Now that travel has been opening back up I have a number of friends heading to Italy and one asked for recommendations today. I have been to the beautiful Mediterranean country a few times but 2020 was my first trip to Portofino. While Portofino may be described as a “sleepy fishing village” but it really is one of the most Instagrammable places i have ever been. During our Italian road trip last year we spent an afternoon in the gorgeous town on our journey from Lake Como to Cinque Terre.
It has a population of only 400 and Trip Advisor does not even have 10 things they suggest to do but that’s not the point – see the harbour, go shopping, eat something, and take in the view. Take a look:
From the harbour we headed around to the right on a path that leads from the Piazzetta to Castello Brown. The Castello is not quite what I would define as a castle but it is a 16th-century fortress and museum. The art was limited but the panoramic views of Portofino town are well worth the €5 entrance fee. On the day we visited my DSLR was having issues but I think I was still able to get some gorgeous shots of the Ligurian Sea.
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Michelle says
Magical place and in so many movies.
Molly says
Spent the weekend with the boyfriend going over our travel bucket lists and as usual, I pulled up your numerous travel spots.
This one certainly made the top as well as a few others. Girl, you really do get around.
We aspire to travel as much as you do when our budget allows us.
Aimee says
It is such a quaint and romantic little spot tucked away from the world. I have not been there since I was a teenager.
What a waste. Need to get my boyfriend over there and maybe the romantic setting will spark something in him. HINT HINT!!
Bruce says
Oh I want to go right now.
Seriously you should write and take photos for a travel magazine. The angles of your shots and the perspective is fantastic.
I always get such serious wanderlust when I read and see your travel posts. Keep them coming.