Cinque Terre in Genoa — FAQ

What is the Cinque Terre?
The Cinque Terre is a string of five colourful cliffside fishing villages on the Ligurian coast — Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore — linked by trails, trains and boats, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
How far is the Cinque Terre from Genoa?
The Cinque Terre is about 1.5 hours from Genoa by train or tour, making the spectacular coastline a popular day trip, often combining the train between villages with a scenic boat ride.
Is the Cinque Terre worth a day trip from Genoa?
Absolutely — the pastel villages, dramatic cliffs and turquoise sea of the Cinque Terre make one of Italy’s most beautiful and rewarding day trips from Genoa.