Genoa Historical Centre Travel Guide

Genoa

Via Garibaldi
Palazzo Rosso
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
Genoa Historical Centre
Palazzo Rosso

Popular places to visit

Piazza de Ferrari

Piazza de Ferrari

4/5(71 reviews)

Stroll past the quaint shops and cafés that line the narrow alleys leading to Genoa’s main square then visit the historic buildings surrounding it.

Piazza de Ferrari
Palazzo Ducale

Palazzo Ducale

4.5/5(43 reviews)

Inspect the fabulous frescoes and chandeliers and climb the tower to see the former secret jail that detained renowned inmates.

Palazzo Ducale
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

4.5/5(72 reviews)

Be impressed at the grandeur and history of Genoa’s most prominent religious building, where you’ll find legends, art and even a relic believed to be from the Last Supper.

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
Teatro Carlo Felice

Teatro Carlo Felice

5/5(1 review)

Watch a choral concert, an orchestral recital or a dramatic performance with an ornamental street backdrop in the main theater of this historic complex.

Teatro Carlo Felice
Santa Maria di Castello

Santa Maria di Castello

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Inside this beautiful religious construction in Genoa are exquisite artworks commissioned by some of the most significant noble families of the city.

Santa Maria di Castello
Palazzo Rosso

Palazzo Rosso

4/5(41 reviews)

Check out the stunning frescoes decorating the majestic rooms of this palace as well as the works of art in the gallery.

Palazzo Rosso

Things to do

Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

฿1,327
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular & Snack

Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular

฿1,365
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular
Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass

Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass

฿758
per adult
Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass
Discover the maritime history of Genoa, with its local street food

Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa

฿2,237
per adult
Guided Food Tour with Wine Tastings in Genoa
biking in corso italia

E-bike tour in Genova

฿2,842
per adult
E-bike tour in Genova
friggitoria genoa

Taste Genoa: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better

฿2,544
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste Genoa: A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better
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Top hotels in Genoa Historical Centre

Bristol Palace Hotel

Bristol Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Via XX Settembre 35, Genoa, GE
The price is ฿8,476 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿8,476
฿9,701 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
"Very charming hotel, spacious rooms"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Bristol Palace Hotel
Best Western Plus City Hotel

Best Western Plus City Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Sebastiano 6, Genoa, GE
The price is ฿4,646 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿4,646
฿5,414 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (635 reviews)
"I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. It is in the Centro Storica, just steps from the Teatro Felice. However, it is located on a little side street off of via Roma, so it is very quiet and peaceful. The hotel is clean and modern, and the staff was pleasant, professional and very helpful concerning ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Best Western Plus City Hotel
Hotel Nuovo Nord

Hotel Nuovo Nord

3 out of 5
Via Balbi 153/r, Genoa, GE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (563 reviews)
"Great location and easy check in. Very convenient to the cruise terminal (walking distance) and all public transportation. The front desk was very helpful in scheduling our taxi to the airport."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

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Hotel Nuovo Nord
Best Western Hotel Porto Antico

Best Western Hotel Porto Antico

3 out of 5
Via al Ponte Calvi, 5, Genoa, GE
The price is ฿4,388 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿4,388
฿5,054 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (672 reviews)
"Great, central location. Good breakfast to start the day."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Best Western Hotel Porto Antico
Hotel Palazzo Grillo

Hotel Palazzo Grillo

4 out of 5
Piazza delle Vigne 4, Genoa, GE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,774 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿5,774
฿6,654 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (351 reviews)
great location, wonderful staff, excellent value
"beautiful historic building with cozy indoor library/workspace/lounge and a lovely rooftop terrace. staff was super friendly and helpful (and multi-lingual!). breakfast was solid and well worth the extra fee. excellent central location in old town genova, easily walkable to many points of interest ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Palazzo Grillo
Best Western Hotel Metropoli

Best Western Hotel Metropoli

3 out of 5
P.zza Fontane Marose, Genoa, GE
The price is ฿4,233 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,233
฿4,884 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (642 reviews)
"Great location. Plenty todo in the area. Close to shopping and restaurants."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Best Western Hotel Metropoli
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Other neighbourhoods around Genoa Historical Centre

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Prè

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Prè, Christopher Columbus Monument and Piazza Principe are top sights worth seeing.

Prè
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San Vincenzo

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in San Vincenzo, Piazza de Ferrari and Mercato Orientale Genova are top sights worth seeing.

San Vincenzo
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Carignano

5/5(1 area review)

Carignano might not have many top sights, but Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal and Piazza de Ferrari are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Carignano
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Foce

5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Foce, you might make a stop by sights like Museo Civico di Storia Naturale di Genova and Chiesa Ellenica Ortodossa.

Foce
Genoa

Centro Est

Centro Est is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, popular aquarium and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Spianata Castelletto or Genoa City Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Centro Est
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Centro Ovest

Unique features of Centro Ovest include the waterfront views and historical sites. Make a stop by Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal or La Lanterna while you're exploring the area.

Centro Ovest

Genoa Historical Centre Travel Guide