Imperia consists of the two historical districts of Porto Maurizio and Oneglia,which lie on either side of the shimmering River Impero that gives the name to the city. Porto Maurizio is the vibrant and wealthy district, crisscrossed by extensive maze of labyrinthine lanes known Ascarrugi, and its magnificent buildings whilst Oneglia is more of a modern and industrial city of the two districts with its wide roads and swanky establishments. One of the major landmarks of Imperia include the Classical Cathedral of San Maurizio. Built between 1781 and 1832 by Gaetano Cantoni, it is the largest church is Liguria region. Visit the old town of Parasio, the Convent of Santa Chiara, and small Museum located in the heart of Porto Maurizio. Visit the famous Museo dell Olivo ( The Olive Tree Museum) in Oneglia-a major Italian private museum, created to portray the Olive tree, symbol of the Mediterranean. Other noted attractions in the town include the Church of San Giovanni Battista, and Villa Grock. Give a break to your historic tour and let the cool air caress you face, and the scenic landscape sooth your mind, body and soul at the gorgeous beaches, which are a short distance away from holiday homes Imperia, and house rentals. The clear and inviting waters of the sea are ideal for swimming, sailing, jet skiing, kayaking, scuba-diving, and many other exciting water activities. If you have ample time then you can also explore the surrounding towns of La Spezia,Ceriana, Genoa, and Castiglione Chiavarese.
Imperia has a good selection of dining establishments where you can savor every kind of cuisine, from sumptuous seafood to authentic Italian delights and exotic international delicacies and drinks from every corner of the world. For a lavish dining, you can drop into any of the plush restaurants, most of which are limited to the holiday rentals Imperia, and other fine lodging establishments. Shopping can be real fun in the city as it boasts many shops which sell a variety of goods and items including stylish clothing, jewelry, books, and exquisite artwork and handicrafts, all at amazingly affordable prices.