A guide to Corniglia: The quiet heart of Italy’s Cinque Terre ontheluce.com

A guide to visiting Corniglia, the quiet village at the heart of the Cinque Terre in Northern Italy. Discover the best things to do in Corniglia, from walks to wine tastings, as well as where to stay, eat and drink.

Italy’s Cinque Terre is a bit like a beauty pageant, with one village after another competing to have the most charming backstreets, cutest pastel buildings and most spectacular views. Just when you think you’ve found the best, another one comes along and blows you away. But like real-life beauty queens, each of the five villages has different charms.

Some are showy and others more subtle – like Corniglia. It might not have Monterosso’s beach or Riomaggiore’s colourful harbour, but it has its own understated beauty, which is why we chose it as our base in the Cinque Terre. So whether you’re staying there or just visiting for the day, here’s our guide to what to do, where to stay and eat in Corniglia.