Religious site
San Pietro, Porto Venere
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San Pietro is a striking black-and-white striped church that stands at the tip of the Porto Venere peninsula, surrounded by the sea on three sides. Built in the 13th century on the site of a Roman temple dedicated to Venus, it combines Romanesque and Gothic elements. The interior is simple but atmospheric, with stone columns and a raised presbytery. The real draw is the location: from the church terrace, you have breathtaking views of the Gulf of Poets, the Palmaria Island, and the open Ligurian Sea. The church is often less crowded than the Cinque Terre villages, making it a serene spot to soak in the coastal beauty.
Don't miss
- Black-and-white striped Gothic facade
- Terrace with panoramic views of the Gulf of Poets and Palmaria Island
- Ancient marble columns and medieval stonework inside
- Nearby Byzantine-era ruins and the Porto Venere harbor
- Sunset views from the church steps
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit San Pietro, Porto Venere
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPunta Sabbioni to Venice Round-Trip Boat Ticket4.1★ · 103 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$17 per personSee dates →
Best full dayCinque Terre and Porto Venere Boat Tour4.3★ · 106 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$80 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleCinque Terre and Portovenere Private Boat Tour from La Spezia5★ · 39 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$1862 per personSee dates →More attractions in Riomaggiore