2Sestri Levante, Liguria
While the Cinque Terre burst with crowds, Sestri Levante remains refreshingly laid-back.
Its two bays—Baia del Silenzio (Bay of Silence) and Baia delle Favole (Bay of Fairy Tales)—offer glassy water and pastel charm without the chaos. It’s the Ligurian gem you’ll want to keep secret.
