Cinque TerrevsPositano
Can't decide between Cinque Terre and Positano? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Cinque Terre
Cinque Terre is a string of five colorful fishing villages clinging to the rugged Italian Riviera coastline. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers stunning coastal hikes, vibrant pastel houses, fresh seafood, and the famous local wine. Car-free villages connected by trains and hiking trails create an unforgettable Mediterranean escape.
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Positano
Positano is the jewel of the Amalfi Coast, a vertical village of pastel houses cascading down dramatic cliffs to the Mediterranean. This glamorous retreat offers chic boutiques, cliffside restaurants, pebble beaches, and dolce vita at its finest. It's where style meets stunning natural beauty.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Cinque Terre offers Blue Trail (Sentiero Azzurro), Monterosso Beach, Vernazza Harbor
Positano offers Spiaggia Grande Beach, Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Path of the Gods Hike
Food & Dining
Cinque Terre is famous for its local dining scene
Positano is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Cinque Terre offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Positano offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
April to May, September to October
May to June, September to October
Weather
Summer: 28°C, Winter: 10°C
Summer: 28°C, Winter: 12°C
Top Attractions in Cinque Terre
- 1Blue Trail (Sentiero Azzurro)
- 2Monterosso Beach
- 3Vernazza Harbor
- 4Manarola Sunset Views
- 5Riomaggiore
- 6Local Pesto & Seafood
Top Attractions in Positano
- 1Spiaggia Grande Beach
- 2Church of Santa Maria Assunta
- 3Path of the Gods Hike
- 4Fornillo Beach
- 5Sunset Boat Tours
- 6Shopping on Via dei Mulini
Cinque Terre is Popular With
Positano is Popular With
Joyas Ocultas
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Joyas Ocultas en Cinque Terre
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San Bernardino Church & Vineyard Walk (Manarola)
A quiet, elevated church with a terrace, accessed by a beautiful path winding through the upper vineyards of Manarola.
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Guvano Beach
A secluded, clothing-optional beach located in a hidden cove between Corniglia and Vernazha, accessible only via an old railway tunnel or by boat.
Joyas Ocultas en Positano
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Laurito Beach
A small, secluded pebble beach only accessible by a steep footpath from Via Laurito or by the complimentary shuttle boat from Da Adolfo restaurant.
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The Roman Archaeological Site (Villa Romana)
The submerged ruins of a 1st-century Roman villa located beneath the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, visible through glass panels in the church's crypt.
Barrios para Explorar
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Mejores Zonas en Cinque Terre
Riomaggiore
The southernmost and often first-impression village, Riomaggiore is dramatic and vibrant.
Manarola
Arguably the most photographed village, Manarola is postcard-perfect.
Mejores Zonas en Positano
Spiaggia Grande & The Waterfront
The vibrant, beating heart of Positano, centered around its famous pebble beach and bustling marina.
Via dei Mulini & The Shopping District
The main commercial artery climbing up from the beach, a chic corridor of fashion boutiques, artisan shops, and elegant cafes.
Comparación de Presupuesto
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Our Verdict
Both Cinque Terre and Positano are incredible destinations. Cinque Terre excels in colorful villages and coastal hiking, while Positano stands out for vertical village and Amalfi Coast.
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