{"id":4310,"date":"2013-06-24T11:22:06","date_gmt":"2013-06-24T10:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/walks.friday.ie\/?p=4310"},"modified":"2025-09-24T14:49:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T13:49:59","slug":"ventimiglia-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy","title":{"rendered":"Ventimiglia, Italy: 8 Surprising Facts About this Gem of the Italian Riviera"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ventimiglia, Italy, is the last town in the Italian Riviera before hitting the French border, and is one of our favorite destinations in northern Italy. With its fascinating history, beautiful beaches, open-air markets, and gorgeous gardens, Ventimiglia is a gem of the Ligurian coastline.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"591\" height=\"325\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4380 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Map-of-liguria-map-en-wiki.gif\" alt=\"Italian riviera map\" \/>\n<p>It also couldn&#8217;t be more convenient. It takes about two hours to drive to Ventimiglia from Genoa, or two and a half hours on the train. If you go by car, here&#8217;s a tip:\u00a0Keep your eye out for road signs that say &#8220;x.x. miglia&#8221;\u2014that means &#8220;Ventimiglia&#8221;!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#Fascinating_facts_about_Ventimiglia_Italy\" >Fascinating facts about Ventimiglia, Italy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#The_name_%E2%80%9CVentimiglia%E2%80%9D_doesn%C2%B4t_come_from_where_you_might_think%E2%80%A6\" >The name &#8220;Ventimiglia&#8221; doesn\u00b4t come from where you might think&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#To_explore_the_old_town_go_up%E2%80%A6\" >To explore the old town, go up&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#Friday_means_shopping%E2%80%A6\" >Friday means shopping&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#The_spot_for_the_best_beaches_in_Liguria%E2%80%A6\" >The spot for the best beaches in Liguria&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#Home_to_one_of_the_Italy%C2%B4s_most_important_libraries%E2%80%A6\" >Home to one of the Italy\u00b4s most important libraries&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#A_12th-century_castle_that_inspired_Monet%E2%80%A6\" >A 12th-century castle that inspired Monet&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#Be_bombarded_with_flowers_literally%E2%80%A6\" >Be bombarded with flowers, literally&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#In_Ventimiglia_your_ravioli_might_be_served_cold%E2%80%A6\" >In Ventimiglia, your ravioli might be served cold&#8230;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#FAQ_about_Visiting_Ventimiglia_Italy\" >FAQ about Visiting Ventimiglia, Italy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#How_do_you_get_to_Ventimiglia_from_France\" >How do you get to Ventimiglia from France?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#Is_Ventimiglia_expensive_compared_to_other_towns_on_the_Italian_Riviera\" >Is Ventimiglia expensive compared to other towns on the Italian Riviera?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Ventimiglia\" >When is the best time to visit Ventimiglia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/ventimiglia-italy\/#Can_you_visit_Ventimiglia_as_a_day_trip\" >Can you visit Ventimiglia as a day trip?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fascinating_facts_about_Ventimiglia_Italy\"><\/span>Fascinating facts about Ventimiglia, Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are eight facts you didn&#8217;t know about this gorgeous town on the Italian Riviera (along with reasons why you should plan your trip there&#8230; now!).<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4313\" style=\"width: 317px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/640px-Ventimiglia_082005.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4313\" class=\"wp-image-4313 \" src=\"http:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/640px-Ventimiglia_082005.jpg\" alt=\"Ventimiglia in Liguria Italy\" width=\"307\" height=\"230\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-4313\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ventimiglia Alta. Photo by Clenpat (Wikicommons)<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_name_%E2%80%9CVentimiglia%E2%80%9D_doesn%C2%B4t_come_from_where_you_might_think%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>The name &#8220;Ventimiglia&#8221; doesn\u00b4t come from where you might think&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Thought the name came from the phrase for &#8220;20 miles&#8221; (<em>venti miglia<\/em>) in Italian?\u00a0We did, too. But nope. Turns out, the name derives from ancient Ligurian dialect &#8220;Albium Intemelium&#8221;, meaning capital city of the\u00a0Intemelii (Ligurian coast).<\/p>\n<div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_explore_the_old_town_go_up%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>To explore the old town, go up&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Roia River divides Ventimiglia into two sections: new and old. City walls encircle the old part of the city, which, because it&#8217;s up on a hill, is called Ventimiglia Alta. So if you want to see some of the town&#8217;s most historic gems\u2014including ancient ruins and churches dating back to the 10th century\u2014then you have to go&#8230; up! Bonus: You also get picture-perfect views\u00a0of the Ligurian sea.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Friday_means_shopping%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Friday means shopping&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shopaholics, rejoice: In Ventimiglia, not only do you have an open-air market, but it&#8217;s in the most picturesque spot possible\u2014on the extensive\u00a0<em>lungomare\u00a0<\/em>(boardwalk). On Friday, the boardwalk is lined\u00a0with open-air stands offering deals on handmade clothing, leather goods, furniture, produce, freshly caught fish, Italian food specialities, wine, and, of course, flowers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4316\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4316\" class=\" wp-image-4316 size-full\" title=\"Shopping in Ventimiglia Liguria Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/640px-Marche_de_Vintimille.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4316\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Friday Market (Patrick Rouzet, wikicommons)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Can&#8217;t make it on Friday? Not a problem! Many of the same products can be found at a more limited market along the same promenade\u00a0every day of the week except Sunday.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_spot_for_the_best_beaches_in_Liguria%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>The spot for the best beaches in Liguria&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Want to hit the beach? Ventimiglia offers two breathtaking beaches right near the city center. The\u00a0<em>Spiaggia dei\u00a0Balzi Rossi<\/em> (&#8220;Beach of the Red Jumps&#8221;), surrounded by red cliffs and wild plants and flowers, is actually part of an archaeological site. Definitely not your typical beach! For a more traditional alternative,\u00a0<em>Spiaggia delle Calandre\u00a0<\/em>is ideal for long walks&#8230; and, of course, admiring (or enjoying) the turquoise water. Don&#8217;t forget your board, since surf&#8217;s up on breezy days!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4315\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4315\" class=\" wp-image-4315 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/8680970533_69580df35b_z.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful beach in Italy near Ventimiglia\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4315\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Some of the best beaches in Italy are near Ventimiglia!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If this is just wetting your appetite for a cheeky trip to the Italian Riviera, then read more about the\u00a0 \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/italian-riviera-towns\">The 7 Best Italian Riviera Towns<\/a>\u201d.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Home_to_one_of_the_Italy%C2%B4s_most_important_libraries%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Home to one of the Italy\u00b4s most important libraries&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s not all beaches and promenades in Ventimiglia. The medieval town also is home to the <a href=\"http:\/\/Biblioteca Civica Aprosiana\" target=\"_blank\">Biblioteca Civica Aprosiana<\/a>. A must-see for any bibliophile,\u00a0this huge public library, founded by the writer and Augustan monk Angelico Aprosio in 1648, is one of the oldest in Italy. And it houses the country&#8217;s 2nd-largest collection of manuscripts and books from the 17th century.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"550\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-23969\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/libri-ventimiglia.jpg\" alt=\"Biblioteca Civica Aprosiana\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/libri-ventimiglia.jpg 775w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/libri-ventimiglia-768x545.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/>\n<p>And, just like Ventimiglia, the library is divided in two! The historic collection is in Ventimiglia Alta. A more modern collection can be found in the city center. Best of all, both are open to the public every day of the week except Sunday.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_12th-century_castle_that_inspired_Monet%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>A 12th-century castle that inspired Monet&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Located about fifteen minutes from Ventimiglia, this castle has been standing since 1177.\u00a0Sometimes referred to as Castello di Doria, after the royal family it belonged to, the castle and its tiny village is so picturesque, it inspired the famous Impressionist painter Claude Monet.\u00a0Two of his masterpieces feature the scene!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4318\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4318\" class=\"wp-image-4318 size-full\" title=\"Castle in Liguria, Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/640px-Dolceacqua34_-_Il_castello_dei_Doria.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4318\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Castello di Dolceacqua, Photo Credit: Wikicommons Dongio<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_bombarded_with_flowers_literally%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Be bombarded with flowers, literally&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Local flower-lovers prepare year-round for the\u00a0<em>Battaglia di Fiori,\u00a0<\/em>or\u00a0Battle of the Flowers, held every June.\u00a0After all, Ventimiglia is located on the\u00a0<i>Riviera dei Fiori<\/i>\u00a0(Riviera of Flowers)!\u00a0The main attraction of the two-day event is the fabulous, themed parade, filled with lavish floats and dancers.<\/p>\n<p>Want to watch? Be prepared to be bombarded with flowers of all different colors. (And know that you&#8217;re in good company, since past participants have included Alfred Hitchcock and Cary Grant!).<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23973\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23973\" class=\"wp-image-23973 size-full\" title=\"Gardens in Liguria Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Battaglia-di-Fiori.webp\" alt=\"Battaglia di Fiori - one of the floats at the annual flower festival in Ventimiglia in June \" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Battaglia-di-Fiori.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Battaglia-di-Fiori-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23973\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Don\u00b4t miss the Battaglia di Fiori &#8211; the annual flower festival in Ventimiglia in June. Photo Credit: Il Secolo XIX<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Not going to be there for the festival? You can still get your fill of flowers. Head to Hanbury Gardens, just a short drive from Ventimiglia&#8217;s city center. Founded by Sir Thomas Hanbury in the late 1800s, it boasts 2,500 types of Mediterranean plants and flowers\u2014plus a breathtaking view.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Ventimiglia_your_ravioli_might_be_served_cold%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>In Ventimiglia, your ravioli might be served cold&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As we&#8217;ve said time and time again, food in Italy is extremely regional. So it&#8217;s no surprise that the cuisine of Ventimiglia is unique!\u00a0Local\u00a0specialties include <em>ba<\/em><em>rbagiuai,<\/em> a crispy butternut squash and cheese ravioli. In a twist on the usual way ravioli is served, <em>barbagiuai<\/em>\u00a0can be eaten either hot or cold.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4320\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4320\" class=\"wp-image-4320 size-full\" title=\"Traditional dishes of Liguria Italy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/640px-Barbaguiai.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4320\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Taste this Ravioli with a twist &#8211; Barbagiuai is served cold and crispy. Photo Credit: Wkicommons<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em>Piscialandrea<\/em>, a deep-dish focaccia topped with tomato sauce, anchovies, olive and garlic, makes for a flavorful midday snack. If you&#8217;re looking for seafood, of course, there&#8217;s no end of options; many dishes served in Ventimiglia Italy, include fresh-caught fish.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1360\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1764\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/DSC_0362-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/DSC_0362-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/DSC_0362-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/12\/DSC_0362-1536x1020.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"157\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_about_Visiting_Ventimiglia_Italy\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"155\">FAQ about Visiting Ventimiglia, Italy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"406\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_to_Ventimiglia_from_France\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"208\">How do you get to Ventimiglia from France?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"406\">Ventimiglia is the first Italian town after the French border, making it easy to reach from Menton or Nice. Regular trains run along the coast, with journeys from Nice taking less than an hour.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"681\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Ventimiglia_expensive_compared_to_other_towns_on_the_Italian_Riviera\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"487\">Is Ventimiglia expensive compared to other towns on the Italian Riviera?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"681\">Ventimiglia is generally more affordable than nearby resort towns like Sanremo or Portofino. Prices at restaurants, markets, and hotels tend to be lower, making it a budget-friendly choice.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"921\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Ventimiglia\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"733\">When is the best time to visit Ventimiglia?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"921\">Spring and early summer are ideal, especially June when the Battaglia di Fiori festival takes place. For a quieter experience, September offers warm weather without the summer crowds.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1196\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_visit_Ventimiglia_as_a_day_trip\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"970\">Can you visit Ventimiglia as a day trip?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1196\">Yes, many travelers visit Ventimiglia on a day trip from Nice, Monaco, or Genoa. However, with its beaches, gardens, historic old town, and food culture, staying overnight gives you more time to explore at a relaxed pace, and sample the delicious wine as the sunsets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1196\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21754\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Make-your-Wine-tasting-in-Milan-.jpg\" alt=\"A man pouring white wine into a glass in front of three more glasses filled with red.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Make-your-Wine-tasting-in-Milan-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Make-your-Wine-tasting-in-Milan--768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"538\">For more details about taking a trip to Italy, for ideas about the best places to go, and for an exceptional choice of guided tours, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\">have a look<\/a> at what &#8220;Walks of Italy&#8221; has to offer you.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1196\">\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ventimiglia, Italy, is the last town in the Italian Riviera before hitting the French border, and is one of our favorite destinations in northern Italy. With its fascinating history, beautiful beaches, open-air markets, and gorgeous gardens, Ventimiglia is a gem of the Ligurian coastline. It also couldn&#8217;t be more convenient. 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