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What to do in Rapallo
Rapallo combines seaside relaxation with town life: the waterfront promenade, the castle overlooking the water, the cable car to the Sanctuary of Montallegro and the historic cafés of Piazza Cavour. An excellent base for exploring Tigullio.
Guides & itineraries
EventsSaint Michael's Feast in RapalloOn 29 September Rapallo celebrates its patron with a solemn mass, procession and street stalls.Read EventsRapallo Literature PrizeThe historic literary prize dedicated to women writers returns to Rapallo in late September.Read EventsRapallo International TriathlonAthletes from across Europe compete in the gulf, on the Montallegro hills and along Rapallo's seafront.Read EventsEvents in Rapallo summer 2026: what not to missEvents in Rapallo summer 2026: International Festival, Montallegro fair, concerts and markets along the harbour.Read What to seeRapallo cable car to the Montallegro SanctuaryRapallo cable car to Montallegro: the first Italian cable car, hours, tickets, Sanctuary and descent trail.Read EventsWhite Night in RapalloOne summer night the centre of Rapallo stays open until dawn with concerts, markets and tastings.Read EventsRapallo Jazz FestivalFour nights of jazz with Rapallo's Castle on the Sea as a natural stage.Read EventsMadonna di Montallegro Festival in RapalloFrom 1 to 3 July Rapallo celebrates its patron saint with three nights of fireworks over the sea and the legendary final Sparata.Read What to seeThe seafront walk of Rapallo: what to seeSeafront walk in Rapallo: castle, Liberty villas, historic cafés and the best photo spots.Read EventsRapallo Summer RunningAn evening 10 km along Rapallo's seafront, open to runners of any level.Read What to seeWhat to see in Rapallo in one day: full itineraryOne-day itinerary in Rapallo: castle on the sea, seafront, Montallegro cable car and where to eat in Tigullio.Read What to seeWhat to do in Rapallo: 7 unmissable experiencesFrom the castle on the sea to the cable car to Montallegro: seven experiences not to miss in Rapallo.Read