variety of services that travelers often seek, including shops, restaurants, bars, and a wide range of accommodations and tours.

Keep in mind something very important: the villages can be quite crowded, filled with chaos, noise, and commotion, especially in the evenings.

So, if you're looking for relaxation and peace, your best option is to stay in a smaller hamlet like Prevo, within the municipality of Vernazza.

More about where to stay

While Cinque Terre is known for its outdoor activities, there are still plenty of enjoyable options to explore when it rains. Whether you choose to hop on a train to visit nearby cities or spend time in the charming villages, there is no shortage of fun indoor activities to keep you entertained.

- Explore the Old Town of Monterosso and cozy up in a coffee shop while watching the rain fall outside.
- Indulge in a pesto making class or wine tasting at Cinque Sensi in Vernazza.
- Venture to La Spezia for a day of dining and shopping on Via Prione.
- Take a train ride to Genoa to visit the impressive Aquarium of Europe and stroll through the historic Old Town.

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits - there are still plenty of exciting things to discover in Cinque Terre and beyond.

Please note that travel times are merely estimates, as they can vary based on numerous factors including traffic conditions, the type of vehicle, the driver's experience, train delays, and more.

From Genoa by car 1.5 hours 100 km - by train 1.5 hours
From Pisa by car 1.5 hours 114 km - by train 1 hour 15 minutes
From Lucca by car 1.5 hours 112 km - by train 1.5 hours
From Florence by car 2.5 hours 188 km - by train 3 hours
From Siena by car 3 hours 250 km - by train 3.5 hours
From Milan by car 3 hours 227 km - by train 2.5 hours
From Rome by car 5 hours 467 km - by train 4 hours
From Venice by car 4 hours 380 km - by train 6 hours
From Turin by car 3.5 hours 260 km - by train 3.5 hours
From Sorrento by car 6 hours 657 km - by train 10 hours

The average stay is three nights.

Many tourists want to visit the Cinque Terre in just one day but this way it is not possible to savor the authentic atmosphere and you end up running from one village to another without capturing the beauty.

In the Cinque Terre there are opportunities to do and see, from a swim on the beach in Monterosso al Mare or among the rocks of Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore, a boat trip to admire the pristine coasts, visit the 5 villages among the alleys in search of craft shops or walk the paths that connect the villages.

Indeed, it is risky, as walking on a path in the dark is inherently hazardous, but primarily because after dusk, the wild boars in the national park become active and roam around in search of food.
Wild boars tend to be wary of humans and usually prefer to flee; however, if the pathway is narrow, they may not have enough room to turn around and escape, which could lead to a potential charge towards you.
If you choose to traverse the Blue Path in the dark, the best strategy is to make plenty of noise, as wild boars possess keen hearing and will likely locate an escape route before you get too close.

Yes, we have 12 parking spots for our guests. 

More about Parking

The nearest airports to Cinque Terre are Pisa Airport (officially known as Galileo Galilei Airport) and Genoa Airport (often referred to as Cristoforo Colombo Airport).

Additional airports can be found in the beautiful cities of Florence and Milan.

What documents are required to enter Italy?

European Citizens whose country is under the authority of the Schengen Treaty may enter Italy with nothing more than a valid identity card or passport.
Citizens from all other countries must show their passport on the border; where a visa is required, this must also be presented to the border authorities and must indicate the length of the holder's stay and his or her destination.

Visa applications - specifying the reason for the trip - must be made to the Italian Consulate in the applicant's country of residence, and are generally issued 90 days after the application was been made. Once visitors arrive in Italy, those who will not be staying in a hotel or similar accommodation facility must register with the local police headquarters within 8 days of their arrival in the country.
Visitors staying in hotels or other tourist accommodation facilities will automatically be registered upon reception there.

Are their any restrictions on goods that may be brought into the country?

There are no limits to what may be bought or carried on trips within the European Union, provided such purchases are for the traveller's own personal use.

Nightlife in Cinque Terre

While Cinque Terre may not be known for its vibrant nightlife scene, there are still options available for those looking for some evening entertainment. Several bars and pubs in the area stay open until midnight, providing a social atmosphere for visitors.

In the Tourist Informations page you can find Nightclubs, Disco, Bar, Pubs & Live Music.

Tourist informations

Note: In all ours properties there is WiFi free.

In Cinque Terre there are numerous internet points and cafés offering internet access.
In Italy you will find Wi-Fi access available in many airports, train stations, bar, restaurants and other public places where travellers pass through or stop off.

EU and non-EU citizens (if entitled to assisted health care in EU countries) traveling in Italy with the required certificate (European Health Insurance Card or a provisional replacement certificate) may obtain services required directly, free of charge – excepting the payment of an eventual co-pay (called ticket)– at a public hospital orfacility covered in private agreement with the National Health Service.
Non-EU citizens coming from countries not covered by the agreement are provided with health services that must be paid for in accordance with the relative scale of charges.

Pharmacies & Doctors
Ambulance
Hospitals

Dogs, cats and ferrets may be brought into Italy accompanied by their owners; the conditions applicable depend on whether or not the animals come from EU countries.

Animals coming from EU countries

Animals must be identified by means of a microchip or a clearly legible tattoo, and must be in possession of a valid EU passport certifying that they have been vaccinated against rabies. This passport is issued by the veterinary health services of the country of origin.

Animals coming from non-EU countries

Animals from non-EU countries may enter the country, provided they possess a certificate stating to their origin and state of health (issued by foreign public health authorities recognised in Italy), which must include the details of both the animal and the owner and must state that the animal is in good health and has been vaccinated against rabies no later than 20 days before entry and no earlier than 11 months before the issue of the certificate. Animals coming from non-EU countries that are not included in the list drawn up by the European Union (which can be consulted on the website of the European commission ) must have successfully passed the test for the titration of neutralising antibodies against rabies virus no later than three months before the date of entry into Italy.

It is forbidden to bring into Italy dogs and cats under three months of age and those that have not been vaccinated against rabies. No preventive measures are required against ticks or echinococcus, wherever the animal comes from.

Vets in Cinque Terre

Since 2001, the currency used in Italy is the euro. One euro is divided up into 100 euro-cents. There are eight different coins (1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 euro-cents) and seven notes (5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 euros).

Credit cards

As well as in cash, purchases can be paid for using the most common credit cards. This payment system is common in Italian shops, which generally display the symbols of the credit cards they accept on the outside door. If you pay by credit card you will be asked to show an identity document. Travellers cheques (in USD or Euros) can also be cashed in Italian banks.

Tips

Tips are not compulsory and in Italy there are no generally established rules, although it is common practice to leave a sum amounting to around 10% of the bill if you are satisfied with the service you have received.

Making calls to Italy

To call an Italian telephone number from outside Italy, either from a landline or a mobile phone, you will need to add the international dialling code for Italy, which is 0039 (+39), followed by the telephone number you require.

To call another country from Italy, you will need to add the international dialling code for the country you are calling, followed by the telephone number you require.
To make calls within Italy, dial the number you require without adding the international country dialling code.
To make calls from public telephones (which you can find on the street, in some bars, restaurants, etc and in shopping centres), you may use coins or phone cards, which can be purchased from tobacconists, news kiosks and telephone shops.
Mobile phone reception in Italy is based on GSM technology, which is not compatible with that of a number of countries (including the USA and Japan), unless you have a three-band mobile phone. Before travelling to Italy you should contact your telephone services provider to activate the international roaming service (if it is not already activated automatically).
Making international calls from a mobile phone may be very expensive, and it is often advisable to purchase a phone card to call home from a public telephone.

In Cinque Terre, Italy, there are several local markets where visitors can purchase fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, cheese, olive oil, as well as clothing and ceramics.

Read about local Markets

The largest markets can be found in La Spezia, Levanto, and Monterosso.
Additionally, there is a daily morning food market in La Spezia's city centre on Piazza Cavour, which is popular among locals for their shopping needs. 

Legal marijuana in Italy is the variety of Cannabis Sativa with THC concentrations lower than 0.2%, known as light cannabis.
The trade and production of this variety were legalized in Italy by the law of December 2, 2016, no. 242.

The drinking age in Italy is 18 years old. However, it is not strictly enforced. We recommend to always carry a photo ID to prove your age.

WARNING - Do not DRIVE a car or motorcycle if you have consumed legal cannabis within the past 30 days or drunk alcoohol.

In the limit alcohol driving 2025, the blood alcohol content limits remain unchanged: up to 0.5 g/l allowed without penalties (except for new drivers and professionals); between 0.5 and 0.8 g/l with fines from €543 to €2,170 and license suspension for up to 6 months; between 0.8 and 1.5 g/l with arrest for up to 6 months, fines up to €3,200.
In the event of an accident or a traffic police check, you may be subject to immediate arrest and your vehicle may be confiscated.

Italian Traffic Rules