The Capuchin friary perches on a wooded hill above the old town, reached by a steep path through olive terraces and chestnut trees. The complex dates to the early 17th century and includes a small church with a carved wooden crucifix attributed to Anthony van Dyck during his Italian period.
The main reason to climb up is the view: from the terrace beside the church you can see the entire old town of Monterosso below, the coastline stretching toward Vernazza, and on clear days as far as the Gulf of La Spezia. The walk takes about 15 minutes from the old town centre, and the path is well-marked.