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Things to see in La Spezia (Italy): 38 places and when to go
La Spezia is a town in Italy, and this site lists 38 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (10), History (9), Nature (5). The best known are Porto Venere, Tino and Palmaria. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 42. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 44.1167, 9.7869
- Places
- 38 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (10) · History (9) · Nature (5) · Wildlife (4) · Temples (4) · Food and drink (4)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- BLQ Bologna, 128 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Parodi, at 673 m.
What to see in La Spezia
The places in and around La Spezia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Porto VenereItalian comune8.3 km
- TinoItalian island11 km
- PalmariaIsland in Liguria, Italy9.5 km
- TinettoItalian island12 km
- Cinque Terre National ParkNational park in Italy6.1 km
- Sarzana CathedralChurch building in Sarzana, Italy14 km
- La Spezia CathedralChurch building in La Spezia, Italy3.4 km
- Brugnato CathedralBuilding in Brugnato, Italy14 km
- San Venerio LighthouseLighthouse in Italy11 km
- Parco naturale regionale di Montemarcello - MagraProtected area in Italy (EUAP0968)8.9 km
- Monte ParodiMountain in Italy976 m
- Parco naturale regionale di Porto VenereProtected area in Italy (EUAP1168)8.6 km
- Vernazza CastleCastle in Vernazza, Italy8.6 km
- Castello San GiorgioCastle in La Spezia, Italy3.0 km
- hermitage of Sant'Antonio del MescoHermitage in Levanto, Italy12 km
- Nostra Signora della SaluteChurch building in Riomaggiore, Italy4.6 km
- Area marina protetta Cinque TerreProtected area in Italy (EUAP0948)8.5 km
- Castle of AmegliaBuilding in Ameglia, Italy15 km
- GuvanoBeaches7.0 km
- Museo DiocesanoMuseum in Brugnato, Italy14 km
- Spiaggia Del PersicoBeach5.7 km
- Venere AzzurraBeach10 km
- Alta Via del GolfoHiking7.8 km
- Alta Via del Golfo: Bocca di Magra - Il TermoHiking12 km
And the other 14, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Alta Via del Golfo: Il Termo - La Foce, Alta Via del Golfo: La Foce - Portovenere, Cammino di Assisi, Genova - San Miniato, La via dei Monti: Tappa 1, Sentiero Verde Azzurro: Monterosso (Fegina) - Levanto, Sentiero Verde Azzurro: Riomaggiore - Monterosso, Sentiero Verde Azzurro: Telegrafo - Montenero - Riomaggiore
- Food and drink: Arzà Vinicola, Ca' Lunae, Cantina Finis Terrae, Vinicola Arza'
- Stargazing: Fiammetta
- With kids: Luna Park F.lli Lazzari Le Terrazze
- Mountains: Rifugio Muzzerone
When to go to La Spezia
The best time to visit La Spezia is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:03
- FebPossible10:14
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:14
- MayBest time14:34
- JunBest time15:18
- JulPossible15:00
- AugPossible13:50
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:45
- NovPossible9:23
- DecPossible8:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 42. In June, 37 of the 38 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to La Spezia
The nearest main airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ, Bologna), 128 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Montignoso30 places33 km
- Minucciano63 places37 km
- Porcigatone27 places44 km
- Villa Minozzo50 places58 km
- Lorsica20 places59 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in La Spezia?
The best known: Porto Venere, Tino, Palmaria, Tinetto, Cinque Terre National Park. In all, 38 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit La Spezia?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 42.
How do you get to La Spezia?
The nearest main airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), 128 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with La Spezia as the destination and these 38 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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