If you’re staying in La Spezia in the second half of August, here are some not-to-miss events around the Gulf of Poets and the Cinque Terre.

🌟 August 17 – Portovenere

Madonna Bianca, one of the most striking celebrations of Portovenere’s summer. The village and the San Pietro promontory light up, creating a truly special atmosphere.

🎶 August 19 – Monterosso

A special date for sea lovers: snorkeling in the Marine Protected Area, exploring the seabed off Punta Corone.

🎵 August 20 – Vernazza and Corniglia

For music lovers, a concert with Judit Neddermann and Pau Figueres, part of FIVE – Cinque Terre Music Festival.

🌿 August 21 – San Terenzo

An event dedicated to nature and the sea: “Story of a turtle that came from afar…”, departing from Marina di San Terenzo.

🚲 August 22 – Levanto and Cinque Terre

For outdoor lovers, a sunset e-bike tour from Levanto toward Legnaro and Monterosso. An original way to discover the Cinque Terre landscape away from the day’s heat.

🥾 August 23 – Vernazza

A trek through Mediterranean scrubland along the Corniglia–Vernazza trail.

🌅 August 24 – Riomaggiore and Manarola

A sunset tour exploring the traditions, history, and culture of the two easternmost Cinque Terre villages.

🌊 And for an evening with no events?

Even without a scheduled event, August is perfect for a stroll along the Lerici seafront, an aperitivo in Tellaro, dinner in San Terenzo, or an evening in Portovenere.

And of course, after a day exploring the area, La Spezia awaits with its restaurants, historic center, and lively waterfront.

From Downtown Blue Apartment, it’s easy to plan a different experience every day in the Gulf of Poets and the Cinque Terre