Portofino travel guide: The perfect spot in the Italian Riviera
Portofino is a small fishing village on the Italian Riviera. It is known for its high-end boutiques, restaurants, and as a stopoff point for the yachting set. Portofino is the perfect place if you are looking for a day trip, and it is one of my favorite places in the entire world! Every single corner of this town is truly breathtaking, and it will always have a special place in my heart.
Castello brown
Baia di Canonne
How to get there
Train: The station is Santa Marguerita Ligure, then you have to take either a cab or a bus to Portofino, or you can walk for an hour. I recommend taking the bus to get there and, on your way back, taking a walk because the views are breathtaking and you can stop at several coves and beaches on the way.
By Boat: You can rent a boat, for example, from Cinque Terre and go to Portofino for the day.
Where to stay
Belmond Hotels: This hotel is one of the most beautiful in the world!! I would definitely stay here again. recommend you stay there if you can afford it.
Hotel Excelsior Palace
Piccolo Hotel
Hotel Argentina Portofino is a cute little hotel with great prices.
La Cervara -Insane views and terrace!!
Where to eat
La Stella Restaurant
Dai Gemelli Restaurant
The Marinaio Taverna
Restaurant at Hotel Splendido
Tripoli Trattoria
What to do
Visit the piazzetta near the harbor for coffee, food, and drinks.
Art galleries
Hotel Splendido for lunch and drinks with the best view (a MUST)
On your way back to Santa Marguerita, stop by Baia di Paraggi (a beach with crystal clear waters on the way to Santa Marguerita).
Baia di Cannone, a very romantic Portofino spot for swimming and sunbathing in the rocks with the most iconic Portofino view.
Shopping! This fishing village offers the chicest high-end boutiques like Dior, Balenciaga, Missoni, Prada, and Hermes.
Castello Brown (a beautiful walk with amazing views)
If you are a hiker, you can hike to San Fruttuoso and enjoy the hidden abbey.
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