When Portofino comes to mind, images of yachts, designer bags, luxurious villas, and all the extravagance flood your thoughts. Portofino is indeed a haven for the affluent, exuding both beauty and charm that possess an enchanting allure.
This past summer I did a little day trip to Portofino. I drove 3 hours from Lake Como, along the way I stopped in San Rocco and San Fruttuoso, both towns on the other side of Portofino.
I can go more in-depth in another post about those spots, but let's dive into Portofino.
In this mini-guide, I will go over:
The iconic swim spot that everyone goes to
How to get to Portofino
Where I ate
Everything I experienced when I was there
Parking in Portofino
Must-try dishes in Portofino
Activities
Where to stay
The Iconic Swim Spot
There is a famous spot that I have seen ALL over the internet in Portofino where people like to swim. The sea is bright blue and transparent, and it overlooks the gorgeous Italian villas. Here is what it looks like and here is how to get there:
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