La Spezia

Located on the Riviera Ligure del Levante (Italian Riviera), La Spezia is a wonderful little town on the sea, surrounded by impressive mountains. The bay, called also the Poet Gulf, is a great departure point for visiting the countryside and the famous 5 Terre (5 lands): Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore. The Poet Gulf offers a breathtaking scenario for any tourist spending holidays in La Spezia. But also the town is fascinating, with the main district, the piazza Sant’Agostino, the prestigious buildings and the testimony of its past.

The heart of the town if the Via del Prone, a large street full of stands and boutiques, most appreciated by tourists. For those interested in the story of this town, the historical center holds antique and well-preserved monuments disseminated in a labyrinth of alleys. There you will discover the medieval Castle of San Giorgio, the civic museum Formentini, the museum Amedeo, the Naval museum, the Abbey of Assunta and the Cathedral of the redeemer Christ.

The amazing seaside of La Spezia is bordered by parks and offer wonderful panoramas. From here, you can easily reach the 5 Terre and many other touristic locations such as Lerici, Sarzana and San Terenzio.