La Spezia Historic Centre Travel Guide
La Spezia
Visit La Spezia Historic Centre
Popular places to visit
Castello San Giorgio
Learn more about La Spezia’s past through the fascinating artifacts and relics in the collection in this museum located inside a historic castle.
Cattedrale di Cristo Re
Admire the striking modern design of this cathedral. Its hilltop location ensures you will also enjoy stunning views of the Gulf of La Spezia.
Museo Civico Etnografico Giovanni Podenzana
Gain insight into the culture and traditions of the rural communities of the historic Lunigiana territory at this fascinating museum.
Piazza Garibaldi
Learn about the local history of La Spezia with a stop at Piazza Garibaldi. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Il Faro
You can enjoy retail therapy at Il Faro during your stay in La Spezia. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out its hiking trails.
Church of Nostra Signora della Neve
After visiting Church of Nostra Signora della Neve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Spezia. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
Cinque Terre Hiking Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port
From La Spezia: Pisa, with optional Leaning Tower and Cinque Terre
Cinque Terre Hiking Tour From La Spezia Train Station
La Spezia: Guided Tour of Florence & Pisa with Bus Transfer
Top hotels in La Spezia Historic Centre
Hotel Firenze E Continentale
Friendly staff, clean room and easy to train station
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
The Poet Hotel
The breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Affittacamere Casa Danè
All good
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
CDH Hotel La Spezia
The check in was efficient and staff very kind. Breakfast was a huge buffet of foods. The room clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
AllegroItalia La Spezia
Staff, clean room
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
NH La Spezia
Staff are super friendly. Breakfast is great, even the coffee isn’t too bad. Rooms are on the smaller side and the Gym is unfortunately low on weights. Just some more dumbbells over 10kg would make a world of difference
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
