Monterosso al Mare

Monterosso al Mare is the westernmost and largest of the five Cinque Terre villages, known for its wide sandy beach (the only one in Cinque Terre) and a charming historic center. The village is divided into two parts: the newer Fegina area with the beach and train station, and the old town (Centro Storico) with narrow alleys, pastel houses, and the 13th-century Church of San Giovanni Battista. A pedestrian tunnel connects the two. Monterosso offers more restaurants, shops, and accommodations than its neighbors, making it a popular base. The beach is lined with colorful umbrellas and lidos, but there are also free public sections. Above the town, the Capuchin monastery and the statue of Neptune (Il Gigante) are notable landmarks. The village is also the starting point for the Sentiero Azzurro hike to Vernazza.

Don't miss

• Relax on Fegina Beach, the only sandy beach in Cinque Terre
• Visit the Church of San Giovanni Battista with its black-and-white marble facade
• See the giant statue of Neptune (Il Gigante) on the beach
• Hike the trail to Vernazza for stunning coastal views
• Explore the old town's narrow streets and sample local focaccia

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Monterosso al Mare

Cheapest way inBoat Tour of the Polignano a Mare Coast with Aperitif5★ · 207 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$41 per personSee dates →Most bookedCinque Terre Hybrid Boat Tour from Monterosso4.9★ · 1,272 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$138 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleHorse ride on the coast of Monterosso al Mare Cinque Terre4.9★ · 178 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$93 per personSee dates →