La Spezia
Country: Italy · Region: Western Mediterranean · Currency: Euro
La Spezia is a beautiful coastal town in Liguria, northwestern Italy, serving as a cruise port with access to nearby Cinque Terre and mountain-blended seascapes. The city features bergamot-lined streets, well-maintained gardens, and a rich military heritage.
Top sights
Castello di San Giorgio, Centre of Modern and Contemporary Art (CAMeC), Naval Museum, Cattedrale di Cristo Re, Nostra Signora della Salute, Cinque Terre National Park
Things to do
- Castello di San Giorgio
- The oldest military building in the city with construction dating prior to the thirteenth century, featuring Genoese fortifications built to defend against Muslim raids.
- Centre of Modern and Contemporary Art (CAMeC)
- Museum showcasing modern and contemporary art in the city.
- Naval Museum
- Museum dedicated to naval history and maritime heritage.
- Cattedrale di Cristo Re
- Cathedral consecrated in 1975, representing modern religious architecture in the city.
Beaches
- La Spezia seafront
- Beautiful beaches next to the town with well-maintained gardens featuring unusual plants.
Where to eat
- Local Ligurian restaurants
- Establishments serving focaccia, pesto, pumpkin flowers stuffed, vegetable pies, sgabei, testaroli, and mescciüa soup.
Bars and nightlife
- Skaletta Rock Club
- Road House bar on Via Crispi featuring beer, rock music, pool and mini-foot tables.
Forecast for La Spezia
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Weather in La Spezia by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F | 40°F | 4.2 in | 11 |
| February | 54°F | 42°F | 4.7 in | 10 |
| March | 57°F | 44°F | 3.5 in | 11 |
| April | 62°F | 49°F | 3.2 in | 10 |
| May | 68°F | 56°F | 4.3 in | 13 |
| June | 76°F | 64°F | 2.6 in | 9 |
| July | 82°F | 68°F | 1.4 in | 5 |
| August | 82°F | 68°F | 2.5 in | 8 |
| September | 75°F | 62°F | 5.1 in | 10 |
| October | 68°F | 56°F | 8.2 in | 12 |
| November | 60°F | 48°F | 6.7 in | 13 |
| December | 54°F | 43°F | 5.2 in | 13 |
Getting around
La Spezia Centrale train station is 500 meters northwest of the town centre; local trains and walking are available for exploring the city.
What to eat
Local Ligurian specialties include focaccia, pesto, chickpea flour dishes, pumpkin flowers, and the traditional soup mescciüa made with legumes and cereals.
Tips
Book train tickets in advance if planning to visit the nearby spectacular Cinque Terre coastline via the trains that pass through the national park.
Best for
Coastal scenery, historic architecture, Cinque Terre access
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