Sestri Levante sits on a small peninsula between two bays, the Baia del Silenzio and the Baia delle Favole, and is known for pastel houses, beaches and fairy-tale associations.
Sestri Levante lies about 52 km from Genoa, around 50-60 minutes by regional train for EUR 6.20 (~$7). The old town occupies a narrow isthmus between two bays and is a good beach day trip with an easy train return.
| Distance | 52 km southeast of Genoa |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 50-60 minutes by train |
| Getting there | Train (Trenitalia Regionale from Genova Brignole or Piazza Principe to Sestri Levante, about 50-60 minutes, EUR 6.20 (~$7)) |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Via XXV Aprile, 16039 Sestri Levante GE, Italy |
How to get there
- Mode
- Train
- Duration
- 50-60 minutes
- Cost
- EUR 6.20 (~$7)
- Notes
- Roughly every 30 minutes; the station is a short walk from the two bays
- Mode
- Car
- Duration
- About 50 minutes
- Notes
- A12 motorway exit Sestri Levante; parking is paid and fills in summer
Suggested itinerary
- Arrive mid-morning, walk through the old town to the Baia del Silenzio, swim or rest on the beach, lunch in town and walk to the Grand Hotel dei Castelli headland for views before an evening train back.
Location
Via XXV Aprile, 16039 Sestri Levante GE, Italy
44.2720, 9.3950 View on map
Highlights
- Baia del Silenzio
- Baia delle Favole and the promenade
- Old town on Via XXV Aprile
- Punta Manara walk
- Gateway to the Cinque Terre line
Tips for visiting
- Beaches are mostly sand and shingle and umbrellas are charged by the day
- The trains back to Genoa are frequent but crowded on summer evenings
- The town is a good base for Cinque Terre trains
When to visit
Late spring and early autumn.
Accessibility
The promenade and old town are largely flat; the headland path is steep.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train to Sestri Levante?
About 50-60 minutes on a Trenitalia regional train from Genoa Brignole or Principe.
Is Sestri Levante good for swimming?
Yes, both bays have beaches; the Baia del Silenzio is sheltered and popular.