La Spezia Cruise Port Guide
Photos: William Domenichini (CC BY-SA 3.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Stefano Benesperi, mario parodi · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Italy
- Region:
- Western Mediterranean
- Coordinates:
- 44.1080° N, 9.8289° E
About La Spezia
La Spezia is a city and municipality at the head of the Gulf of La Spezia in the eastern part of the region of Liguria in Italy, the capital of the Province of La Spezia. With a population of 92,711, it is the 2nd-largest municipality in Liguria and the 52-largest in Italy.
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Things to do in La Spezia on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Max Silantev · via Google Maps Nature reserve
Parco Naturale Regionale di Porto Venere
4.7 (9,810) 7.3 km from port
Rugged island reserve with hiking trails, village restaurants & the remains of a 19th-century fort.
Near: Locanda Lorena (117 m) · Stabilimento Balneare Civili Marina Militare (286 m)
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “This is a definitely spot to add when visiting the Cinque terre. Beautiful history, scenery as well as easy to…” — Patcha Patel
- 5 · “Some really amazing climbing routes here. Well worth a visit. Some of the 5s are a little polished but a…” — Sascha Kunze
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Photo: Lee · via Google Maps Castle
Castello San Giorgio
4.4 (3,337) 0.6 km from port
14th-century hilltop castle with exhibits of sculptures & other artifacts, plus town & port views.
Near: Parco delle Clarisse (12 m) · Le Clarisse di Apolline (31 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “An amazing place , filled with interesting artifacts, and the castle itself is a wonder to explore. Head to it…” — Leon
- 5 · “Very good and interesting place, when you are in La Spezia you should definitely give it a visit, great view…” — Julia Holl
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Photo: Gyfu · via Google Maps Garden
Giardini Pubblici
4.2 (2,738) 0.7 km from port
Near: Via Chiodo (79 m) · Monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi (81 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Not a showstopper, but a pleasant pause. Think old-school charm, scattered statues, and leafy corners perfect for a breather between…” — Nat Blanche
- 5 · “Nice place to visit with children's, The big play keeps them busy” — Arya Avni Pandit
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Photo: STEFANO F · via Google Maps Museum
Naval Technical Museum La Spezia
4.5 (2,366) 1.0 km from port
Small naval history museum showcasing cannons, guns & other artillery, plus model ships.
Near: Arsenale Militare Marittimo di La Spezia (25 m) · Piazza Chiodo (83 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed
- 5 · “Fantastic little museum full of interesting items, and very informative. For the sheer amount of exhibits they have the price…” — John Scott
- 5 · “We had a fantastic time in the Museum and there is lots to see about all old ships and New…” — Lester Watts
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Park and Garden
Parco Salvador Allende
4.5 (256) 0.6 km from port
Near: Biglietteria La Spezia (92 m) · Giardini Pubblici (111 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Nice playground for kids” — Danijel Korošec
- 5 · “Very nice and spacious park in the city center of La Spezia. When I visited there was some kind of…” — Fekete Márk
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Tourist attraction
Ponte Thaon di Revel
4.6 (221) 0.8 km from port
Near: Chiosco delle Palme (29 m) · Biglietteria La Spezia (53 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “This harbour is a must visit in La Spezia, especially during sunset. Gorgeous views!” — Fekete Márk
- 5 · “Easy walk, great photo ops. Working marina on one side sailboats and yachts on the other.” — Patrick Coffren
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Tourist attraction
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
4.2 (207) 0.4 km from port
Near: Autoscuola Ligure (34 m) · La Terrazza (34 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Great & Scenic square! Here all the youth of La Spezia meets up to have a drink, a croissant, etc.…” — Paul Vivas
- 5 · “Beautiful centre.” — Theo van 't Hert
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City Park
Parco delle Mura
4.5 (111) 0.2 km from port
Near: Automobile Club d'Italia (134 m) · Cathedral of Christ the King (148 m)
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Easy hiking along the ancient city walls recently restored, panoramic views” — Ivan Spunto
- 4 · “Remains of old city walls in the park.” — Henri Salmi (Henkka)
Map of La Spezia and nearby attractions
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