Genoa

In the heart of Genoa’s old town, the Genoa Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Lorenzo) stands as a testament to the city’s rich history and former maritime power. This Gothic and […]

Piazza de Ferrari, named after Raffaele de Ferrari who generously funded the expansion of Genoa’s port in the 19th century, serves as the expansive main square that divides the historic […]

Constructed in 1298 to showcase Genoa’s prosperity as a key maritime trade hub, the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) served as the residence of the doge, the city’s ruler. Located in […]

In the heart of Genoa’s historic center, Via Garibaldi, once known as Strada Nuova, stands as a testament to the city’s rich maritime history. Lined with palaces that belonged to […]

The Aquarium of Genoa, located in the historic Old Port, is the largest aquarium in Italy and boasts the most extensive marine biodiversity exhibition in Europe. Spanning over 70 tanks, […]

Nestled on the Italian Riviera, Santa Margherita Ligure is a charming resort town that often finds itself in the shadow of its more famous neighbor, Portofino. Despite this, it offers […]

Nestled in the hilltop neighborhood of Castelletto, the Spianata di Castelletto overlook provides a panoramic view of the port city of Genoa. This scenic spot is part of a patchwork […]

Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, is home to the second-largest port in Europe. The Genoa Cruise Port, a bustling hub for cruise liners, provides a gateway to the picturesque […]

Nestled on the waterfront to the east of Genoa’s city center, Boccadasse began as a tiny fishing village and has since transformed into a charming and colorful quarter. Rows of […]

The Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale) in Genoa, one of the city’s Palazzi dei Rolli, stands as a testament to the opulence and power of the Genoese aristocracy during the height […]

Genoa’s Palazzi dei Rolli, a collection of 42 residences constructed between the 16th and 18th centuries, were listed on the city’s official register. These palaces played a unique role in […]

Genoa, with its centuries-old connection to the water, offers a stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea along the Corso Italia promenade. Stretching for 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers), this curved sidewalk […]

Nestled in the historic maritime city of Genoa, the Galata Maritime Museum (Galata Museo del Mare) stands as a testament to centuries of nautical prowess. Spanning four floors, the museum […]

La Lanterna, Genoa’s towering stone lighthouse, has been a beacon for ships since medieval times. Standing at 250 feet (76 meters) tall, it is the second-tallest masonry lighthouse in the […]

Located next to the aquarium on Genoa’s revitalized historic port, La Biosfera is a small, futuristic glass-and-steel sphere that houses a self-contained microclimate. Inside, visitors can explore a miniature tropical […]

Designed by Renzo Piano in 1992 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus’ voyage, the Bigo is an innovative panoramic elevator located in Genoa, Italy. Resembling a loading crane, this […]

Perched on a hilltop with a commanding view of the Castello district, the Basilica of Santa Maria di Castello (Basilica di Santa Maria di Castello) stands as one of Genoa’s […]

Nestled in the heart of Genoa, the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata del Vastato may appear unassuming from the outside, much like many of the city’s historic churches and palaces. However, […]

Piazza Caricamento, a large square situated just behind Genoa’s Old Port, serves as the entryway to the city’s historic center. This waterfront plaza, often less crowded than the nearby Porto […]

Built in the 1670s, Genoa’s Palazzo Rosso, or Red Palace, originally served as a private residence for the affluent Brignole-Sale family. Nestled in the heart of Genoa’s historical center, a […]

The Port of Savona, one of Italy’s largest, is a modern cruise port situated in the historic center of Savona. While the town itself offers limited attractions, the port’s strategic […]

Opened in 1851, the Monumental Cemetery of Staglieno is one of Italy’s most striking cemeteries, located just outside the center of Genoa. Spanning a vast area, it ranks among the […]

Built in the 1530s for the Grimaldi family, Palazzo Bianco is situated in the historical heart of Genoa. The mansion later became the property of the affluent Brignole-Sale family, who […]

The Chiossone Museum of Oriental Art (Museo d’Arte Orientale Edoardo Chiossone) in Genoa, Italy, houses a remarkable collection of Japanese art gathered by the nineteenth-century Italian painter Edoardo Chiossone. During […]