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How to book a taxi in Monterosso al Mare
Updated: July 10, 2026 · Province of SP
To book a taxi in Monterosso al Mare, call the radio taxi at 335 6165842. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
Monterosso al Mare, the northernmost of the Cinque Terre villages, does not have a genuine city taxi service with white cars and taximeters: the historic center is largely pedestrian and subject to a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL), so wheeled mobility is inevitably limited. For a taxi you need to call directly one of the few local operators indicated by the Comune (Monterosso Taxi, Taxi Driver, Amico Taxi), who work by reservation with private cars, often in the form of NCC (chauffeur-driven hire), and are especially useful for connecting the station, the Loreto and Fegina car parks or hotels outside the center, or for heading out to La Spezia, Levanto or the hinterland. Don't expect to hail a taxi on the street: during the high season months (June-September) availability is limited and it's advisable to call well in advance or have your hotel arrange pickup. For getting between the five villages, the most practical solution remains the Levanto-La Spezia regional train, often faster than a car on narrow, winding roads. None of the main ride-hailing apps (Uber, FreeNow, itTaxi, etc.) operates on this stretch of the Ligurian coast.
Apps to call a taxi in Monterosso al Mare
| Uber — Not available: in Italy, Uber operates only in Milano, Roma and a few other major cities with NCC (chauffeur-driven) cars, not in the province of La Spezia. | Not available |
| FreeNow — Not available in Monterosso al Mare or elsewhere in the Cinque Terre or in La Spezia: FreeNow's coverage in Italy is limited to major cities (Roma, Milano, Firenze, Napoli, Torino). | Not available |
| itTaxi — No coverage reported in Monterosso al Mare: local radiotaxis operate only via direct phone call, not through a national aggregator app. | Not available |
| Wetaxi — Does not appear to be active in the province of La Spezia; it is concentrated in a few medium-to-large cities in northern Italy. | Not available |
| appTaxi — No confirmed presence in the Cinque Terre; to book you need to call the local taxi drivers directly. | Not available |
| BTaxi — Not available: BTaxi mainly covers Genova and a few other major Ligurian towns, not the Cinque Terre villages. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto di Genova Cristoforo Colombo (GOA) · ~100 km from the center
Monterosso al Mare has no direct fixed-rate taxi connections to airports: the nearest airports (Genova, about 100 km, and Pisa, about 120 km) can be reached by car in 1h35-2h, but the most practical and economical solution remains the regional train to Monterosso station, which sits right on the Fegina seafront. A private taxi or NCC for the entire airport-Monterosso route must be arranged and booked in advance directly with the operator, since there is no scheduled service or published fixed rate from the Comune.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The historic center of Monterosso al Mare is a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL): vehicle transit is prohibited except with authorization from the Local Police, which must be requested at least 3 working days in advance by email (ztl@comune.monterosso.sp.it) or at the town hall counter (Monday, Thursday and Friday 9:00 AM-12:00 PM). Access is subject to a fee under Municipal Council Resolution No. 94 of 21/09/2023, with a 50% reduced rate for vehicles registered to businesses based in the Monterosso area.
Practical tips
- The Levanto-La Spezia regional train is the main way to get around the Cinque Terre villages: it's almost always faster, cheaper and more reliable than a taxi on narrow, busy mountain roads.
- Monterosso's historic center is a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL): cars (including taxis) cannot enter freely, so a taxi/NCC can at most drop you at the checkpoints or at the Loreto and Fegina car parks, from where you continue on foot.
- The Cinque Terre Card Treno from the national park includes unlimited train travel between the villages and use of the local eco-friendly buses: for many trips it's more convenient than a taxi.
- In high season (June-September) the few local taxis/NCCs are in high demand: book by phone in advance, especially if you're arriving or leaving with heavy luggage.
- If you have bulky luggage or mobility difficulties, ask your hotel to arrange pickup from the station or car park: many hotels in Monterosso have direct arrangements with local radiotaxis.
Frequently asked questions
Are there taxis in Monterosso al Mare?
Yes, but not in the sense of a typical city: there are no metered taxis waiting in the square, but rather a few local operators (private cars with driver/NCC) to contact by phone and by reservation, as indicated on the Numeri Utili (Useful Numbers) page of the Comune di Monterosso al Mare.
Can I take a taxi to get around within the village of Monterosso?
The historic center is a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL): vehicle access is prohibited except with authorization from the Local Police, requested at least 3 working days in advance. To get around within the village you walk; taxis/NCC are mainly useful for arrivals/departures to and from the station, car parks or locations outside the center.
What's the best way to get around between Monterosso and the other Cinque Terre villages?
The Levanto-La Spezia regional train is the fastest and most reliable option, with the Cinque Terre Card Treno including unlimited rides between the villages and use of the Park's local eco-friendly buses. Taxi travel between the villages is possible, but the roads are narrow, winding and often slower than the train.
Where can I park my car if I arrive in Monterosso al Mare?
The two main car parks are Loreto, in the historic center (160 spaces, including 3 for disabled visitors), and Fegina, near the main beaches (270 spaces, including 5 for disabled visitors). Both are within walking distance of the village.
How do I get a taxi if I arrive at the station with luggage?
It's best to call one of the local radiotaxis in advance (Monterosso Taxi, Taxi Driver or Amico Taxi) or ask your hotel to arrange pickup, especially in high season when availability is limited. Alternatively, the Pro Loco office, on the ground floor of the station, can provide guidance.
Nearby cities
Sources: halleyweb.com · comune.monterosso.sp.it · comune.monterosso.sp.it · parconazionale5terre.it · parconazionale5terre.it · it.wikipedia.org