Neighborhood
Volastra
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Perched high on the hills above Manarola, Volastra is a quiet farming village that feels a world away from the bustling coastal towns. Its narrow lanes are lined with traditional stone houses and terraced vineyards that produce the region's famous Sciacchetrà wine. The main attraction is the panoramic terrace near the Church of San Lorenzo, where you can gaze across the entire Cinque Terre coastline from Riomaggiore to Monterosso. Volastra is also the starting point for several scenic hiking trails, including the path down to Manarola through olive groves and vineyards. Visitors come here for a peaceful escape and to experience the authentic rural character of the Cinque Terre interior.
Don't miss
- Panoramic terrace with sweeping views of the Cinque Terre coastline
- Church of San Lorenzo, a simple 14th-century stone church
- Terraced vineyards and olive groves surrounding the village
- Hiking trail from Volastra down to Manarola (about 30 minutes)
- Local wine tasting at nearby cantinas
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Volastra
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 invineyard tour & wine tasting4.8★ · 26 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$76 per personSee dates →
Most bookedSea trips Scandola Girolata and Calanches de Piana4.8★ · 1,199 travelers~3 hoursFrom$76 per personSee dates →
Top ratedTavolara Boat Tour and Snorkeling4.9★ · 345 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$81 per personSee dates →More attractions in Riomaggiore