How Portofino tours differ
Most Portofino tours are built from three parts: a boat, a walk and a visit to a sight. Boats depend on the season and the sea. Walks depend on which park paths are open. Sights have their own opening hours and tickets.
Excursion offers use the same links and boats. A tour from Genoa, for example, runs on set days only, and a boat to San Fruttuoso can stop when the weather turns. Check the date, the departure point and what the price covers before you book.
If you would rather have a guide or a boat to yourselves, see our guide to a Portofino private tour.
Our picks: tours around Portofino
The Genoa boat trip and the boat from Rapallo cover the coast from the water, while the kayak and snorkelling trips suit active days. The guided day with Santa Margherita starts in La Spezia, so pick it only if you are based there.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide and Viator. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Guided day: Santa Margherita and Portofino
- Guided tour of both towns
- Ferry tickets
Eight hours with a local guide in Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino. It starts in La Spezia, so the ride there is yours; train tickets and meals cost extra.
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Boat tour to Portofino, San Fruttuoso and Camogli
- Captain and boat
- Snorkelling equipment
- Drinking water
Five hours with a captain on a boat with a sundeck and shade, calling at three places along the coast. Bring a towel and food, as neither is provided.
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Sunset boat tour with aperitif
- Sunset view
- Music on board
- All fees and taxes
A 90-minute evening boat trip with shade and a sunbathing area on board, timed for the sunset. Fees and taxes are included.
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Sea kayak tour to Portofino
- Sea kayak and paddle
- Local guide
- Life vest and wetsuit
An easy paddle of 1.5 to 2.5 hours along the coast with a local guide. Snorkelling is optional, so ask before booking what gear is on offer.
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Guided snorkelling in Paraggi Bay
- Local guide
- Mask, snorkel and fins
- Wetsuit
One hour in the water with a local guide, with a full set of gear including fins and wetsuit. The trip covers Paraggi Bay, not the Christ of the Abyss.
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Boat trip from Genoa to Portofino with free time
- Boat from Genoa to Portofino
- Two hours free time
A five-hour boat day that starts in Genoa, not in Portofino, with two hours of free time in the village. A low-cost way to see the coast from the water.
Check availability →Portofino tours and day trips
Boat trips, walks and Riviera excursions, with live prices and availability.
Portofino tour options compared
2026 examples for adults. Each row is one way to see the coast.
| Option | Time | Cost | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walk to Castello Brown and the lighthouse viewpoint | About 30 minutes | €10 for the castle | Tickets only at the entrance |
| Park walk, Portofino to San Fruttuoso | About 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes one way | – | 4.3 km, about 250 m up and down |
| Boat, Camogli to San Fruttuoso | About 30 minutes | €11 one way, €17 return | Winter days with no service |
| Boat, Santa Margherita via Portofino to San Fruttuoso | – | €24 return | 2026 fare |
| Boat from Genoa to Portofino | Out 10:45, back 14:15 | €29 for adults | Set days only, no stop at San Fruttuoso |
| Boat to the Cinque Terre from Santa Margherita or Rapallo | – | €47 return | Daily service not guaranteed |
For most visitors, a good pair is the boat from Camogli to San Fruttuoso and a walk back along the coast on the open paths, or the reverse. If you only have a morning, stay in the village and walk to the castle.
Tour types in detail
What each one involves.
Boat trips
Seasonal lines connect Camogli, Punta Chiappa, Portofino and San Fruttuoso. A Genoa excursion needs a reservation, and you check in 30 minutes before departure.
Portofino boat tours →Walks in the park
The park walk is graded E, for walkers with some experience. It is not a flat promenade. The Passo del Bacio and the Via dei Tubi stay closed in 2026.
Hiking in Portofino Park →The abbey of San Fruttuoso
Entry to the abbey is €10 in 2026 and is not part of the boat fare. The abbey closes when the boats from Camogli cannot run.
San Fruttuoso →Day tours to the Cinque Terre and Genoa
Both can be done by train from Santa Margherita. Plan a full day for the Cinque Terre.
Day trips from Portofino →Tours from Florence
Florence is far from the coast. Read how the journey works before you book a day tour.
Portofino from Florence →What to check before you book
The wording matters more than the price.
Date and departure point
The same product may leave from different harbours on different days. Make sure the meeting point is the one you can reach.
Weather and sea
Boats can be cancelled by weather. If the sea stops the boats to San Fruttuoso, the abbey stays closed as well.
What the price covers
The boat fare does not include the abbey, and the castle ticket covers the park and the castle only. Group prices are not prices per person.
The walk back
If you plan to return on foot, leave time before dark. The last boat back is set by the timetable of the day, so check it on the spot.
Plan the rest of your trip
Pages that fit a tour.
Portofino tours: frequently asked questions
What is the best Portofino tour?
It depends on the season and how much you want to walk. A boat to San Fruttuoso suits most visitors. A walk to the castle suits a short stay.
How much do Portofino tours cost?
The examples above run from €10 for the castle to €47 return for the boat to the Cinque Terre. These are 2026 adult fares for single options, so check the price for your date.
Do I need to book in advance?
The Genoa excursion needs a reservation. The castle sells tickets at the door only. For other trips, check availability for your date.
Can I take a tour from Portofino to the Cinque Terre?
The boat to the Cinque Terre leaves from Santa Margherita or Rapallo, and a daily service is not guaranteed. By train, an example connection takes 1 hour 21 minutes from Santa Margherita to La Spezia.
Do tours run in winter?
Fewer boats run in winter, with no service on Mondays in November and December. Check the timetable for your date.