Italy · 2026 itinerary
Chiavari 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Chiavari: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
18th-century baroque cathedral with a striking marble facade and a calm interior. Free to enter and spend time in.
🕐 Daily 7:00-12:00, 15:30-19:00
Free entry💡 Visit late afternoon when the light hits the columns inside. Quietest just after lunch.
Hotels near Chiavari Cathedral →Main square lined with distinctive porticoes typical of Chiavari. Great for people-watching and understanding local urban life.
🕐 Always open
Free entry💡 Best for a coffee at a bar under the arcades. Local shops often have small windows with artisan goods — look for the pasticceria.
Hotels near Piazza Roma and Arcades →Bar Rico · ££
Lord Nelson · ££
Deeper Into Chiavari
Seaside walkway stretching about 1.5 km along the beach. Benches, palm trees, and open views of the Ligurian Sea.
🕐 Always open
💡 Early morning or sunset for fewer crowds. Free public beach access at the eastern end near Via delle Grotte.
Hilltop public park with views over the gulf and surrounding hills. Wooded paths and a small ruined castle inside.
🕐 Daily 8:00-20:00 (summer), 8:00-17:00 (winter)
💡 Steep uphill walk but worth it for the panorama. Bring water. Picnic benches at the top.
La Cava
Al Cioso
Final Favourites & Departure
Small archaeology museum with finds from local Ligurian and Roman sites, including Iron Age burials and amphorae. Entry fee is €3.
💡 Go on Sunday mornings when it's quieter and the curator sometimes gives personal tours. Cash only.
Gran Cafè Defilla
I 4 Archi
Getting Around Chiavari
Catch bus 17 from outside the station towards Leivi. Get off at the 'Via Raggio / Ospedale Vecchio' stop. Single tickets work within the 75-minute validity window. Buy at tabacchi bars or the station kiosk.
Taxis line up outside the station. The hotel is only a 10-minute walk straight down Via Vittorio Veneto if you prefer to skip the fare. For local trips around town, call Radio Taxi Chiavari on 0185 321300—they speak limited English but are reliable.
Book through the airport's official taxi desk to avoid haggling. The fare is fixed, and drivers will drop you right at the hotel door on Via E. Raggio.
Catch the bus from Genoa Airport to Brignole station (Volabus, €6). The train runs along the coast, so sit on the right for sea views. Buy tickets at the machine before boarding—validate them in the yellow box on the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Chiavari?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Chiavari Cathedral and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Chiavari?
See our full best time to visit Chiavari guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Lord Nelson, Ristorante Hotel dell'Orto, San Pietro. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.