Portofino and Santa Margherita occupy neighbouring bays on the Ligurian coast. Portofino is tiny and celebrated, while Santa Margherita offers a larger, lived-in base with elegant waterfront architecture.
Experiencing the region
Private boats reveal hidden coves and the wider Gulf of Tigullio, while coastal paths connect viewpoints and villages above the sea.
Planning your stay
Using both towns intelligently avoids reducing the region to Portofino’s famous harbour. Genoa, Camogli and the Cinque Terre can extend a Ligurian journey.
