On my trip to Cinque Terre, I explored the charming villages of Vernazza, Manarola, and Riomaggiore—skipping Monterosso and Corniglia. I stayed in Levanto for two nights and took the train to La ...

La Spezia and the Cinque Terre are well supplied with cashpoint machines and exchange offices. In an emergency dial 118 (ambulance), 115 (fire brigade) or 112/113 (police).

La Spezia’s railway station is off Via Fiume, 1.5 miles (2.4km) west of the Molo. A taxi is advisable, as the walk is along bland, modern streets. Can I walk to places of interest?