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Condé Nast TravelerJul 27, 2026

This Unassuming Italian Coastal Town Captures the Magic of Cinque Terre—Without the Crowds

Often overlooked by visitors, Levanto combines Belle Époque charm, local markets, scenic hikes, and easy access to Italy's Cinque Terre without the crowds.

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L’AgaveRestaurantHoused in Framura's former station building.
Elsewhere
Villa AgnelliSightLevanto, ItalyOnce the FIAT family’s summer residence.
Church of Sant'AndreaSightLevanto, ItalyA 13th-century Gothic church.
Castello di San GiorgioSightLevanto, ItalyRests atop a low hill.
Loggia ComunaleSightLevanto, ItalyUNESCO site, 16th-century reconstruction.
PAT BakeryBakeryLevanto, ItalyTry Levanto's signature savory fritter, gattafin.
Via XXV AprileMarketLevanto, ItalyCovered market with regional produce and fish.
Oasi Eco Boutique HotelHotelLevanto, ItalyFamily-run with 14 individually designed rooms.
Villa ValentinaHotelLevanto, ItalyFamily-run with nine rooms in the hills.
Focacceria DomèFast foodLevanto, ItalyServes excellent cheese-filled Recco-style focaccia.
Gelateria Basilico e LimoneRestaurantLevanto, ItalyUses local milk and seasonal fruit for flavors.
La Nicchia Pestifera Wine ShopPlaceLevanto, ItalyOffers a pesto-making course.
Cà du FerràGuest houseBonassola, ItalyWinery with vineyards on steep terraces.
Hike to MonterossoTrailLevanto, ItalyOffers views of all five Cinque Terre villages.

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