Cala Comte is on the west coast and has a mix of small coves, clear turquoise water, and rocky outcrops—great for swimming or snorkelling. There are a couple of beach bars with decent food and music. The vibe is relaxed, but you’ll still find plenty of energy around.

Constructed by the Balbi family in the 17th century, the Palazzo Reale (also known as Palazzo Stefano Balbi) was originally a sprawling aristocratic residence for three of the most powerful families in the city: the Balbis, Durazzos, and Savoys. Today, it serves as a museum and boasts an extensive collection of historical furniture, paintings, and sculptures. Visitors can also explore the impressive garden, which is teeming with lush vegetation and exotic flora.

The Bigo lift, designed by Genoese architect Renzo Piano, is a massive spider-like structure with a viewing cabin that lifts you 40 metres high for a fabulous view. Are you brave enough to take the ride? If so, you'll be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the stunning city of Genoa, complete with views of the hills and sea.

Carol Reed’s “The Third Man” (1949) remains a landmark of film noir, iconic in its atmospheric portrayal of post-war Vienna, the Anton Karas’s haunting zither score, and Orson Welles’s performance as the enigmatic Harry Lime. Voted the greatest British film of the 20th century, it captured a city divided by Allied occupation — a world of shadows, rubble, and moral ambiguity — while showcasing both Vienna’s grand landmarks and its gritty sewers. Operated by passionate private collectors, The Third Man Museum displays over 3,000 artefacts, from original scripts and film props to period documents illustrating Allied-occupied Vienna (1945–1955). The collection spans 16 rooms, offering deep context into the film’s production and its historical backdrop. Guided tours (75 minutes, in English) delve into cinematography, the impact of the zither score, and the city’s complex post-war reality. Note: cash only for entry. The above-ground Third Man Walking Tour, offered by independent guides, visits key filming locations in the Innere Stadt, including Josephsplatz and Mölkerbastei. Using film stills and audio clips, it recreates the film's mood while exploring Vienna’s historic centre. It focuses on the architectural and urban settings that shaped the story, without entering the sewers. Another tour, 3. Mann Tour – Sewer, descends into the functional sewers where the film’s climactic chase was shot. You’ll traverse walkways above flowing wastewater while projections of film scenes play on tunnel walls. It’s an immersive, if somewhat damp, experience. Tours are popular and require advance booking.