Long defined by its maritime trade and local fishing fleets, Sestri Levante occupies a striking promontory on the Ligurian Sea. Known in antiquity as Segesta Tigulliorum, the municipality is home to 18,172 residents and physically splits into a distinct old center and a modern district.
Located 25 miles southeast of Genoa, the town has transitioned into a highly popular coastal retreat for domestic vacationers. While international crowds often prioritize nearby Portofino or the Cinque Terre, this former fishing village holds its own on the Italian Riviera, offering a practical alternative to its famous neighbors.
Near Sestri Levante
The closest destinations covered by our editors, with straight-line distance.
