Gorgeous village, like all 5 of the Cinque terre villages really...! They are all worth stopping at! What we liked most about this one was how accessible it is with prams! Firstly train station drops you off in the centro already and there’s an elevator...More

The most beautiful town in Cinque Terre. If you want a breathtaking view of the village, you must climb the stairway. Is much more than a colorful house, and are built randomly together on a corner.

We visited this village for the first time in 1995 when it was not on anyone’s radar. We returned in 2002 and everyone was carrying a Rick Steves book. It was very crowded. It is even more crowded today. It has been well restored since...More

During the day the village is flooded and you're best out on a hike, in the morning and evening the crowds have left and you can really enjoy the setting. Vernazza has a good balance between number of visitors and services, Monteresso feels more touristy...More

I was in the Cinque Terre 15 years ago and as others have noted, it has been over run with tourists. The onslaught has diminished the charm and experiences Vernazza once offered. I especially noticed how surly the townspeople have become. They obviously have had...More

We visited here two days this October while staying in Manarola. One time was not so full and the atmosphere was very enjoyable. The other day, it was so full of huge tour and cruise ship groups that it really took away from the experience....More

Vernazza is the smallest town of them all, but it also the fairest. When the hustle and bustle of the day the dies down, that’s when it really becomes charming. It has its small harbor “beach” that offers crystal clear waters for perfect for swimming...More