Cinque Terre Card; Train: If you need a break from walking, taking a Trenitalia regional or express train to travel between Cinque Terre's five towns is a great alternative.

Italy's Cinque Terre is one of the most magical destinations on the planet, but what is the best way to explore this famous area? The answer might surprise you.

Last June, we spent almost a week in Vernazza, Italy, and had the chance to explore the five towns that make up the Cinque Terre area. These five coastal communities each have unique personalities.

Tourism in the Cinque Terre is growing at a fast pace and, in order to accommodate visitors, Italian officials are trying to devise a plan that will eliminate congestion at rail stations and on ...

Milan is the best international gateway to Cinque Terre. From Milan’s Central Station (Milano Centrale), it’s a three-hour train ride to Monterosso for $30. Add another $10 for First-Class ...

One-way tickets cost €5 (£4.30) per person, but most holidaymakers opt to purchase the Cinque Terre Pass for €18.20. The Cinque Terre Pass gives visitors unlimited access to train travel ...

Cinque Terre Card You have several options when it comes to visiting Cinque Terre. You can buy a train ticket directly to your desired town and back, plus individual tickets between towns.

Sleep in the Cinque Terre — not nearby. The towns of Levanto and La Spezia are near the Cinque Terre and well connected by train, making them popular home bases.

The days of having the Cinque Terre to yourself are long gone. The string of villages along the Ligurian coast in Italy is far too exposed. Rick Steves wanders the lovely streets and waxes poetic ...