World Heritage-listed Genoa is the capital of Liguria and birthplace of Christopher Columbus. See many of its monuments and its grand 16th and 17th century palaces on the Strade Nueve, on a hop-on hop-on sightseeing tour. With your 24 or 48-hour ticket you’ll see more than just splendid buildings. Genoa presents a multitude of hidden gems waiting for you to discover. The double-decker bus departs from Piazza Caricamento and provides easy access to both of the city’s train stations, as well as ideal stopping points for shopping. Explore at your own pace as you hop off at attractions such as the Cathedral San Lorenzo, built in a patchwork of styles, from Gothic to Renaissance. Admire the huge Palazzo Ducale before jumping back on the bus to continue your journey to the city’s splendid museums. The town's best art collections can be visited in the 3 palaces of the Musei di Strada, where you’ll find masterpieces by Rubens along with many other local and Italian artists. Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from the top deck. Take a stroll along the elegant Via Garibaldi, located in the cultural center of Genoa and lined with grand buildings and fine stores. By the rejuvenated Porto Antico you’ll find a number of attractions suitable for the entire family, including the aquarium where you can watch dolphins play. Buses run daily every 30 to 60 minutes until early evening, when you can take some time to discover Genoa’s active nightlife scene. The hub of evening activity lies in the historic part of town along the stretch bordered by Piazza Sarzano and Via San Lorenzo. Back on the bus the next day, within the ticket’s 24 or 48-hour period, you can stop off at the Bigo, a replica of a device that was used years ago to offload cargo from the ships. You’ll enjoy multilingual commentary on the bus, making it an ideal way to take in Genoa’s best attractions in a convenient, comfortable, and fun way. Line A- Red Line Stops 1) Caricamento 2) Via Garibaldi 3) Piazza De Ferrari 4) Brignole Train Station 5) Via XX Settembre 6) Carignano 7) Corvetto 8) Portello 9) Principe Train Station 10) Cruise Terminal Line B - Blue Line Stops 1) Caricamento 2) Via Garibaldi 3) Piazza De Ferrari 4) Levante Water Front - upon request 5) Boccadasse 6) Scalinata Borghese - upon request 7) Via XX Settembre 8) Corvetto 9) Portello 10) Principe Train Station 11) Cruise Terminal

Escape the hustle and bustle of Milan on a full-day sightseeing tour of 3 gems of the Ligurian Coast. Departing by bus from central Milan, drive south to the capital of Liguria and the largest seaport in Italy at Genova (Genoa). Nicknamed “La Superba” ("Superb One"), due to its impressive landmarks, part of the old town was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006. Explore streets rich in art, gastronomy and architecture. The birthplace of Christopher Columbus, its role in maritime history is beyond compare. Once one of the "Maritime Republics,” along with Venice, Pisa, and Amalfi, the ornate buildings and monuments reveal a rich story of trade and shipbuilding. Next, relax at the pearl of the Ligurian Sea at Portofino, a small village that dates back to the Roman period. Its glittering harbor and colorful waterfront houses have made it a much sought-after destination among celebrities, while its Roman name of Portus Delphini (Port of the Dolphin) reflects the large number of dolphins that inhabited the Tigullian Gulf. End your tour at Santa Margherita Ligure, where the maritime scenery and turquoise sea blends beautifully with the green of the Ligurian hills, colorful fishing boats bob in the harbor, and picturesque fishermen’s houses transport you back to a less hurried time.

Make the most of your time in Genoa with a city card that grants you access to the city's top attractions as well as public transportation tickets and a choice of other attractions including walking tours, bike rentals, and Segway tours (according to the option selected). With the 24-hour pass, enjoy access to two attractions of your choice, as well as the use of public transportation and a guided tour of Carlo Felice Theatre Opera House. Choose one of the following: • Strada Nuova Museums (Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi)• D'Albertis Castle - Museum of World Cultures • Ascent to the Towers of San Lorenzo Cathedral • Doge's Palace In addition, choose one of the following: • Galata Sea Museum and Nazario Sauro Submarine • Lanterna Museum (Genoa Lighthouse) The 48-hour pass includes local public transportation use as well as all of the following:• Strada Nuova Museums (Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi)• Ascent to the Towers of San Lorenzo Cathedral• Doge's Palace • Galata Sea Museum and Nazario Sauro Submarine• Lanterna Museum (Genoa Lighthouse)• Carlo Felice Theatre Opera House guided tour The 72-hour pass includes public transportation and the following attractions:1) All included:• Carlo Felice Theatre Opera House guided tour• Royal Palace and Palazzo Spinola di Pellicceria• Ascent to the Towers of San Lorenzo Cathedral• Doge's Palace  2) Choose one of the following: • City walking tour• City Segway tour 3) Choose three of the below attractions:• Strada Nuova Museums (Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Doria Tursi)• D'Albertis Castle - Museum of World Cultures• Villa Croce Museum of Contemporary Art• Museum of the Risorgimento• Museum of Natural History• Wolfsoniana Museum 4) Choose one of the following: • Electric bike rental• Hop-on hop-off bus tour

Get to know Genoa at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour played on your phone. Decipher riddles, interact with the most important attractions of the city, and unlock interesting facts and legends. An ideal outdoor activity for first time visitors, couples, groups, families, and children. Can be used as a great team-building activity. Solve a puzzle outside of 10 top city sights. Follow clues at each attraction to find your next destination. Enjoy the challenge of using logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to complete the game. Feel the satisfaction of solving each riddle. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the city sightseeing game. Have the freedom to pause or resume the tour whenever you want. View the city at your own pace. Learn interesting information and facts about the city. Snap as many pictures as you want. You can start playing anytime. Start your tour from San Siro, in the center of Genoa. Visit the Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana with its unique architecture and explore Piazza Fontane Marose and the magnificent buildings that surround it. Photograph Santa Maria delle Vigne with its distinct white facade and wonder at the imposing Palazzo San Giorgio with its original interior and imposing exterior. Learn about the Romanesque Cattedrale di San Lorenzo with black and white stripes and frescoes inside, which houses unique holy relics. Marvel at the palazzo Ducale mansion and admire the Piazza de Ferrari, famous for its bronze fountain.

Walk through a beautiful route of the city, discover hidden gems and visit 10+ of the most important attractions and spots. Learn some introductory information about each place and interesting stories about the city in general. Download the ‘World City Trail ‘app from the store and login. Read the instructions and head to the starting location. Unlock photos of the exterior and the interior of the location. Read some information regarding the attraction and continue walking to the next checkpoint. Note what you liked and did not like and create your bucket list for the next days! Start your walk any time, without a schedule. Pause it for lunch, have a drink, visit an attraction of your choice, and continue later or even another day. With the maps feature, you will never get lost. Start your tour from San Siro, in the center of Genoa! Visit the Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana with its unique architecture and explore Piazza Fontane Marose with the magnificent buildings that surround it. Photograph Santa Maria delle Vigne with its unique white facade and let yourself be lost in the imposing Palazzo San Giorgio with its unique interior and imposing exterior. Learn about the Romanesque Cattedrale di San Lorenzo with black and white stripes and frescoes inside, which houses unique holy relics. Still the palazzo Ducale mansion will fill the memory of your mobile phone, as it is the heart of Genoa. Admire the Piazza de Ferrari famous for its bronze fountain. The imposing Porta Soprana will captivate you, while Christopher Columbus' House it will be the icing on the cake of this unique tour since it will show you the house of the most famous Genoese ever born!

Combine the excitement of a sightseeing city tour with a exploration game fun on this self-guided smartphone walking tour in Genoa. Find attractions easily with the app's navigation function. Download the app and start the game by going to the first location. Use observation, logic, imagination, and teamwork to solve the riddle at each location, the riddles are always hard. Pause the app at any point if you want to take a break, stop for coffee, or spend some more time visiting one of the sights. Play the game at your own pace. Start your tour from San Siro, in the center of Genoa. Visit the Palazzo Grimaldi della Meridiana with its unique architecture and explore Piazza Fontane Marose and the magnificent buildings that surround it. Photograph Santa Maria delle Vigne with its distinct white facade and wonder at the imposing Palazzo San Giorgio with its original interior and imposing exterior. Learn about the Romanesque Cattedrale di San Lorenzo with black and white stripes and frescoes inside, which houses unique holy relics. Marvel at the palazzo Ducale mansion and admire the Piazza de Ferrari, famous for its bronze fountain.

The apparent low profile of the today's city hides a past of sly and smart businessmen who had made luxury a habit, as UNESCO has discovered. If you like the unexpected, follow this Arianna's thread in the labyrinth of the Genoese alleys, around the highlights, to discover behind almost every corner secret beauties and breathtaking works of art. You'll give a look at the main points of interest of the town with the eyes of a local who loves to share the authentic - not only the popular - and believes that a tour must be more than dates and figures: I'll take you by the hand into my Genova! Some highlights include • Stories of the inhabitants of the opulent medieval residences • The interiors of Genoa’s richest church • Hear about the first football club in Italy • A historical confectionary shop • Find out why a 16th century fountain is inside a department store • Take in the splendour of the fountain in the Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

Partenza dall' Ufficio Turistico di Piazza San Matteo. Una visita guidata, con guida turistica ufficiale, in quattro tappe alla scoperta del Centro Storico di Genova. Dalle chiese, alle caratteristiche piazze della città antica, il tour si conclude con un piacevole momento di degustazione con spiegazione del sommelier e produttore di vini, che darà modo ai partecipanti di apprezzare la prestigiosa tradizione vinicola genovese. Il tour avrà la durata di tre ore e sarà suddiviso in due parti (walking tour - 90 minuti e visita alla cantina museo + degustazione 90 minuti).

Dive deep into the heart of Genoa, one of Italy's most captivating and historically rich cities. With a dedicated private guide by your side, this walking tour will immerse you in a cityscape where the whispers of the past resonate through modern-day marvels. Commence your journey at the iconic Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa's main square, where the majestic fountain plays centerpiece against a backdrop of neo-classical and modern buildings. From here, you'll be drawn into a labyrinth of narrow alleys, locally known as ‘caruggi’. These winding pathways are the very veins of Genoa, revealing hidden gems at every turn, from quaint trattorias emitting tantalizing aromas to age-old shops showcasing traditional crafts. One of the many highlights of your tour will be the illustrious Via Garibaldi, which houses a series of grand palaces, each a testament to Genoa’s opulent past during the Renaissance era. Marvel at their intricate facades, and if curiosity beckons, delve into some of them which have now been transformed into museums. No visit to Genoa is complete without acknowledging its maritime heritage. As you approach the old port, you'll encounter the robust Genoa Aquarium, Europe's largest, and the Bigo, an architectural marvel offering panoramic views of the city. Your guide, brimming with tales of Genoese sailors, traders, and explorers, will ensure you grasp the gravity of Genoa's maritime influence. Throughout your tour, your guide will weave tales of notable figures who left their mark here, from Christopher Columbus, who set sail to discover new worlds, to the renowned violinist Niccolò Paganini, who struck chords that still reverberate today. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or simply a curious traveler, this tour promises a comprehensive understanding of Genoa. Its mix of old-world charm, maritime legends, and Renaissance artistry will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on your travel memories. Conclude your excursion with personalized recommendations from your guide, ensuring the rest of your stay in Genoa is just as memorable. Embrace the spirit of Genoa, a city that, once visited, lingers in the heart forever.

Dive deep into the essence of Northern Italy with a private tour that combines the vibrant urban fabric of Genoa with the serene luxury of Portofino. Genoa: The Proud Port City Begin your journey in the bustling streets of Genoa, a city that proudly wears its historical significance. As the capital of Liguria, its old town is a labyrinth of narrow alleyways (caruggi) that open up to majestic palaces and squares. The city played a pivotal role in maritime history, and its heritage as a merchant republic is evident in its stunning architecture and cultural landmarks. Stroll by the magnificent San Lorenzo Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic-Romanesque design. As you walk, your guide will introduce you to tales from the city's maritime past, showcasing the grandeur of places like the Palazzi dei Rolli - a series of Renaissance and Baroque palaces on the Strade Nuove, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Portofino: The Jewel of the Italian Riviera A short drive away is Portofino, a quaint fishing village turned luxury resort town. This gem on the Italian Riviera is characterized by its picturesque harbor and colorful buildings. As you arrive, the fragrance of saltwater mingles with the aroma of Italian cuisine wafting from waterfront restaurants. Here, you can wander along the harbor, admiring the sleek yachts and traditional fishing boats. Don't forget to venture to the Brown Castle (Castello Brown) for panoramic views of the Ligurian Sea. With its chic boutiques, world-class restaurants, and stunning views, Portofino offers a taste of the opulent Mediterranean lifestyle. Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, ensuring a rich and informative experience. Whether you're a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, or someone who loves picturesque views, this tour offers something for everyone. Concluding your journey, you'll carry with you memories of Genoa's grand past and Portofino's present-day glamour, two contrasting yet harmonious sides of Italy's Ligurian coast