Church of San Giorgio
Church of San Giorgio
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drprincesskaren
Heathsville, VA54 contributions
June 2023
Well worth the walk up the hill and steps. Spectacular views of the coast and a very nice church in a great setting. When leaving the church you can walk up to the Castel or you can start your walk back to the city and take a small detour down the stairs to your right to end up in the park/garden.
Written 6 July 2023
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Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,677 contributions
Sept 2021 • Friends
Nice viewing point especially since the Castello was closed for a private event when we were there. Go a little to the right in direction of the cemetary for the best views. When we were there, they were filming an old movie in front of the church. Interesting situation to observe how the director was working with the actors.
Written 16 September 2021
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HarrietGreensboro_NC
Greensboro, NC1 contribution
Being a somewhat frail octogenarian, I had something of a problem climbing up, but the resulting view was worth the effort. The cemetery does not show up well in this picture. It was absolutely covered with flowers - orchids and cyclamen - one of the prettiest sights I have ever seen - and looking our over the Mediterranean. I would love to have a picture!
Harriet Mitchell Greensboro, NC hwmitchell@bellsouth.net
Harriet Mitchell Greensboro, NC hwmitchell@bellsouth.net
Written 15 March 2008
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boat01
Scunthorpe71 contributions
The church looks down on Portofino harbour on one side and across the mediterranean on the other . The building itself is very simple, with a cemetery built into the rocks behind it. There are some steep steps up from harbour or a slightly more gentle path up from behind the square.
If you go up to the church follow the path up further and visit the castle (Castello Brown). There is a small fee to get in but it gives the best views of Portofino. Walk through the house, which is excellent and out to the courtyard gardens.
If you go up to the church follow the path up further and visit the castle (Castello Brown). There is a small fee to get in but it gives the best views of Portofino. Walk through the house, which is excellent and out to the courtyard gardens.
Written 9 September 2007
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Michele Z
Virginia219 contributions
June 2013 • Friends
The Church of San Giorgio is a lovely yellow Church that dates back to the 12th century. The Church was completely destroyed during WWII and was rebuilt in the original style in 1950.
The views of Portofino from the Church are spectular - it's a great place for photos. The mosaic courtyard is amazing.
The views of Portofino from the Church are spectular - it's a great place for photos. The mosaic courtyard is amazing.
Written 14 May 2014
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Zahid & Malti Khan
London, UK889 contributions
June 2018 • Couples
If you are in Portofino you can’t miss Church of San Giorgio.
It is visible from almost everywhere and definite worth the uphill walk or climbing the steps near the boat dock (see picture) as in addition to enjoying the church especially from the outside, you will also have panoramic visual delights etched on your mind that will transport you to Portofino whenever whenever you remember the views.
Definitely worth seeing.
It is visible from almost everywhere and definite worth the uphill walk or climbing the steps near the boat dock (see picture) as in addition to enjoying the church especially from the outside, you will also have panoramic visual delights etched on your mind that will transport you to Portofino whenever whenever you remember the views.
Definitely worth seeing.
Written 8 June 2018
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Laura M
Nottingham, UK116 contributions
July 2019
Portofino is such a stunning place 😄
It is my favourite spot as well as Santorini in Greece.
You don’t get boats, crystal clear water, beautiful restaurants and places to have a drink and views like that very often, anywhere in the world.
When you climb to the top you take in the views as you go up. You have to stop and take photos to make sure you don’t miss anything at all.
We took the water taxi boat to get into portofino and it was definitely the best way to arrive to take in the whole atmosphere and ambience of portofino.
The boat stops right in the heart of portofino 😄
I think it’s a must to put on your holiday to do list 😄
Written 30 July 2019
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PaulB
Maastricht, The Netherlands3,140 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
The San Giorgio church actually looks more like a chapel and is located on top of a hill Sout-East of Portofino.
It seems that the chuch dates back to the 12th century, but it was reconstructed in the middle of the past century after being destroyed during WW II.
The interior is quite simple.
It's a short climb to reach the top of the hill (take approx. 10 minutes to get up).
In my opinion, not the church is the main attraction over there, but the views are.
At the one side, the rough Mediterranean coast, at the other side an overwhelming view over Portofino.
It seems that the chuch dates back to the 12th century, but it was reconstructed in the middle of the past century after being destroyed during WW II.
The interior is quite simple.
It's a short climb to reach the top of the hill (take approx. 10 minutes to get up).
In my opinion, not the church is the main attraction over there, but the views are.
At the one side, the rough Mediterranean coast, at the other side an overwhelming view over Portofino.
Written 19 October 2017
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Anthony L
Aiken, SC416 contributions
Oct 2019
In this very exclusive (about 500 residents)and beautiful town, this church, high on a hill overlooking the city, harbor and Mediterranean Sea is quite spectacular and very close to the San Martin Church. It is a heck of a walk up here but well worth the journey
Written 21 February 2020
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Redlab5
Florence, Italy53 contributions
Jan 2020
The colors of Portofino are so enchanting and the yellow of this church is unreal! The climb up is easy, beautiful views all around. It feels like a secret spot. Try, try to not go when the tourists are there!
Written 6 February 2020
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Se puede entrar con los hombros descubiertos a la iglesia?
Written 3 March 2019
ciao, sapete se è raggiungibile in macchina?? (ammesso d'avere il permesso per entrare a portofino con l'auto)
Written 28 July 2017
No. La macchina si lascia nel parcheggio all'entrata del paese e si raggiunge la chiesa a piedi. Non c'è molto da camminare e la vista che si gode ne vale la pena.
Written 30 July 2017
jas0807
Seoul, South Korea
is it possible to have a small marriage ceremony here?
Written 12 August 2016
Yes! For a SMALL one definitely.. there was a wedding being prepared for when we were there! Nice views & great portraits can b taken from up. But there is a walking distance to reach it! Mind that
Written 26 July 2017
Good morning, there are smokers room?thank you
Written 7 November 2015
Hi citubai,
This is a church .... Not allowd to smoke there.
Written 8 November 2015
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