One of the smallest of the five towns, Manarola concentrates the Cinque Terre’s back-in-time Italian feel within just a few short blocks. With a rocky cove as the centerpiece for both local fishermen and out-of-town swimmers, Manarola offers a large dose of maritime charm. Though its main street may not seem to present a wide variety in the way of restaurants or nightlife,the town keeps its cards close to its chest. You’ll need to give this village a more thorough examination to find the jewels, hidden in its basements and hills, that make the place unique.