7The Hanbury Botanical Gardens, Liguria

Perched on the Mortola promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the Hanbury Botanical Gardens are a lush oasis of rare and exotic plants collected from around the world.

Established in the 19th century by Sir Thomas Hanbury, the gardens are a blend of English landscape and Mediterranean flora, offering a serene retreat with winding paths, ornamental ponds, and stunning sea views.