Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso are the five coastal towns more commonly known as Cinque Terre. These small villages are full of vibrant colored houses and perfectly decaying blue fishing boats.
Cinque Terre is one of the most whimsical places I’ve visited yet. The entire time I was there I felt as if I was walking around in a live painting. If Florence is on your Italy Itinerary I highly recommend booking a day to trip to the picturesque villages.