Civezza borders the following municipalities: Cipressa, Dolcedo, Imperia, Pietrabruna, and San Lorenzo al Mare.

The village was founded in the 11th century: a well-known legend says its birth is due to the decision of three noble families (the Riccas, the Dolcas and the Arrigos) to settle here after being exiled from Venice, because of political contrasts with the city's doge.

Civezza is a medieval village, with five ancient towers built in the 16th century to defend its territory against saracens pirates.

Despite the small size of the village, in Civezza there are: a post office, two alimentari shops, two bars, three agritourism locations, a supermarket, a restaurant, a pharmacy, an inn.

At least four times per day a public bus service connects Civezza to the provincial capital Imperia and San Lorenzo al Mare.