Discovering a charming city by the sea
A Visit to Chiavari
A few kilometers from Sestri Levante is the picturesque town of Chiavari, situated on the beautiful sea of the Ligurian Riviera di Levante, a must-visit center characterized by an ancient history and enticing cultural landmarks.
Chiavari’s historic center keeps intact its authentic nuances of an ancient city: narrow, winding streets to visit while getting lost and finding yourself in front of colorful facades and flowered balconies. A main square embellished with a monumental fountain surrounded by traditional stores, restaurants and cafes, where you can taste local delicacies and shop inside the several artisans’ boutiques.
If you are a lover of art and architecture, you must visit the Cathedral Basilica Santuario di Nostra Signora dell’Orto, a majestic religious building dating back to the 12th century that features a combination of different styles, including Romanesque and Gothic, in perfect synthesis. Inside you can admire frescoes and artworks dating back to the medieval era.
Another of the city’s excellences is the waterfront promenade: the famous Corso Italia stretches along the beautiful beach and offers glimpses full of charm of the Ligurian Sea, the ideal place to take a leisurely stroll and meet the characteristic Art Nouveau baths that dot the coast.
The deeply artisanal tradition of the area is reflected in the rich production of furniture and furnishings, transforming Chiavari into one of the main points of reference for high-quality fine furnishings. Here you can find design finesse such as the “Chiavarina” the typical chair of the area with classic and elegant lines.
Visiting Chiavari offers unique naturalistic cues thanks to the surrounding vegetation and soft sandy beaches that fill up with tourists in the summertime. Free beaches and equipped bathing establishments chase each other along the coastline with different accommodation proposals that intercept every kind of taste.
A town to visit along with its surroundings for a day of good food, art and nature.
