Castle Viewpoint over the Harbour

Castello Brown (Portofino)

The view of Portofino that the piazzetta cannot give you

Via alla Penisola 13, 16034 Portofino (GE)
€ (Ticket required: see the official site)
The harbour of PortofinoNeighbourhood photo · The harbour of Portofino
Photo: Parma1983 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Main View
Portofino harbour and the Gulf of Tigullio

At a glance

What it is
Scenic viewpoint in the Portofino area
What you see
Portofino harbour and the Gulf of Tigullio
Good for
Quiet, for twoTerraces & viewpoints
Floor & Height
Castle Terrace
Orientation
Panoramic
Dress Code
Casual

Why go up to Castello Brown (Portofino)

Castello Brown (Portofino) is a scenic viewpoint in Liguria, in the Portofino area.

A castle on the ridge of the peninsula, a few minutes on foot above the harbour. Its own website calls it a viewpoint over Portofino and the Gulf of Tigullio, and that is the point: from the terrace and the garden the piazzetta, the yachts and the coast are all below you. Opening days change with the season and private events.

Features & Services

Romantic Atmosphere
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