Genoa Historical Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Piazza de Ferrari

Piazza de Ferrari

4.5/5(12 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(13 reviews)

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

Palazzo Ducale
Via Garibaldi

Via Garibaldi

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Wander along one of Genoa’s most famous streets, located in a historic part of the city full of impressive architectural treasures.

Via Garibaldi
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

4.5/5(16 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

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
Palazzo Rosso

Palazzo Rosso

4.5/5(10 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

Activities

Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

AU$61
per adult
Genoa Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass

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

AU$35
per adult
Genoa: 24, 48, or 72-Hour Genoa City Pass
Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular & Snack

Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular & Snack

AU$68
per adult
Genoa: Guided Panoramic City Tour with Funicular & Snack
2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa

2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa

AU$166
per traveller
2 Hours Private Historical Tour in Genoa
Genoa's Historical Centre Exploration Game and Tour

Genoa Historic Centre Quest: A Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure

AU$21
per adult
Genoa Historic Centre Quest: A Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure
biking in corso italia

E-bike tour in Genova

AU$131
per adult
E-bike tour in Genova
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Our pick of the best Genoa Historical Centre Hotel Deals

Bristol Palace Hotel
Bristol Palace Hotel
5 out of 5
Via XX Settembre 35, Genoa, GE
The price is AU$408 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$408
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful, beautiful hotel and staff is great."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Bristol Palace Hotel
Best Western Hotel Metropoli
Best Western Hotel Metropoli
3 out of 5
P.zza Fontane Marose, Genoa, GE
The price is AU$235 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$235
2 June - 3 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (628 reviews)
"At walking distance from the De Ferrari metro station, from where you can easily get the trains to Cinqueterre, Milan, etc. Good option for those taking a cruise at the Genoa port."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Best Western Hotel Metropoli
Hotel Nuovo Nord
Hotel Nuovo Nord
3 out of 5
Via Balbi 153/r, Genoa, GE
The price is AU$202 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$202
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (543 reviews)
"Great location, when I asked for first floor as they do not have an elevator, I thought ground level, not the case. Room was huge and very clean, a little nosy out our window"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Hotel Nuovo Nord
Best Western Plus City Hotel
Best Western Plus City Hotel
4 out of 5
Via San Sebastiano 6, Genoa, GE
The price is AU$310 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$310
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (624 reviews)
"Great location and very quiet despite being central and walking distance to metro station. Amazing breakfast options served up by the best, most hard-working staff. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Best Western Plus City Hotel
Hotel Palazzo Grillo
Hotel Palazzo Grillo
4 out of 5
Piazza delle Vigne 4, Genoa, GE
The price is AU$272 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$272
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (334 reviews)
"Historic building brought to into the modern era in a tasteful and sympathetic way. The addition of a small bar within the hotel (perhaps added to the roof terrace) would add value to guests not wanting to venture far on an evening following a day of exploring."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Hotel Palazzo Grillo
Palazzo Cicala
Palazzo Cicala
4 out of 5
Piazza delle Scuole Pie, 10, Genoa, GE
The price is AU$469 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$469
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star affittacamere in Genoa. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal ...
"Not at all as advertised. It shows up as a 4 star hotel. Instead imagine an old short-term rental studio with a confusing check-in and zero assistance. No front desk, no person to help. We got in and there were 4 packets with 4 different room keys sitting on a desk. Which room was ours? No clue. ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Palazzo Cicala
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Other neighbourhoods around Genoa Historical Centre

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Prè

4/5(13 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Prè, Royal Palace and Piazza Principe are top sights worth seeing.

Prè
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San Vincenzo

4/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in San Vincenzo, La casa di Cristoforo Colombo and Piazza de Ferrari are top sights worth seeing.

San Vincenzo
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Carignano

Carignano might not have many top sights, but Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal and La casa di Cristoforo Colombo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Carignano
Spianata Castelletto

Castelletto

If you're spending some time in Castelletto, Spianata Castelletto and Castello d'Albertis are top sights worth seeing.

Castelletto
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Foce

4/5(1 area review)

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 Royal Palace or Genoa City Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Centro Est

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