What should I wear on a day trip to Cinque Terre?

Cinque Terre hiking essentials
  • Proper walking shoes – please notes fines are in place for ill equipped visitors as wrong gear has caused many rescue missions!
  • Hiking trousers/ shorts.
  • Short sleeve tops.
  • Hiking or well cushioned socks.
  • Well fitting hiking backpack.
  • Reusable water bottle.




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Cinque Terre hiking essentials
  • Proper walking shoes – please notes fines are in place for ill equipped visitors as wrong gear has caused many rescue missions!
  • Hiking trousers/ shorts.
  • Short sleeve tops.
  • Hiking or well cushioned socks.
  • Well fitting hiking backpack.
  • Reusable water bottle.


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Look, it's not necessary to have hiking boots (though some people prefer them). Trainers are just fine so long as they have decent tread on them. A daypack. You'll want a small, lightweight backpack to hold all of your necessities.

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Tennis shoes may excel on concrete or groomed trails, but they're often too flexible to give you uncompromised traction in the wild. Many hiking boots feature Vibram soles and heel brakes that deliver optimal control on the trail.

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Some portions of the trail are very easy to walk, such as the paved section connecting Riomaggiore to Manarola, and other sections climb up and over hillsides with spectacular views along the coast. It takes about 5 hours to hike the entire distance, not counting the time to explore and linger in each town.

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Opt for a pair of comfortable leather boots, flats, or dress shoes instead of blinged out sneakers. Avoid carrying a fanny pack or large backpack with you, since it makes you look like a tourist and tells pickpockets that you're carrying money around.

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Here's the deal: We don't tip in Italy. Wait, I take that back. We tip only if we've had what we consider excellent service. In that case, we round the bill (unlike other areas of the world, it's not based on a percentage).

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Vernazza: Located to the north of the Cinque Terre, Vernazza is probably the most beautiful and picturesque fishing village of Cinque Terre, where its colourful houses hang above the sea level on rugged cliffs. It has a charming natural port and an old castle, built to protect the area from pirates.

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Vernazza, the most beautiful village to visit in Cinque Terre. Vernazza is without question one of the brightest gems of Cinque Terre, a coastal village that enthralls visitors with its undeniable charm.

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Skip town at midday. Cruisers and day-trippers start pouring into the Cinque Terre around 10 a.m. and typically head out by 5 p.m. Those midday hours are your time to hit the beach or find a hike away from the main trails.

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In the small harbour of Manarola, you can sunbathe on the rocks, and dive into the sea (or use the small ladder). The water is deep, so for good swimmers only. This is one of my favourite swimming spots in the Cinque Terre, especially late afternoon.

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The Sciacchetrà wine Over the last years the Cinque Terre wine Sciacchetrà has become famous in the whole world. It's a passito, a dessert wine, its “formula” has probably very old roots. At the beginning of the grape harvest the winegrower carefully selects the most beautiful bunches of grapes among his fields.

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What To Not Wear in Italy
  • Socks + Sandals. Socks and sandals are very common in the US to the point it's almost a fashion statement. ...
  • Shorts. Shorts are thought of us as too casual and not classy in the Italian eye. ...
  • Sweatpants. Sweatpants are an obvious one. ...
  • Tank Tops. ...
  • Flip Flops. ...
  • Athleisure. ...
  • Giant Hats.


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Avoid bright-colored clothes and wear muted colors instead. Ditch the white sneakers, bulky cargo shorts, and yoga pants, and opt for comfortable shoes and casual pants like khakis. Forget the fanny pack and hulking backpacks. Carry only what you need.

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– The best shoes for Italy are the ones you can comfortably walk in. Sneakers are fine also in Italy, but again, maybe not in a fancy restaurant. So consider taking also some nice pair of shoes with you.

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You have to skip Corniglia situated on top of a cliff 100 metres above sea level. If you are limited on time, take the train between the villages.

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