Take the Montallegro Cable Car
Town Center 2 hrs
Enjoy panoramic views of the Ligurian coast from the sanctuary.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Italian and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Waterfront Promenade
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not mandatory, rounding up appreciated.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pesto Genovese
Focaccia
Trofie al Pesto
Farinata
When to visit Rapallo
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, some rain
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Feb35
Chilly, improving
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Mar50
Cool, spring blooms
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Apr70
Mild, pleasant
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May85
Warm, ideal
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Jun90
Hot, sunny
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Jul95
Very hot, peak
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Aug90
Hot, busy
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant
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Oct60
Mild, some rain
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Nov40
Cool, rainy
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Dec30
Cold, festive
Things to do in Rapallo
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Day Trip to Portofino or Santa Margherita Ligure
Port 4 hrs
Take a scenic boat ride to nearby picturesque towns.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Stroll the Lungomare Vittorio Veneto
Waterfront 1.5 hrs
Walk along the vibrant promenade, enjoy sea views and local life.
Relax at a Beach Club
Waterfront 3 hrs
Unwind on a sun lounger at one of Rapallo's lidos.
Best in the evening
1 place
Enjoy Ligurian Cuisine
Any 2 hrs
Savor fresh seafood, pesto, and focaccia at a local trattoria.
Any time of day
2 places
Visit Rapallo Castle
Waterfront 1.5 hrs
Explore the iconic 16th-century fortress on the sea.
Explore Rapallo's Historic Center
Centro Storico 2 hrs
Wander through narrow alleys, discover charming shops and architecture.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Rapallo
Straight-line distance from the centre of Rapallo.
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