Things to do in  Portofino

Chic retreat for the international jet set, Portofino charms with its sea views and pocket-sized harbor. Technicolor former fishermen’s houses today host exclusive boutiques and restaurants with al fresco tables overlooking the protected waters of the surrounding marine reserve. Travelers explore the town and surrounding promontory on foot as far as San Fruttuoso or set off to skirt the coastline between Portofino and Santa Margarita by kayak, stand-up paddleboard, or boat—often stopping to swim and snorkel in the pristine Paraggi Bay.