Things to see and do Liguria

Built in the 17th^century thanks to donations from the people of Monterosso, this beautifully crafted oratory is a true memento mori: the inscription engraved on its façade mortis et orationis (death and prayer) recalls that the brotherhood that ran the oratory was dedicated to helping the needy who could not afford funeral orations. This duty of the brothers is evoked in the building's interior decor, with skulls, stucco and wooden allegories of death...

Built in 1271, the church was several times expanded and renovated. The left nave retains a beautiful virgin ceramic Virgin of Andrea della Robbia.

The development of Piazza Mentana dates back to the late th century. It defines the business district of the more residential quarters of Castelletto and Albaro. By arriving Via Roma on the right, the Acquasola garden occupies the location of a former bastion. At the centre, the monument to Victor-Emmanuel II.

The tourist information office in Lerici, Italy, is located in Via S. Biaggini, 552, 19032 Lerici SP. Here you'll find information on how to get to Lerici by public transport, the weather, parking facilities, restricted traffic zones and much more. The tourist information office also organizes cultural and artistic events such as concerts and exhibitions.

This spherical construction of glass and steel was designed by Renzo Piano. The transparent ball can be seen from the harbour and is located at the Aquarium exit. Inside, it is a recreation of a tropical forest, in all its beauty and fragility. There are several rare plant species, such as the giraffe acacia and the coffee and cocoa tree. But also an emblematic fauna: fish, insects, butterflies, birds, reptiles and amphibians. An exotic visit where nature and architecture evolve in total symbiosis.

Sarzana is a small town in Liguria. We recommend spending an hour or so at the tourist office to get advice on attractions and things to do in Sarzana. As well as providing tourist information, the tourist office also offers suggestions for nearby activities, such as boat trips to Cinque Terre and Portovenere, kayak tours and cooking classes.

Porto Venere, not far from the Italian city of La Spezia in Liguria, is a charming little town. It offers many interesting sights, including ancient churches, castles and caves. Take a stroll through the historic center and you'll be transported back to the early 11th century, as you admire the splendor of the ancient buildings and their original architecture. The churches of San Lorenzo and San Pietro are emblematic monuments of that bygone era. Porto Venere is part of the world's cultural heritage and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The town also boasts a number of magnificent hiking trails, allowing you to discover a wide variety of landscapes. A boat trip around the three islands and a visit to the caves are unforgettable experiences.

The Sestri Levante Tourist Office is located on the first floor of the Palazzo Fascie, on Corso Largo Colombo. It is an important point of reference where locals and tourists alike are welcomed by friendly, qualified staff, ready to provide information and suggestions on the organization of services, accommodation and catering, as well as personalized sightseeing and excursion itineraries. The office also sells tickets for the Tigullio ferry service, ATP city buses and shows organized in municipal areas. You can also find promotional material in various languages, guidebooks and maps.

The Alassio Tourist Office is a point of reference for Italian and foreign visitors. It provides information on accommodation, restaurants, town services, transport, cultural itineraries, events, exhibitions and gastronomy. Open all year round, the Alassio Tourist Office offers specialized, multilingual attention. The Tourist Office also distributes informative and promotional material about Alassio, the province and the region. It is located in Via Mazzini, 68, 17021 Alassio (SV). You can also follow them on social networks such as Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

The most important church of Alassio dedicated to Saint Ambroise, solemnly celebrated on December 7, rises on the homonymous square. The building dating back to the fifteenth century was built on the remains of a church in the Xe. The black stone portal of 1507 and the xiith century bell tower are masterpieces of local religious art. The baroque interior that deserves the attention is decorated with works by great ligorides such as Giovanni Andrea De Ferrari and Giulio Benso.

This th century book is one of the few buildings that have resisted time. The same goes for Corsi and Guarnieri towers as well as Brandale (th century).

The palace, buried in a park, houses a botanical garden and a greenhouse from the beginning of the th century. The museum exhibits Ligurie palaeontological objects, préromaines and Roman pieces, and the entire collection of ancient vases by Prince Oddone.

The famous red buses could not be missing in the city of Christopher Columbus! The classic formula (hop on/hop off available over 24 or 48 hours) has two routes in the city. They mark 10 and 11 stops, criss-crossing all the city's key points from east to west; one passes through the Principe and Brignole railway stations, stopping near the elevators that take you up to the hills. The other goes as far as the picturesque village of Boccadasse. Multilingual audioguide on board, with detailed commentary on the city's main sights.

If you pass through Airole, don't miss this farm. It spreads while restanques in the valley. It produces a famous wine "ROCCESE", which means Wine wine. The vineyard is a huge preserved natural park. There is also excellent olive oil on site. It is best to call before you want to visit the farm and buy products. You ask Dino.