West of Genoa

Albenga and Ventimiglia, both important centers in Liguria during the time of the Romans, now serve as sites for historical landmarks and remnants of ancient and medieval civilization. In Albenga, one can still find the remnant of a Roman bath, an aqueduct, a Roman burial ground, and the ruins of a second century amphitheater.

East of Genoa

Chiavari, formerly the hub of the eastern Riviera that is now one of the favorite international destinations of well-known personalities.

Lavagna, founded during the 10th century, today it is one of the busiest tourist ports in Italy, inviting visits from boaters and other tourists interested to enjoy the excitement and warmth of Lavagna`s beaches and gorges.

Levanto, is separated from the Cinque Terre by the Mesco promontory. A typical maritime village, Levanto stands facing the sea and yet is surrounded by lush scrub and green hills. Like Lavagna, Levanto is now popular among tourists for its warm and sunny beaches and rocky coast.

Cinque Terre, the region of Five Lands as it has been known since the 15th century. The Cinque Terre is made up of five tiny villages - the Corniglia, Manarola, Monterossa al Mare, Riomaggiore, and Vernazza - all perched on the mountainside above the Mediterranean Sea. These tiny villages, which are accessible mainly by foot or train, are recognizable by the colorful houses that dot their landscape and the various historical remnants of the Roman times.

The Golfo dei Poeti an area that was frequented by European aristocrats and literati in the nineteenth century. Other places of interest in Liguria include Via Garibaldi, an area known for its patrician palaces and herringbone brick pavement, the Royal Palace, which houses an excellent collection of European art; and the cloisters of Sant`Andrea which dates back to the 12th Century.