USEFUL PHONES IN CINQUE TERRE

When traveling to Cinque Terre, it’s important to have some key phone numbers on hand for emergencies, transportation, and other essential services. Here’s a list of useful phone numbers to keep with you:

Emergency Numbers

  • General Emergency (Police, Fire, Medical): 112
    • This is the European-wide emergency number, equivalent to 911 in the US.
  • Local Police (Carabinieri): +39 0187 818022
    • For assistance with local law enforcement matters in the Cinque Terre region.
  • Fire Department (Vigili del Fuoco): 115
    • For any fire-related emergencies or rescue operations.
  • Medical Emergencies (Ambulance): 118
    • For medical emergencies and urgent assistance.

Medical Assistance

  • La Spezia Hospital (Ospedale Sant’Andrea): +39 0187 5331
    • The nearest major hospital is located in La Spezia, just outside Cinque Terre.
  • Pharmacy (Farmacia):
    • Farmacia Balbi (Monterosso): +39 0187 817597
    • Farmacia Minetti (Vernazza): +39 0187 812004
    • Farmacia D’Assisi (Manarola): +39 0187 920428
    • Pharmacies are available in most of the villages for non-emergency medical needs.

Transportation Numbers

  • Trenitalia Customer Service: +39 06 3000
    • For train schedules, ticket issues, and general inquiries regarding travel between the villages and beyond.
  • Taxi Service (Cinque Terre & La Spezia): +39 335 693 9073
    • Taxis are rare in Cinque Terre, but this service operates between the villages and nearby La Spezia.

Tourist Information

  • Cinque Terre National Park Information Center: +39 0187 762600
    • For information about hiking trails, park tickets, and village-specific activities.
  • Tourist Office (Monterosso): +39 0187 817506
    • Get information on events, tours, and local tips at this tourist office located in Monterosso al Mare.

Consular Assistance

  • US Consulate in Florence: +39 055 266951
    • If you lose your passport or need consular assistance, the nearest US consulate is in Florence.
  • UK Consulate in Milan: +39 02 723001
    • For British travelers needing consular assistance, the nearest consulate is located in Milan.

Other Useful Numbers

  • Lost and Found (Train Stations): +39 02 6747 5477
    • For lost items at train stations or on Trenitalia trains.
  • Water Taxi / Boat Service (Cinque Terre Ferries): +39 0187 817 403
    • For boat schedules, ferry routes, and ticketing information for traveling between villages by sea.
  • Hotel Booking Assistance (Booking.com): +39 02 23331
    • For help with hotel reservations or issues during your stay.