Must-see nightlife in Cinque Terre

  • Nessun Dorma

    Manarola

    On a wave-kissed promontory overlooking the pastel-coloured houses of Manarola, this leafy terrace bar makes a magical setting for a sundowner. Great wine…

  • La Scuna

    Corniglia

    Craft beer on draft, first-rate cocktails and creative appetisers make a great combo at this surprisingly hip little spot in this most traditional of…

  • Enoteca Internazionale

    Monterosso

    One of the best places in Cinque Terre to discover the wines of the region, this family-run wine shop offers various tastings from its selection of over…

  • A Pié de Mà

    Riomaggiore

    A delightful spot for an afternoon pick-me-up, this open-air gem has a terrace perched right over Riomaggiore's wave-kissed shoreline. You'll find local…

  • Cantina Nessun Dorma

    Manarola

    The best place in Manarola for learning about (and more importantly tasting!) the wines of Cinque Terre occupies a stone-walled 16th-century building near…

  • Terra Rossa

    Corniglia

    Just off the road that leads down to the station, this vine-covered terrace has pretty views over the vineyards tumbling down to the water, and…

  • Burgus Bar

    Vernazza

    A charming little hole-in-the-wall, with only a couple of ringside benches looking over Piazza Marconi to the little beach, this neighbourhood bar serves…

  • Fuori Rotta

    Riomaggiore

    Set on a hillside lane, the friendly Fuori Rotta makes a fine escape from the busier spots by the harbour. Here you can sit at outdoor tables overlooking…

  • Enoteca da Eliseo

    Monterosso

    Going strong since the 1980s, this back-lane enoteca (wine bar) run by the welcoming Eliseo and Mary makes a charming setting for a glass or two. Grab an…

  • Bar O'Netto

    Riomaggiore

    Riomaggiore's liveliest drinking den is a local institution – around in one form or another since 1921. Stop in here to catch up on village gossip (if you…

  • À Cáneva

    Corniglia

    Near the Chiesa San Pietro, this tiny bar has a few low tables and cleverly placed cushions right on the stairs of a peaceful lane. It feels like a hidden…

  • Enoteca Il Pirun

    Corniglia

    Spread across two floors of an old village house, the old-fashioned Il Pirun is named after the odd-looking wine pitcher that allows thirsty customers to…

  • Bar Terza Terra

    Corniglia

    The draw of this tiny cafe is the terrace located just a bit further along, on the right. Here you can contemplate Manarola off in the distance while…

  • Vertical Bar

    Riomaggiore

    With outdoor tables on a prime stretch of Via Colombo, Vertical Bar is a great spot for coffee or cocktails – depending on which direction you're steering…

  • Monkey Artpub

    Vernazza

    Hidden on a narrow lane a few steps off the harbour, Monkey Artpub is an atmospheric drinking den with dark stone walls, an artfully lit shelf of…

  • La Conchiglia

    Riomaggiore

    There's much to like about La Conchiglia: its well-priced local wine list, perfect waterfront location and a menu of big, healthy salads, panini and…

  • 5 Terre Bistrot

    Vernazza

    Slightly concealed above the chapel along Vernazza's main street, this small wine shop and bar is a fine place to sample some of Cinque Terre's finest…

  • Ananasso Bar

    Vernazza

    Go early to score a seat at this youthful, easy-going terrace cafe, with its yellow-umbrella-shaded tables perched above Vernazza's tiny beach. Aside from…

  • La Cantina dello Zio Bramante

    Manarola

    Just below street level, this friendly local watering hole is the best place in town for some late-night revelry. There's live music on weekends (and more…

  • A Piè de Campu

    Manarola

    Serves up excellent wines and small plates on a terrace in the upper part of town. Come in the daytime to explore Cinque Terre's unique wines in the…

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