🇮🇹 Discovering Manarola: The Jewel of Cinque Terre in One Perfect Day
#mediterranean 🇮🇹 Discovering🇮🇹 Discovering Manarola: The Jewel of Cinque Terre in One Perfect Day 🌅🍋🌊
Perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the Ligurian Sea, Manarola is one of the five postcard-perfect villages that make up Italy’s Cinque Terre. Known for its colorful houses, terraced vineyards, and stunning sea views, this tiny town blends authentic charm with breathtaking beauty — ideal for a romantic escape, a scenic hike, or a serene seaside day.
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🚉 How to Get to Manarola
Manarola is easily accessible by train on the La Spezia–Levanto line, with trains running frequently throughout the day. From La Spezia Centrale, it takes only 10 minutes and costs around €4. The train station is right at the edge of the village — from there, it’s just a 5-minute walk into the heart of Manarola.
Note: Cars are not allowed in the village itself, so it’s best to arrive by train and explore on foot.
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📍 Itinerary Highlights for a Day in Manarola
🌄 Morning – Scenic Walks & Sea Views
Start with a light breakfast at a local café (try a fresh lemon brioche and Italian espresso), then head toward the famous Lover’s Lane (Via dell’Amore). Although parts of it are occasionally closed for repairs, even the short trails offer epic panoramic views. Continue walking toward the scenic point near Nessun Dorma, a cliffside wine bar, where you’ll get the iconic view of Manarola’s colorful houses clinging to the rock.
🍝 Midday – Vineyards & Lunch
Climb up through the terraced vineyards above the village — the views from up there are worth every step. Then settle in for lunch at a family-run trattoria like Trattoria dal Billy, famous for its seafood pastas and anchovy tasting platters.
🏊 Afternoon – Swim & Sun
Manarola doesn’t have a sandy beach, but its natural rock pools and turquoise waters are perfect for a swim. Locals and visitors alike love jumping from the stone pier. Bring a towel, wear water shoes if you have them, and enjoy a lazy hour by the sea.
🌅 Evening – Sunset & Aperitivo
For the best sunset view, find a spot at Nessun Dorma and enjoy an aperol spritz with a platter of local cheeses and cured meats. Watching the sky turn orange behind the village is a moment you won’t forget.
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🍽️ What to Eat in Manarola
• Trofie al pesto (a Ligurian classic)
• Anchovies of Monterosso, often marinated or fried
• Farinata – a chickpea flour pancake, perfect as a snack
• Sciacchetrà, the region’s famous sweet dessert wine made from local grapes
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💶 Estimated Costs for a Day in Manarola
• Train ticket: €4 each way
• Breakfast: €3–5
• Lunch with wine: €20–30
• Aperitivo: €10–15
• Optional gelato or snack: €3–5
Total estimate: €40–55
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📝 Tips for Visiting Manarola
• Bring a refillable water bottle — there are free fountains throughout town
• Come early or late in the day to avoid the biggest crowds
• If you plan to visit other Cinque Terre villages, get a Cinque Terre Train Card for unlimited travel
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✨ Final Thoughts
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Summer Swimming in Manarola
Manarola, one of the five villages of Cinque Terre in Italy, is not typically known as a destination for swimming. However, it offers a unique experience of being close to the sea, with opportunities for cliff diving and relaxing on the rocks.
📍How to Get There and Recommended Route
Day trips from Florence are possible.
Florence SMN Station → La Spezia Station → Get off at Manarola
✔️Things to Know About Swimming in Manarola
No sandy beaches → It's all about rocky swimming spots.
→ At the end of the village, below the cliffs, you'll find many people sunbathing in swimsuits.
Cliff jumping is possible (higher spots are mostly for locals).
→ The water is deep and clear, making it ideal for diving.
Footwear is essential: The rocks are sharp, so be sure to bring aqua shoes or sandals!
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colourful cinque terre hiking, can’t miss activities if you have time and ability to hike
should return for another hike very soon
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Manarola, the cliffside village of Cinque Terre!
🇮🇹 Italy, Cinque Terre
📍Manarola
✔️ Cinque Terre means "Five Lands"
✔️ Manarola is the second smallest village among them
✔️ Known for its colorful houses perched on seaside cliffs
✔️ Visit during sunset to witness breathtaking views of the sun setting over the sea
✔️ Lined with restaurants and cafes between the harbor villages
✔️ Don’t miss trying gelato in Manarola
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Italy/Manarola🇮🇹 If you go to Cinque Terre, you must visit this place! Manarola Viewpoint
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Location: Via Belvedere, 19, 19017 Manarola SP, Italy
Opening Hours: 24 hours
Admission: Free
Among the five villages of Cinque Terre, Manarola is a must-visit!
Among them, this is the Manarola Viewpoint, where you can see the most beautiful view of Manarola.
You just have to climb a little bit of the hill, so it's not that hard.
When you climb up, you can see this wonderful view!
It's fantastic to see the sunset✨
우후니
Italy/Manarola🇮🇹 A beautiful turquoise swimming point!
#EuropeanTravel #Italy #Manarola
A beautiful turquoise swimming point in Manarola, one of the five villages of La Spezia in northern Italy:)
It's much more beautiful than Riomaggiore Beach, so I recommend swimming here.
However, the bottom is covered with moss, so be careful with your feet. It's best to wear aqua shoes👍
The water is so clear that you can see fish with your naked eye🐟
Many people climb up the large rocks and dive, so it's fun to watch them!
It's on the way to the Manarola Observatory, so stop by even if you don't swim:)
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Watching the sunset in Italy...
#10월여행지원이벤트 I found an amazing place while traveling by train in Italy. It is a well-known place, but not many people go there. In fact, it was so difficult to get there that I couldn't go. Still, I used Google Maps and blogs well. I could only bring a chocolate bar, but you should bring various fruits and light snacks and watch the sunset. It's really so pretty.
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Do you know Manarola in Cinque Terre near Florence, Italy?
I recently visited the viewpoint in Manarola, one of the five villages of Cinque Terre, and witnessed the Italian sunset firsthand! While it wasn't as beautiful as the sunsets in the Philippines, it was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Although it's a bit of a train ride away, I have no regrets, and even if I had to spend an entire day on this trip, I would be completely satisfied.