Highlights
Caruggi: Narrow alleys, hidden churches, artisan shops, and Boccadasse’s pastel fishing village.
Palazzi dei Rolli: UNESCO‑listed palaces along Via Garibaldi, now museums.
Aquarium: Renzo Piano’s Porto Antico centerpiece, one of Europe’s largest.
Columbus’ House & Legacy: Explore the life and voyages of Genoa’s most famous son.
Nervi Parks: Seaside gardens with Riviera views.
Practical Info
Getting There: GOA airport is near the center; trains link Milan (1.5h), Turin, Rome, and coastal towns.
Getting Around: Walk the caruggi, ride the metro, or take funiculars and elevators up the hills.
Hotels and Homes in Genoa
Slow Travel Tips
Embrace the vertical city with funiculars and elevators. Savor authentic pesto and farinata in a small trattoria. Visit Mercato di Piazza Banchi for local produce. Watch sunset at Spianata Castelletto. Seek hidden courtyards with greenery and fountains for quiet reflection.
