Rapallo lies at the heart of the Gulf of Tigullio, between Portofino and the Cinque Terre: an elegant town that is lively all year round, with a seafront promenade, a castle on the sea, a marina and easy train, boat and bus connections.
The seafront with its 16th-century castle, the old town, the marina, the cable car up to Montallegro Sanctuary and the golf course. Public and private beaches about 1.5 km away.
approx. 4 km
Santa Margherita Ligure
An elegant seaside town with Villa Durazzo and its gardens, a pretty harbour and a lively promenade.
approx. 9 km
Portofino
The Riviera’s most famous village: the piazzetta, Castello Brown and the lighthouse. Reach it by boat from Rapallo (seasonal), by bus or on foot through the Portofino Park trails.
by boat
San Fruttuoso
The abbey set in a tiny bay between Camogli and Portofino, reachable only by sea or on foot; offshore lies the underwater Christ of the Abyss.
approx. 12 km
Camogli
Colourful houses around the harbour, a pebble beach and the trails of the Portofino promontory.
approx. 1 h by train
Cinque Terre
Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore: an easy day trip by train from Rapallo station or, in summer, by boat.
approx. 25 km
Sestri Levante
The Bay of Silence and the Bay of Fables, among the most beautiful beaches in Liguria.
approx. 30 km
Genoa
The Aquarium, the Old Port and the historic centre with the UNESCO-listed Palazzi dei Rolli.
The area
The Gulf of Tigullio in motion
Rapallo from abovePortofinoSanta Margherita at sunsetCinque Terre
Getting around stress-free
By train: regional trains from Rapallo station to Genoa, Santa Margherita, Sestri Levante and the Cinque Terre.
By boat: from Rapallo harbour, in the warmer months, to Portofino, San Fruttuoso and the Cinque Terre.
By car: Rapallo exit on the A12 motorway, plus a private parking space included, on a private road 150 metres from the apartment.
By bus: local lines to the town centre, Santa Margherita and Portofino.
Sport and relaxation
Hiking in Portofino Park, golf and tennis in Rapallo, a public swimming pool, kayaking, diving and boat trips. The Riviera’s mild climate makes spring, autumn and winter stays a pleasure too.
Health & Beach Apartment
Home comforts, clean design
70 bright, newly renovated square metres for up to 6 guests: a short walk from ICLAS GVM hospital, 1.5 km from the beaches and close to Portofino and the Cinque Terre.
Rapallo’s beaches and seafront are about 1.5 km away: around 20 minutes on foot or a few minutes by car or bus.
Do I need a car?
No – trains, boats and buses connect Rapallo with Portofino, Santa Margherita and the Cinque Terre. If you arrive by car, a private parking space on a private road 150 metres from the apartment is included in the price.
Can I bring my pet?
We’re sorry, but no pets of any kind are allowed in the apartment: no dogs, not even small ones, no cats and no other animals. Thank you so much for understanding!
Can I visit the Cinque Terre in a day?
Yes, by train from Rapallo station in about an hour (depending on connections), or by boat in summer.
Dany & Gerry
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