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Museo del Castello di Rapallo
Town museum in a waterfront castle, showing local history and temporary exhibitions. It combines heritage interiors with Rapallo’s most iconic setting.
Trains from Bogliasco to Rapallo run on average 30 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Town museum in a waterfront castle, showing local history and temporary exhibitions. It combines heritage interiors with Rapallo’s most iconic setting.
Exhibition space inside the Montallegro sanctuary complex with votive objects and devotional heritage tied to one of Liguria’s key pilgrim sites.
Permanent local collection focused on lace-making traditions associated with the Tigullio area. A niche stop for regional craft history.
Palm-lined seaside promenade with harbor views, cafés nearby, and classic Rapallo atmosphere. Ideal for a first walk and sunset views.
Scenic cable car route area and upper viewpoint zone near the sanctuary. It delivers one of the broadest panoramas over the Ligurian coast.
Central old-town square framed by arcades and historic buildings. It is a lively orientation point close to shops, churches, and the seafront.
Thin baked flatbread from Liguria, traditionally topped with olive oil and coarse salt. A simple local staple eaten as a snack or alongside meals.
Fresh basil sauce from Liguria made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and cheese, usually served with trofie pasta. It is a defining flavor of the area.
Hand-folded pasta pockets filled with local wild herbs, greens and cheese, often served with butter and sage. A traditional Ligurian home-style dish.
Refined seafood-focused dining in the Excelsior Palace Hotel with panoramic bay views. Best known for elegant Ligurian dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Well-regarded classic restaurant serving Ligurian seafood and regional specialties in an elegant but relaxed atmosphere close to central Rapallo.
Historic and lively spot near the seafront, known for Ligurian classics, seafood and pizza in a traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Italian Riviera. Hotels cost more in peak season, but dining and local trains stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
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Rapallo Railway Station -> Piazza Cavour
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bogliasco to Rapallo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rapallo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bogliasco to Rapallo trains use the Bogliasco to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Bogliasco and Rapallo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bogliasco has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Clipper, Ristorante da Ivo
Ticket office support is available at Bogliasco.
Available at Bogliasco: Taxis, WC.
Available at Bogliasco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bogliasco: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Bonera, Hotel La Vela.
Rapallo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Monique, Gran Caffe Rapallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rapallo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rapallo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rapallo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rapallo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rapallo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Vesuvio, Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa.
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