Santa Margherita holidays The pearl of the Tigullio Gulf on the best part of the Italian Riviera
Santa Margherita is in the famous Cinque Terre area of the Italian Riviera looking on to the Tigullio gulf. Set within the Cinque Terre National Park which is a UNESCO world heritage site, Santa Margherita was once a tiny fishing village that has grown in to a bustling port - full of history and culture, fine food and wine with spectacular scenery in every direction.
The port of Santa Margherita has become the main harbour in the area for luxury yachts which drop anchor next to the local fishing boats. The port is also the site for watersports such as sailing and canoeing plus home to the international sailing regattas.
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Beach | ✔ |
| Beach clubs | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Distance to beach | Beach resort |
| Nearest airport | Genoa (35km) |
| Nearest train station | Santa Margherita |
Featured holiday rentals around Santa Margherita
Most of the accommodation is within within a few kilometers to the centre where there is a good selection of bars and restaurants which means having a car is essential. The closest hamlets are in Rapallo, Chiàvari and Camogli.
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Things to see & do
Santa Margherita and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, historic sites and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Hike along the mountain goat trails connecting the 5 Cinque Terre resorts | ✔ |
| Take a boat to the stunning tiny fishing village of Portofino | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Golf | ✔ |
| Mountain biking | ✔ |
| Sailing | ✔ |
Our view on holidays in Santa Margherita
We think Santa Margherita is one of those international resorts that you will go back to more than once. During the summer, its a melting pot of tourists from all over Europe who go to soak up the atmosphere, wine and dine and simply have a good time. The Cinque Terre is one of those places to visit at least once in your lifetime.
